Hi, I’m Chernaye Ioannou, a UX/UI designer based in Los Angeles. I create responsive web and mobile experiences for tech, marketing, and SaaS brands, focusing on intuitive interfaces and conversion-driven results. I collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to ship features that meet user needs and business goals, build design systems for consistency, and run usability tests to continuously improve engagement.

Chernaye Ioannou

Hi, I’m Chernaye Ioannou, a UX/UI designer based in Los Angeles. I create responsive web and mobile experiences for tech, marketing, and SaaS brands, focusing on intuitive interfaces and conversion-driven results. I collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to ship features that meet user needs and business goals, build design systems for consistency, and run usability tests to continuously improve engagement.

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Hi, I’m Chernaye Ioannou, a UX/UI designer based in Los Angeles. I create responsive web and mobile experiences for tech, marketing, and SaaS brands, focusing on intuitive interfaces and conversion-driven results.

I collaborate closely with engineers and product managers to ship features that meet user needs and business goals, build design systems for consistency, and run usability tests to continuously improve engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

UX/UI Design Director at GFT Rewards
April 1, 2024 - Present
Lead end-to-end design strategy for web, mobile, and desktop apps with a focus on intuitive, conversion-oriented interfaces. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to deliver AI-powered features aligned with user and business goals. Build and maintain design systems ensuring brand consistency across platforms. Conduct usability testing and iterative design improvements to optimize user engagement.
UX/UI Design Director at GFT Rewards
April 1, 2024 - Present
Lead end-to-end design strategy for web, mobile, and desktop apps with a focus on intuitive, conversion-oriented interfaces. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to deliver AI-powered features aligned with user and business goals. Build and maintain design systems ensuring brand consistency across platforms. Conduct usability testing and iterative design improvements to optimize user engagement.
UX/UI Design Director at GFT Rewards
April 1, 2024 - Present
Leads end-to-end design strategy for web, mobile, and desktop apps with a focus on intuitive, conversion-oriented interfaces. Collaborates with engineers and product managers to define AI-powered features aligned with user and business goals. Builds and maintains design systems to ensure brand consistency across platforms. Conducts usability testing and iterative design improvements to optimize user engagement.
UX/UI Design Lead at GFT Rewards
March 1, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Delivered responsive UI/UX designs for web apps and CMS platforms. Introduced user testing protocols to refine workflows and improve conversion metrics. Coordinated design sprints with internal teams to meet project deadlines.
UX/UI Design Lead at GFT Rewards
March 1, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Delivered responsive UI/UX designs for web apps and CMS platforms. Introduced user-testing protocols to refine workflows and improve conversion metrics. Coordinated design sprints with internal teams to meet project deadlines.
UX/UI Design Lead at GFT Rewards
March 1, 2024 - September 29, 2025
Delivered responsive UI/UX designs for web apps and CMS platforms. Introduced new user testing protocols to refine workflows and improve conversion metrics. Coordinated design sprints with internal teams to meet project deadlines.
Creative Strategist & Lead Designer at CSUN (California State University, Northridge)
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Designed branding, marketing assets, and email layouts adaptable to client needs. Managed a small design team, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables. Presented creative work to clients, aligning designs with marketing objectives.
UX/UI Design Intern at GFT Rewards
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Created wireframes and prototypes for web applications following brand guidelines. Supported user research, competitive analysis, and accessibility audits.
Creative Strategist & Lead Designer at IX LA CSUN
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Designed branding, marketing assets, and email layouts adaptable to client needs. Managed a small design team, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables. Presented creative work to clients, aligning designs with marketing objectives.
UX/UI Design Intern at GFT Rewards
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Created wireframes and prototypes for web applications following brand guidelines. Supported user research, competitive analysis, and accessibility audits.
Creative Strategist & Lead Designer at CSUN (IX LA CSUN)
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Designed branding, marketing assets, and email layouts adaptable to client needs. Managed a small design team, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables. Presented creative work to clients and aligned designs with marketing objectives.
UX/UI Design Intern at GFT Rewards
December 1, 2023 - September 29, 2025
Created wireframes and prototypes for web applications following brand guidelines. Supported user research, competitive analysis, and accessibility audits.
Marketing Intern at Street Food Cinema / TIL Events
September 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Produced digital assets and social media campaigns tailored to engagement and conversion goals. Assisted with influencer campaigns, reporting on analytics to optimize results.
Marketing Intern at Street Food Cinema / TIL Events
September 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Produced digital assets and social media campaigns tailored to engagement and conversion goals. Assisted with influencer campaigns, reporting on analytics to optimize results.
Marketing Intern at Street Food Cinema / TIL Events
September 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Produced digital assets and social media campaigns tailored to engagement and conversion goals. Assisted with influencer campaigns and analyzed results to optimize outcomes.

Education

BA in Communication (Graphic Design) at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
AA in Business Marketing at College of the Canyon
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2022
BA – Communication (Graphic Design) at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
AA – Business Marketing at College of the Canyons
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2022
Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Graphic Design) at California State University, Northridge
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2023
Associate of Arts in Business Marketing at College of the Canyons
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2022

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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