Hi! I am Olena, a passionate Product Design graduate with a strong focus on human-centred design. My journey began at Maynooth University, where I embraced the world of UX and Service Design. I'm committed to creating innovative and user-friendly experiences that make an impact. I thrive in collaborative environments and love to tackle design challenges. With experience in social media management, UX design, and research, I enjoy utilising my skills to help organisations connect with their audiences and deliver impact through empathy.

Olena Kaniuka

Hi! I am Olena, a passionate Product Design graduate with a strong focus on human-centred design. My journey began at Maynooth University, where I embraced the world of UX and Service Design. I'm committed to creating innovative and user-friendly experiences that make an impact. I thrive in collaborative environments and love to tackle design challenges. With experience in social media management, UX design, and research, I enjoy utilising my skills to help organisations connect with their audiences and deliver impact through empathy.

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Hi! I am Olena, a passionate Product Design graduate with a strong focus on human-centred design. My journey began at Maynooth University, where I embraced the world of UX and Service Design. I’m committed to creating innovative and user-friendly experiences that make an impact.

I thrive in collaborative environments and love to tackle design challenges. With experience in social media management, UX design, and research, I enjoy utilising my skills to help organisations connect with their audiences and deliver impact through empathy.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Social Media Manager at Access Office at MU
August 1, 2025 - Present
Managed community engagement through DMs, comments, and queries; tracked performance analytics, achieving +20% follower growth and +38% engagement in the first three months; planned and created Instagram content (posts, stories, reels); designed posts and edited videos.
Researcher and Designer Intern at The Ultimate Figma Masterclass
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Produced a 50-page handbook combining research, structured content, and visual design to support over 100 society committees, improving clarity and consistency. Conducted in-depth research across 12+ Irish and UK universities, synthesising findings into actionable guidance and best practices. Wrote long-form content focusing on accessibility, usability, and clear communication; developed design concepts and high-fidelity prototypes. Worked on a personal workout application project (Aug–Sep 2024).
Group Facilitator at Access Office at MU
October 1, 2023 - June 1, 2024
Led student group sessions of 20–30 participants, warmly welcoming underrepresented communities (e.g., Travellers). Encouraged active participation and supported 50+ participants with guidance on university systems and services using a solutions-focused approach.
Group Facilitator at Access Office at MU
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Continued support for campus accessibility programs across Maynooth and Carlow campuses, coordinating sessions and assisting students with university services.
Personal Project - Workout Application
August 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024
Developed a workout application as a personal project, including concept development, user flows, and prototyping.
Researcher and Designer Intern at The Ultimate Figma Masterclass (MU Clubs & Societies Office)
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Produced a 50-page handbook combining research, structured content, and visual design to support over 100 society committees, improving clarity and consistency. Conducted in-depth research across 12+ Irish and UK universities, synthesising findings into clear, actionable guidance and best practices. Wrote and structured long-form content with a focus on accessibility, usability, and clear communication, ensuring information was easy to navigate and applicable.
UX Design Intern at Unum Ireland
February 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Successfully completed four major projects for clients and internal users, including wireframes, high-fidelity prototypes, and conducting usability tests. Synthesized findings into actionable insights that improved completion rates to 90%.
Researcher and Designer Intern at Clubs & Societies Office at MU
August 1, 2023 - September 1, 2023
Produced a 50-page handbook compiling research and visual design for over 100 society committees, ensuring clarity and consistency across content. Wrote user-friendly documents focusing on accessibility and usability.

Education

BSc Product Design & Innovation at Maynooth University, Department of Design Innovation
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026
BSc Product Design & Innovation at Maynooth University
September 1, 2022 - May 1, 2026

Qualifications

Glenveagh Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Glenveagh Scholarship
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization