I am a creative and detail-oriented UI/UX designer with 6 years of experience crafting user-centered digital interfaces for web and mobile. I translate complex problems into elegant, accessible, and responsive designs, focused on delivering value to users and businesses alike. I have a strong background in user research, prototyping, usability testing, and visual design. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with developers, PMs, and stakeholders, and I’m seeking a UI/UX or Product Design role where design thinking leads to real-world impact.

Richmond Makafui Kofi Kukah

I am a creative and detail-oriented UI/UX designer with 6 years of experience crafting user-centered digital interfaces for web and mobile. I translate complex problems into elegant, accessible, and responsive designs, focused on delivering value to users and businesses alike. I have a strong background in user research, prototyping, usability testing, and visual design. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with developers, PMs, and stakeholders, and I’m seeking a UI/UX or Product Design role where design thinking leads to real-world impact.

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I am a creative and detail-oriented UI/UX designer with 6 years of experience crafting user-centered digital interfaces for web and mobile. I translate complex problems into elegant, accessible, and responsive designs, focused on delivering value to users and businesses alike.

I have a strong background in user research, prototyping, usability testing, and visual design. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration with developers, PMs, and stakeholders, and I’m seeking a UI/UX or Product Design role where design thinking leads to real-world impact.

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Language

English
Fluent
Twi
Advanced
Ewe
Advanced
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Project Manager at Datamaker Ghana
March 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Led 66 researchers on 2 AI-driven large language model projects across 5 sub-projects, using Agile workflows to meet 100% of deadlines. Collaborated with Korea-based stakeholders to align product vision, reducing delivery timelines by 10% through clear documentation. Developed user-focused project guidelines to ensure smooth running and completion of projects. Prepared daily progress reports for the Managing Director and Korean stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment on project milestones.
Service Person at Societe Generale Bank Ghana
October 1, 2021 - December 1, 2022
Documented banking app processes, supporting compliance and user-friendly transaction flows for audits. Provided software support for banking applications, resolving login, password reset, and account access issues for staff. Prepared daily and monthly financial reports for a client base of over 200,000 customers. Conducted training sessions for 50+ staff on banking software, enhancing user adoption and operational efficiency. Supported IT troubleshooting for fintech systems, ensuring smooth customer interactions with banking platforms.
UI/UX Designer at Unicorn Developers
April 1, 2020 - October 1, 2021
Designed mobile app interfaces and digital tools from concept through delivery. Built a design system, ensuring UI consistency and speeding up development by 20%. Worked closely with frontend developers to ensure implementation was consistent with design solutions provided. Conducted usability tests and applied insights to improve key user journeys. Facilitated hands-on design workshops and mentored 20+ students in Adobe XD and user-centered design principles.
Freelance UI/UX Designer at Self-Employed
January 1, 2020 - Present
Designed mobile and web interfaces for clients across SaaS platforms, fintech products, e-commerce brands, health services, and educational solutions. Delivered responsive and accessible designs using Figma and Webflow. Conducted user research, built personas, created interactive wireframes, and tested prototypes, enhancing usability for tested users across projects. Built design systems and collaborated with developers for seamless handoff. Improved user flows and product usability across multiple client projects based on iterative feedback.

Education

MPhil, Computer Science at University of Ghana
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
BSc, Computer Science (Second Class Upper) at University of Ghana
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2021

Qualifications

Certificate of Distinction, German A1 – Goethe Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026
Google Certification: Foundation of User Experience (UX) Design
January 11, 2030 - January 3, 2026

Industry Experience

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