I am Ola Glikin, a graphic UX/UI designer and illustrator with over a decade of experience in marketing design, branding, and digital product interfaces. I specialize in delivering UX/UI solutions and visual design for tech companies, startups, and digital agencies, with both freelance and in-house work covering web platforms, mobile apps, and interactive campaigns. I bring strong visual communication, fast learning, and a user-centric mindset to every project, collaborating closely with product teams to translate ideas into intuitive interfaces and compelling visuals that meet business goals.…

Ola Glikin

I am Ola Glikin, a graphic UX/UI designer and illustrator with over a decade of experience in marketing design, branding, and digital product interfaces. I specialize in delivering UX/UI solutions and visual design for tech companies, startups, and digital agencies, with both freelance and in-house work covering web platforms, mobile apps, and interactive campaigns. I bring strong visual communication, fast learning, and a user-centric mindset to every project, collaborating closely with product teams to translate ideas into intuitive interfaces and compelling visuals that meet business goals.…

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I am Ola Glikin, a graphic UX/UI designer and illustrator with over a decade of experience in marketing design, branding, and digital product interfaces. I specialize in delivering UX/UI solutions and visual design for tech companies, startups, and digital agencies, with both freelance and in-house work covering web platforms, mobile apps, and interactive campaigns.

I bring strong visual communication, fast learning, and a user-centric mindset to every project, collaborating closely with product teams to translate ideas into intuitive interfaces and compelling visuals that meet business goals.

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Language

Hebrew (modern)
Fluent
English
Fluent
Russian
Fluent
Ukrainian
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Portuguese
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelance UX/UI, Graphic Designer and Illustrator
January 1, 2012 - Present
Providing design services for tech companies, product teams and marketing departments including UX/UI design since 2022. Experienced with complex systems and web according to accessibility regulations. Responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile. Conducts qualitative and quantitative UX research. Skilled in Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator. Also works on branding, visual identity, presentations, infographics, and digital design for a wide range of businesses and organizations. Selected clients include Gitam BBDO, Hebrew Scouts Movement, OPEN, Baaley Melacha, Kiddo Studio, among others.
Art & Design Teacher at Various Institutions
January 1, 2018 - Present
Accredited instructor teaching UI principles, creative tools, and visual communication in both educational institutions and private settings.
Graphic Designer at Calcalist
December 31, 2022 - July 27, 2025
Designed responsive weekly landing pages for online publication using Webflow. Created graphic design and editorial illustrations for daily editions and weekly supplements.
Graphic Designer at Shapira Waxman
December 31, 2017 - July 27, 2025
Designed exhibition booths and visual branding for global trade shows. Managed on-site production supervision internationally.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Haaretz
December 31, 2014 - July 27, 2025
UI design for iPad edition (E-Pub) of the weekly digital supplement. Created editorial illustrations, typography, layouts, and infographics.
Freelance UX/UI, Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Freelance
January 1, 2012 - Present
Providing design services for tech companies, product teams and marketing departments including: UX/UI design (from 2022). Experience with complex systems and web according to accessibility regulations. Responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile. Branding, visual identity, presentations, infographics, and digital design for a wide range of businesses and organizations. Selected clients: Gitam BBDO, Hebrew Scouts Movement, OPEN, Baaley Melacha, Kiddo Studio, etc.
Art & Design Teacher at Various Institutions
January 1, 2018 - Present
Accredited art and design instructor teaching UI principles, creative tools, and visual communication in both educational institutions and private settings.
Graphic Designer at Calcalist
December 31, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Design of responsive weekly landing pages for online publication using Webflow. Graphic design and editorial illustrations for daily editions and weekly supplements.
Graphic Designer at Shapira Waxman
December 31, 2017 - October 21, 2025
Design of exhibition booths and visual branding for global trade shows. On-site production supervision around the globe.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Haaretz
December 31, 2014 - October 21, 2025
UI design for iPad edition (E-Pub) of the weekly digital supplement. Editorial illustration, typography, layouts and infographics.
Early Career at Various
December 31, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Projects in photography, video editing, and art instruction. Tech Support, QA and development.
Freelance UX/UI, Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2012 - Present
Providing design services for tech companies, product teams and marketing departments including: UX/UI design (from 2022). Experience with complex systems and web according to accessibility regulations. Responsive design for desktop, tablet, and mobile. Branding, visual identity, presentations, infographics, and digital design for a wide range of businesses and organizations. Selected clients: Gitam BBDO, Hebrew Scouts Movement, OPEN, Baaley Melacha, Kiddo Studio, etc.
Art & Design Teacher at Various Institutions / Private settings
January 1, 2018 - Present
Accredited art and design instructor teaching UI principles, creative tools, and visual communication in both educational institutions and private settings.
Graphic Designer at Calcalist
December 31, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Design of responsive weekly landing pages for online publication using Webflow. Graphic design and editorial illustrations for daily editions and weekly supplements.
Graphic Designer at Shapira Waxman
December 31, 2017 - October 21, 2025
Design of exhibition booths and visual branding for global trade shows. On-site production supervision around the globe.
Illustrator & Graphic Designer at Haaretz
December 31, 2014 - October 21, 2025
UI design for iPad edition (E-Pub) of the weekly digital supplement. Editorial illustration, typography, layouts and infographics.
Art/Design Projects, Photography, Video Editing at Early Career / Self-employed
December 31, 2008 - October 21, 2025
Projects in photography, video editing, and art instruction. Tech Support, QA and development.

Education

Associate's Degree at Netcraft Academy
February 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Diploma at Beit Berl College
October 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018
Bachelor of Design at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
October 1, 2005 - June 30, 2009
Ux/Ui, Associate's Degree at Netcraft Academy
January 1, 2022 - October 21, 2025
Art Teacher Diploma at Hamidrasha School of Art, Beit Berl College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
B.Design in Visual Communication at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
Associate's Degree in UX/UI at Netcraft Academy
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Art Teacher Diploma at Hamidrasha School of Art, Beit Berl College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018
B.Design in Visual Communication at Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other