I am Salomé Mateus, a passionate product and UX designer with a background in industrial design. I love transforming innovative ideas into functional and engaging designs, working closely with clients to meet their unique needs. My experience ranges from 3D digital prototyping to graphic design and virtual reconstruction, always aiming to blend creativity with technology. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability projects such as waste management and reusing materials, as well as designing inclusive playgrounds focused on fun and engagement. I'm continually developing my skills through practical projects and educational pursuits, and I'm excited to create impactful designs that enhance user experiences and cultural preservation.

Salomé Mateus

I am Salomé Mateus, a passionate product and UX designer with a background in industrial design. I love transforming innovative ideas into functional and engaging designs, working closely with clients to meet their unique needs. My experience ranges from 3D digital prototyping to graphic design and virtual reconstruction, always aiming to blend creativity with technology. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability projects such as waste management and reusing materials, as well as designing inclusive playgrounds focused on fun and engagement. I'm continually developing my skills through practical projects and educational pursuits, and I'm excited to create impactful designs that enhance user experiences and cultural preservation.

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I am Salomé Mateus, a passionate product and UX designer with a background in industrial design. I love transforming innovative ideas into functional and engaging designs, working closely with clients to meet their unique needs. My experience ranges from 3D digital prototyping to graphic design and virtual reconstruction, always aiming to blend creativity with technology.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the opportunity to contribute to environmental sustainability projects such as waste management and reusing materials, as well as designing inclusive playgrounds focused on fun and engagement. I’m continually developing my skills through practical projects and educational pursuits, and I’m excited to create impactful designs that enhance user experiences and cultural preservation.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Beginner
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Researcher - Virtual Reconstruction and Digital Reproduction of Art Exhibits at Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor
August 1, 2025 - August 6, 2025
Researching and developing digital reconstruction and reproduction technologies for museum exhibits. Tasks included 3D scanning, virtual modeling, and additive manufacturing to create high-fidelity replicas for research and cultural heritage preservation.
Freelance Designer at Remote / Online
February 1, 2023 - Present
Designing the user experience (UX) for a website project running from August to November 2025. Worked with clients to create logos, product visuals, social media posts, and other graphic design materials. Communicated directly with clients to understand their needs and deliver custom design solutions.
Sales Assistance at The Navigator Company, Figueira da Foz, Portugal
February 1, 2023 - August 6, 2025
Responsible for Belgium, Netherlands, and Northern Europe markets. Tasks included adjusting customer and market allocations, responding to customer inquiries, managing orders, shipping documentation, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Salesperson in Bathrooms, Ceramics, Woods, Kitchens and Wardrobes at Leroy Merlin, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
May 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Helped customers choose the best options based on their budgets and personal taste. Created projects and quotes for customers, followed up after sales, and ensured customer satisfaction.
Bathroom, Ceramic and Wood Project Salesperson at Leroy Merlin, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
January 1, 2022 - August 6, 2025
Assisted customers in choosing bathroom, ceramic, and wood options. Prepared projects and quotations, followed up after sales, and ensured high customer satisfaction.
Virtual Reconstruction and Digital Reproduction of Art Exhibits Researcher at Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor
August 1, 2025 - August 11, 2025
Responsible for researching and developing digital reconstruction and reproduction technologies for museum exhibits. Tasks included 3D scanning, virtual modeling, and additive manufacturing to create high-fidelity replicas for research and cultural heritage preservation.
Freelance Designer at Self-employed
February 1, 2023 - Present
Designed user experiences (UX) for a website project running August to November 2025. Worked with clients to create logos, product visuals, social media posts, and other graphic design materials. Communicated directly with clients to understand their needs and deliver custom design solutions.
Sales Assistance at The Navigator Company, Figueira da Foz, Portugal
February 1, 2023 - August 11, 2025
Responsible for Belgium, Netherlands, and Northern Europe markets. Duties included adjusting customer and market allocations, responding to customer inquiries, managing orders, shipping documentation, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Salesperson - Bathrooms, Ceramics, Woods, Kitchens and Wardrobes at Leroy Merlin, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
May 1, 2022 - August 11, 2025
Helped customers choose the best options according to their budget and personal taste. Created projects and quotes for customers, followed up after sales to ensure satisfaction.
Bathroom, Ceramic and Wood Project Salesperson at Leroy Merlin, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
January 1, 2022 - August 11, 2025
Assisted customers in selecting fitting products based on budget and preferences. Developed projects and quotes, and provided after-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction.

Education

Masters in Product Design at Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at Escola Superior de Artes e Design, Caldas da Rainha, Portugal
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
Masters in Product Design at Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Maribor
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design at Escola Superior de Artes e Design, Caldas da Rainha
September 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021

Qualifications

Data Analytics Basics for Everyone IBM
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
UX Design HEC Montreal
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Design Thinking edX
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
CEEPUS Winter School Design Week, University of Maribor, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
UX/UI Design Fundamentals IPL
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Fundamentals of Figma edX
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Graphic Design Essentials LCIEducation
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025
Data Analytics Basics for Everyone, IBM
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
UX Design, HEC Montreal
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
Design Thinking, edX
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
CEEPUS Winter School Design Week, University of Maribor
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
UX/UI Design Fundamentals, IPL
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
Fundamentals of Figma, edX
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025
Graphic Design Essentials, LCI Education
January 11, 2030 - August 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Consumer Goods