I'm Dr Shazia Naqib, a multidisciplinary artist, painter, photographer and author with over 15 years of experience across digital and traditional media. I enjoy blending creative practice with technology, and I specialize in painting, photography, and UX/UI design. I lead remote teams, translate complex briefs into visually engaging solutions, and draw on my Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry to inform human-centered design and expressive art. I value collaboration, learning, and innovation as I create meaningful visual experiences—from fine art to digital interfaces and nature photography.…

Dr Shazia Naqib

I'm Dr Shazia Naqib, a multidisciplinary artist, painter, photographer and author with over 15 years of experience across digital and traditional media. I enjoy blending creative practice with technology, and I specialize in painting, photography, and UX/UI design. I lead remote teams, translate complex briefs into visually engaging solutions, and draw on my Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry to inform human-centered design and expressive art. I value collaboration, learning, and innovation as I create meaningful visual experiences—from fine art to digital interfaces and nature photography.…

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I’m Dr Shazia Naqib, a multidisciplinary artist, painter, photographer and author with over 15 years of experience across digital and traditional media. I enjoy blending creative practice with technology, and I specialize in painting, photography, and UX/UI design.

I lead remote teams, translate complex briefs into visually engaging solutions, and draw on my Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry to inform human-centered design and expressive art. I value collaboration, learning, and innovation as I create meaningful visual experiences—from fine art to digital interfaces and nature photography.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Artist at Self-Employed / Freelance (People Per Hour Platform)
January 1, 2009 - Present
Self-employed digital artist and project manager for various projects on People Per Hour. Managed a remote team of 10 designers to work on iOS mobile app design; participated in all aspects of the design process and client communications.
UX UI | App & Web Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Excellent knowledge of product cycle and design principles; proficient in Adobe Creative Suite; strong communication; collaborated with teams in fast-paced environments.
Digital Artist at Self-Employed / People Per Hour
January 1, 2009 - Present
Freelance digital artist and project manager for various projects via People Per Hour. Managed a remote team of 10 to design mobile apps for iOS devices. Participated in all stages of the design process and maintained client communication.
UX UI & Web Designer at Freelance
January 1, 2018 - Present
Excellent knowledge of the product cycle and product design principles. Proficient in interaction design software, including Adobe Creative Suite. Strong grasp of digital design including sketching, color theory, texture, and visual presentation. Strong communication and client-facing skills. Able to collaborate with team members in fast-paced environments.
Digital Artist & Project Manager (Freelance) at PeoplePerHour / Self-Employed
January 1, 2009 - Present
Delivered bespoke digital artwork and illustrations to global clients, maintained a 5-star rating on PeoplePerHour. Managed a remote team of 10 creatives and developers for a mobile app design project. Led end-to-end design processes from ideation and prototyping through feedback cycles to final delivery. Communicated directly with clients to translate complex briefs into creative visual solutions.
UX/UI Designer – App & Web Design at Freelance / Self-Initiated Projects
January 1, 2018 - Present
Applied user-centered design principles across multiple platforms, improving user flow and engagement. Created wireframes, mockups, and high-fidelity prototypes using Adobe XD and Figma. Developed intuitive interfaces with strong emphasis on typography, layout, and branding. Collaborated with developers and stakeholders in agile environments.
Remote Team Lead – iOS App Project at Freelance Project Manager
January 1, 2019 - Present
Led a distributed team of designers and developers in delivering an iOS mobile app. Oversaw timelines, task delegation, client communication, and quality control to ensure on-time delivery and high client satisfaction.
Social Media Secretary at RMU Alumni UK & Ireland
January 1, 2023 - Present
Managed social media presence for the RMU Alumni community, engaging members with event updates, content creation, and online outreach. Supported alumni networking and professional development through coordinated digital communication efforts.
Digital Artist & Project Manager (Freelance) at Self-Employed via PeoplePerHour
January 1, 2009 - Present
Delivered bespoke digital artwork and illustrations to global clients; managed a remote team of 10 creatives and developers for a mobile app design project targeting iOS users; led end-to-end design processes from ideation to final client delivery; translated complex briefs into creative visual solutions through direct client communication.
Remote Team Lead – iOS App Project at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2019 - Present
Led a distributed team of designers and developers to deliver a mobile iOS app; oversaw project timelines, task delegation, client communication, and quality control to ensure on-time delivery and high client satisfaction.
Social Media Secretary at RMU Alumni UK & Ireland (Volunteer)
January 1, 2023 - Present
Managed social media presence for RMU Alumni community, creating event updates, content and online outreach; supported alumni networking and professional development through coordinated digital communication.

Education

UX UI & Web Design Certificate at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - December 6, 2022
Certificate of Completion at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2022
PG Certificate Psychiatry at Cardiff University, Cardiff
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2021
UX UI & Web Design Certificate at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - December 6, 2022
Certificate of Completion (Web Design & UX-UI Course) at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2022
PG Certificate Psychiatry at Cardiff University, Cardiff
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2021
Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry at Cardiff University, Cardiff
October 1, 2021 - January 27, 2026
UX/UI & Web Design Certificate at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2022
Certificate of Completion – Graphic Design at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2022
Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry at Cardiff University
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2021
UX/UI & Web Design Certificate at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2022
Certificate of Completion – Graphic Design at Blue Sky Graphics College, London
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2022

Qualifications

PG Certificate Psychiatry
October 7, 2021 - September 19, 2025
Certificate of Completion
March 28, 2022 - September 19, 2025
UX UI & Web Design Certificate
December 6, 2022 - September 19, 2025
UX UI & Web Design Certificate (Blue Sky Graphics College)
January 11, 2030 - December 6, 2022
Certificate of Completion (Web Design & UX-UI Course)
January 11, 2030 - March 28, 2022
PG Certificate Psychiatry
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2021
Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatry
October 1, 2021 - January 27, 2026
UX/UI & Web Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2022
Graphic Design Certificate
January 11, 2030 - March 1, 2022
Adobe 0220 Web Design & UX-UI Course
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Adobe 0110 Graphic Design Course
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026
Certificate of Completion – Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - January 27, 2026

Industry Experience

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

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Experience Level