Balqees Mopelola

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I’m a creative, research-driven writer and emerging UX practitioner recognized internationally for strong storytelling and analytical writing.

About

I’m a creative, research-driven writer and emerging UX practitioner recognized internationally for strong storytelling and analytical writing. I’ve authored academic work, produced audience-tailored essays and reports, and built engaging educational content for social media while maintaining a sharp focus on structure, clarity, and accuracy.

Right now, I’m developing product and UX skills through hands-on work on OPTOPREP, a pre-clinical study app concept for Optometry students. I also use AI tools as part of a modern writing and product workflow—translating insights into workable prototypes, clearer learning experiences, and content that meets strict deadlines and real user needs.

  • Joined October 2026

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services

Work experience

Founder & Product Designer — OPTOPREP · OPTOPREPJan 2026 – Present · 11 mos

Identified a recurring gap in a 200-level course where students repeatedly re-sent PDFs to access central learning content; designed and built OPTOPREP, a pre-clinical study app for University of Ilorin optometry students to solve the issue. Defined core product features informed by observed student behavior: centralized materials, retention-focused mnemonics, high-yield condensed notes, and participation-based quizzes. Created and justified key product trade-offs including asynchronous peer-study challenges versus real-time live sessions, an in-app forum, and a simple self-grading scoring system. Directed AI-assisted development using Google AI Studio/Gemini to translate product and UX decisions into a working prototype, currently inactive for University of Ilorin students.

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD), 300 level · University of Ilorin2024 – 2026
Doctor of Optometry (OD) (300 level) · University of Ilorin2024 – 2026

Certifications and awards

Gold Award Recipient — Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition2025

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