I'm a designer from Zimbabwe. Vanessa is an entry-level UI/UX designer and a student at Uncommon. Org.l have worked across multiple industries, including automotive, fintech, and e-commerce, and has developed expertise in user interface design, user accessibility, and product design. Notable achievements include designing the ShoePlug e-commerce app and contributing to the development of a task management dashboard for a tutoring and career guidance platform. In addition to my design work, l have volunteered as a youth coding instructor, empowering the next generation of tech enthusiasts through coding and digital literacy education. This role has strengthened my communication skills and my passion for mentoring young learners. Driven by values of inclusivity and empathy, my goal is to design accessible, user-centered digital experiences that resonate with diverse users. l am continuously refining their skills and design thinking through their studies at Uncommon.org while staying committed to creating meaningful, impactful designs. --- Employment and project experience **Volunteer Youth Coding Instructor ** Uncommon.org. _January 2024- December 2024_…

Vanessa Mudzipurwa

I'm a designer from Zimbabwe. Vanessa is an entry-level UI/UX designer and a student at Uncommon. Org.l have worked across multiple industries, including automotive, fintech, and e-commerce, and has developed expertise in user interface design, user accessibility, and product design. Notable achievements include designing the ShoePlug e-commerce app and contributing to the development of a task management dashboard for a tutoring and career guidance platform. In addition to my design work, l have volunteered as a youth coding instructor, empowering the next generation of tech enthusiasts through coding and digital literacy education. This role has strengthened my communication skills and my passion for mentoring young learners. Driven by values of inclusivity and empathy, my goal is to design accessible, user-centered digital experiences that resonate with diverse users. l am continuously refining their skills and design thinking through their studies at Uncommon.org while staying committed to creating meaningful, impactful designs. --- Employment and project experience **Volunteer Youth Coding Instructor ** Uncommon.org. _January 2024- December 2024_…

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I’m a designer from Zimbabwe.

Vanessa is an entry-level UI/UX designer and a student at Uncommon. Org.l have worked across multiple industries, including automotive, fintech, and e-commerce, and has developed expertise in user interface design, user accessibility, and product design. Notable achievements include designing the ShoePlug e-commerce app and contributing to the development of a task management dashboard for a tutoring and career guidance platform.

In addition to my design work, l have volunteered as a youth coding instructor, empowering the next generation of tech enthusiasts through coding and digital literacy education. This role has strengthened my communication skills and my passion for mentoring young learners.

Driven by values of inclusivity and empathy, my goal is to design accessible, user-centered digital experiences that resonate with diverse users. l am continuously refining their skills and design thinking through their studies at Uncommon.org while staying committed to creating meaningful, impactful designs.

Employment and project experience

**Volunteer Youth Coding Instructor ** Uncommon.org.
January 2024- December 2024

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Skills

Experience Level

Poster
Expert
UI
Expert
Web Design
Expert
Branding
Expert
Advert Design
Expert
Illustration
Expert
Brochure
Expert
Freelance Gig
Expert
CSS
Intermediate
3D Design
Intermediate
SaaS
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
Shona
Advanced

Work Experience

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Education

Certificate in UI/UX Design at Uncommon.org
January 8, 2024 - December 13, 2024

Qualifications

Adobe creative suite certified
October 31, 2024 - October 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet
    paper VeloFin Fintech Website

    The VeloFin project was centered around designing a sleek, user-friendly website for a financial technology company focused on empowering individuals and small businesses with accessible financial services. My goal was to create a design that looked modern and professional and enhanced the user journey by ensuring clarity, simplicity, and trustworthiness.

    Key Features and Design Highlights:

    User-Centered Interface: Designed an intuitive layout, prioritizing easy navigation to improve the user experience. I used consistent color schemes and typographic hierarchy to create a professional, trustworthy feel.
    Interactive Financial Tools: Integrated interactive elements for users to explore VeloFin’s financial services, such as loan calculators and financial health checkups.
    Responsive Design: Ensured the website was optimized for desktop and mobile devices, enabling users to seamlessly access financial tools and resources on any platform.
    Accessibility: Incorporated accessibility best practices to make the website inclusive, allowing users with disabilities to engage with the content easily.
    Outcome:
    The final design achieved a balance between innovation and approachability, making it easy for users to navigate financial options while feeling empowered and informed. VeloFin’s new online presence now reflects its mission to provide accessible, high-quality financial services.