I'm a creative and strategic UX/UI designer with over 6 years of experience across digital agencies, in-house teams, and international freelance work. I enjoy shaping end-to-end experiences that connect research, visual storytelling, and accessible design to deliver meaningful products. Currently, I lead UX projects and workshops at WONDR, delivering end-to-end experiences backed by research, design systems, and agile collaboration. I’m passionate about merging visuals with functional storytelling to create delightful, inclusive products for diverse users.

Ria Pollock

I'm a creative and strategic UX/UI designer with over 6 years of experience across digital agencies, in-house teams, and international freelance work. I enjoy shaping end-to-end experiences that connect research, visual storytelling, and accessible design to deliver meaningful products. Currently, I lead UX projects and workshops at WONDR, delivering end-to-end experiences backed by research, design systems, and agile collaboration. I’m passionate about merging visuals with functional storytelling to create delightful, inclusive products for diverse users.

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I’m a creative and strategic UX/UI designer with over 6 years of experience across digital agencies, in-house teams, and international freelance work. I enjoy shaping end-to-end experiences that connect research, visual storytelling, and accessible design to deliver meaningful products.

Currently, I lead UX projects and workshops at WONDR, delivering end-to-end experiences backed by research, design systems, and agile collaboration. I’m passionate about merging visuals with functional storytelling to create delightful, inclusive products for diverse users.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer & UX Lead at WONDR
October 1, 2023 - Present
Leading UX strategic digital product and web projects across tech, property, and enterprise sectors. Planned and facilitated UX workshops to define user needs, business objectives, and feature sets. Designed responsive UI systems and component libraries in Figma. Worked in agile sprints with product and development teams to deliver clean, scalable user experiences. Built modular design templates for WordPress-based websites with CMS usability in mind. Presented design concepts and data-driven improvements to senior stakeholders.
UX Lead / UX Designer at WONDR
October 1, 2023 - Present
Leading strategic digital product and web projects across tech, property, and enterprise sectors; planning and facilitating UX workshops to define user needs, business objectives, and feature sets; designing responsive UI systems and component libraries in Figma; delivering end-to-end experiences in agile sprints with product and development teams; created modular design templates for WordPress-based websites with CMS usability; presenting design concepts and data-driven improvements to senior stakeholders.
Senior Visual Designer (UX/UI) at Cairn Homes
September 1, 2023 - September 14, 2025
Led UX strategy and brand communications across digital platforms.
Senior Visual Designer (UX/UI) at Therapie Clinic
September 1, 2023 - September 14, 2025
Led UX/UI design workstreams, conducting research and shaping product direction for digital initiatives; collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimise patient experiences and digital touchpoints across channels.
Visual Designer (UI) at Olivera Agency
June 1, 2022 - September 14, 2025
Delivered digital brand and UI work across multiple client projects, including UI design systems and component libraries in Figma.
Visual Designer (UI) at OLIVER Agency
June 1, 2022 - September 14, 2025
Designed digital brand assets and web UI across multi-market campaigns; developed visual design systems, iconography, and illustration styles; collaborated with CRM and tech teams to elevate mobile UX.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Freelance) at Agenda Communications
June 1, 2021 - September 14, 2025
Produced editorial layouts, illustrations, and branded digital content for campaigns and publications.
Graphic Designer & Illustrator (Freelance) at Agenda Communications
June 1, 2021 - September 14, 2025
Produced editorial layouts, illustrations, and branded digital content; created design concepts for publications and campaigns; supported cross-functional teams across international clients.
Freelance Graphic Designer at WeWork
October 1, 2018 - September 14, 2025
Delivered on-brand visual assets for space design, marketing, and events across London and Dublin.
Graphic Designer at WeWork
October 1, 2018 - September 14, 2025
Delivered on-brand visuals for space design, marketing, and events; developed signage, presentations, and visual collateral to support community spaces.
Graphic Designer at Hot Press Magazine
January 1, 2018 - September 14, 2025
Created editorial layouts and branded visuals for print and digital publications.
Graphic Designer at Hot Press Magazine
January 1, 2018 - September 14, 2025
Created editorial layouts, illustrations, and branded digital content; produced visuals for magazines and online platforms.

Education

BA (Hons) Visual Communication at National College of Art & Design, Dublin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Higher Diploma in Design & Illustration at Ballyfermot College of Art & Design, Dublin
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
Google UX Design Professional Certificate at Google/Online
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
BA (Hons) Visual Communication at National College of Art & Design
January 1, 2016 - September 14, 2025
Higher Diploma in Design & Illustration at Ballyfermot College of Art & Design
January 1, 2011 - September 14, 2025

Qualifications

TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Adobe Photoshop Masterclass (Udemy)
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Adobe After Effects CC
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Advanced Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Adobe After Effects CC – Udemy
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
Adobe Photoshop Masterclass – Udemy
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
TEFL Certified
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
January 11, 2030 - September 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education