Hi, I’m Dilsad Kayali, a UX/UI designer with a passion for digital storytelling and user-centered design. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive interfaces for mobile and web, collaborating with product teams to balance business goals with accessibility and usability. I’ve worked with startups and established teams across finance and tech sectors, always focusing on delivering value through thoughtful design. I studied Architecture at Istanbul Technical University and expanded into interactive media, VR, and immersive experiences. I’m proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn new tools and perspectives to craft meaningful digital experiences that connect with people on an emotional level.

Dilsad Kayali

Hi, I’m Dilsad Kayali, a UX/UI designer with a passion for digital storytelling and user-centered design. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive interfaces for mobile and web, collaborating with product teams to balance business goals with accessibility and usability. I’ve worked with startups and established teams across finance and tech sectors, always focusing on delivering value through thoughtful design. I studied Architecture at Istanbul Technical University and expanded into interactive media, VR, and immersive experiences. I’m proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn new tools and perspectives to craft meaningful digital experiences that connect with people on an emotional level.

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Hi, I’m Dilsad Kayali, a UX/UI designer with a passion for digital storytelling and user-centered design. I enjoy turning complex ideas into intuitive interfaces for mobile and web, collaborating with product teams to balance business goals with accessibility and usability. I’ve worked with startups and established teams across finance and tech sectors, always focusing on delivering value through thoughtful design.

I studied Architecture at Istanbul Technical University and expanded into interactive media, VR, and immersive experiences. I’m proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn new tools and perspectives to craft meaningful digital experiences that connect with people on an emotional level.

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Language

Turkish
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer at RDC Partner
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Contributed to end-to-end UX/UI design processes for mobile and web-based banking platforms in the finance sector. Designed user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity UI screens using Figma, ensuring accessibility and usability standards. Collaborated with product managers and developers to align design solutions with business goals and technical feasibility.
UX/UI Designer at AppHere Studios
July 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Led communication with clients, defining project deadlines and creating clear roadmaps for deliverables. Managed the entire design process, from initial concepts to final prototypes, in a fast-paced startup environment. Collaborated with small teams, providing design solutions and adapting quickly to changing project requirements.
UX/UI Designer at Neon Apps
August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024
Designed mobile applications for diverse use cases using Figma. Participated in design thinking workshops and contributed to ideation, user journey mapping, and wireframing. Took part in multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring consistent quality and usability across various design systems.
UX/UI Designer (Volunteer) at Pati Pati
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Designed a mobile application focused on street animal adoption, creating an intuitive interface for users to adopt and care for animals. Collaborated with shelters and organizations to gather requirements and translate them into user-friendly app features.
UX/UI Designer at Jely Labs
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2023
Led client communication and project scope discussions, managing the design process without the presence of a Product Manager. Designed web and mobile interfaces for various digital products, collaborating closely with clients to translate their vision into functional, user-friendly designs. Contributed to brainstorming sessions and participated in user testing to improve the overall product design.
Design Coordinator at IEEE /EES TEC Istanbul (Volunteer)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Led a small design team and delivered workshops on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for student members.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Preparatory Year at Istanbul Technical University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Complete Web and Mobile Designer: Zero to Mastery
August 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Human-Computer Interaction
August 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Emotional Design
September 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Design Thinking
March 1, 2024 - November 4, 2025
Design Sprint / Bucharest (IEEE)
March 1, 2020 - November 4, 2025

Industry Experience

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