I’m Lydia Simons, a UX/UI designer with a track record of turning complex research into clear, inclusive experiences across gaming, NGO work, and public-sector platforms. I enjoy mapping journeys, creating personas, and drafting user flows that translate insights into practical prototypes and services. My approach blends Design Thinking with narrative design to onboard and engage users in meaningful ways. Most recently I’ve led end-to-end UX work for a digital psychology platform and collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate stakeholder and user research into scalable concepts. I’m passionate about accessible, user-centered design and enjoy collaborating with researchers, educators, and developers to drive tangible improvements in onboarding and engagement.…

Lydia Simons

I’m Lydia Simons, a UX/UI designer with a track record of turning complex research into clear, inclusive experiences across gaming, NGO work, and public-sector platforms. I enjoy mapping journeys, creating personas, and drafting user flows that translate insights into practical prototypes and services. My approach blends Design Thinking with narrative design to onboard and engage users in meaningful ways. Most recently I’ve led end-to-end UX work for a digital psychology platform and collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate stakeholder and user research into scalable concepts. I’m passionate about accessible, user-centered design and enjoy collaborating with researchers, educators, and developers to drive tangible improvements in onboarding and engagement.…

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I’m Lydia Simons, a UX/UI designer with a track record of turning complex research into clear, inclusive experiences across gaming, NGO work, and public-sector platforms. I enjoy mapping journeys, creating personas, and drafting user flows that translate insights into practical prototypes and services. My approach blends Design Thinking with narrative design to onboard and engage users in meaningful ways.

Most recently I’ve led end-to-end UX work for a digital psychology platform and collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate stakeholder and user research into scalable concepts. I’m passionate about accessible, user-centered design and enjoy collaborating with researchers, educators, and developers to drive tangible improvements in onboarding and engagement.

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English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Swedish
Fluent

Work Experience

UX Designer at My Human Rights NGO
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Solved end-to-end UX problems using Design Thinking methodologies, translating stakeholder and user research into a scalable digital product concept for NGOs. Created user journeys, wireframes, and low- to high-fidelity prototypes; collaborated with cross-functional teams; conducted usability testing to validate concepts and improve onboarding and retention.
UX/UI Design Intern at National Agency for Special Needs Education
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Worked on UX problems across multiple government digital services by conducting user research, interviews, benchmarking, and usability testing with external users and internal stakeholders. Created user journeys, personas, and wireframes; produced low- to high-fidelity prototypes to address complex workflows in a regulated public-sector environment.
Spanish Interpreter at Språkservice Sverige AB
November 1, 2022 - Present
Enabled accurate communication in public services; applied analytical and translation skills; promoted cross-cultural understanding and accessibility in service delivery.
UX Designer at BetterHelp (Mental Health Platform)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023
Solved end-to-end UX and conversion challenges for a digital psychology platform by conducting user research, usability testing, and iterative prototyping. Translated findings into actionable design solutions, user journeys, and interfaces that improve onboarding, engagement, and booking flows.
Spanish Interpreter at Språkservice Sverige AB
January 1, 2021 - Present
On-demand interpretation services across environments, enabling effective communication in Spanish for diverse clients.
UX/UI Design Intern at The National Agency for Special Needs Education
November 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Worked on UX problems across multiple government digital services, conducting user research, interviews, benchmarking, usability testing with external users and internal stakeholders. Created user journeys, personas, user flows, wireframes, and prototypes to clarify service offerings and support accessible booking workflows.
Teacher Substitute at Stockholm City District Administration
April 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Led inclusive instruction across school levels, contributing to planning, team coordination, and learner-centered approaches.

Education

Certificate in UX/UI Design (Specialization in Service Design) at University of Future Games, Stockholm
September 1, 2019 - October 1, 2020

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Industry Experience

Gaming, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services

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