I am a responsible, efficient, optimistic and creative professional who is very proud of myself and my skills to design fun and beautiful games that impact people. As an independent game developer and UX/UI designer, I work across development, planning, user research and prototyping for games, apps and websites. I thrive on turning complex ideas into accessible, delightful experiences and enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to bring brands to life.…

Rafael Castellanos Zafra

I am a responsible, efficient, optimistic and creative professional who is very proud of myself and my skills to design fun and beautiful games that impact people. As an independent game developer and UX/UI designer, I work across development, planning, user research and prototyping for games, apps and websites. I thrive on turning complex ideas into accessible, delightful experiences and enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to bring brands to life.…

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I am a responsible, efficient, optimistic and creative professional who is very proud of myself and my skills to design fun and beautiful games that impact people. As an independent game developer and UX/UI designer, I work across development, planning, user research and prototyping for games, apps and websites. I thrive on turning complex ideas into accessible, delightful experiences and enjoy collaborating with teams and clients to bring brands to life.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Japanese
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Lead UX/UI Designer at GoFwdMedia
February 28, 2025 - December 4, 2025
Lead UX/UI designer responsible for managing and monitoring client websites, guiding the design team, and maintaining continuous communication with development teams and clients. Focus on accessible, responsive, user-centered designs aligned with diverse brands and multitasking across multiple projects.
UX/UI Designer at techneura
January 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Freelance UX/UI designer designing mobile applications and websites, ensuring functional, accessible and brand-aligned designs. Emphasizes responsive design and prototyping interactions in Figma to mirror final experiences.
UX/UI Designer and Developer at Mokiki’s Animation Studio
January 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Designed and developed menu systems for video game projects, focusing on intuitive navigation and cohesive UI.
UX/UI Designer and Developer at Mexican Red Cross
January 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Designed and developed part of a simulation game aimed at training users in first aid and CPR.
Arts Counselor at Cony Cody
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Taught children various art projects in two consecutive summer sessions at a US camp in Freedom, NH.
Arts Counselor at Cony Cody
June 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Taught children various art projects in a subsequent summer session at a US camp in Freedom, NH.
Call Center Agent at Teleperformance
July 31, 2020 - November 30, 2020
Supported US food distributors, addressing and resolving their issues promptly.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interaction and Animation Design at Ibero-American University Puebla
August 1, 2018 - August 1, 2023
Master's degree in Information Design with a specialty in Digital Interfaces at University of the Americas Puebla
August 1, 2023 - January 4, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services

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