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Hi, I’m Sean Makinson, a UI/UX designer based in Toronto who thrives on creating customer-centered digital experiences for web and mobile. I translate user research and business requirements into accessible wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes that deliver intuitive, inclusive experiences. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, and cross-functional teams to build and maintain design systems that ensure visual consistency across platforms. With a strong focus on usability and iterative improvement, I continuously test and analyze user feedback to optimize designs. I’m excited to bring innovative ideas to life, drive measurable improvements in user satisfaction, and help teams ship high-quality digital products.…Hi, I’m Sean Makinson, a UI/UX designer based in Toronto who thrives on creating customer-centered digital experiences for web and mobile. I translate user research and business requirements into accessible wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes that deliver intuitive, inclusive experiences. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, and cross-functional teams to build and maintain design systems that ensure visual consistency across platforms. With a strong focus on usability and iterative improvement, I continuously test and analyze user feedback to optimize designs. I’m excited to bring innovative ideas to life, drive measurable improvements in user satisfaction, and help teams ship high-quality digital products.

Sean Makinson

UX Designer, UI Designer, Product Designer, +3

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Hi, I’m Sean Makinson, a UI/UX designer based in Toronto who thrives on creating customer-centered digital experiences for web and mobile. I translate user research and business requirements into accessible wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes that deliver intuitive, inclusive experiences. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, and cross-functional teams to build and maintain design systems that ensure visual consistency across platforms. With a strong focus on usability and iterative improvement, I continuously test and analyze user feedback to optimize designs. I’m excited to bring innovative ideas to life, drive measurable improvements in user satisfaction, and help teams ship high-quality digital products.…Hi, I’m Sean Makinson, a UI/UX designer based in Toronto who thrives on creating customer-centered digital experiences for web and mobile. I translate user research and business requirements into accessible wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes that deliver intuitive, inclusive experiences. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, and cross-functional teams to build and maintain design systems that ensure visual consistency across platforms. With a strong focus on usability and iterative improvement, I continuously test and analyze user feedback to optimize designs. I’m excited to bring innovative ideas to life, drive measurable improvements in user satisfaction, and help teams ship high-quality digital products.

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Hi, I’m Sean Makinson, a UI/UX designer based in Toronto who thrives on creating customer-centered digital experiences for web and mobile. I translate user research and business requirements into accessible wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes that deliver intuitive, inclusive experiences. I enjoy collaborating with product managers, developers, and cross-functional teams to build and maintain design systems that ensure visual consistency across platforms.

With a strong focus on usability and iterative improvement, I continuously test and analyze user feedback to optimize designs. I’m excited to bring innovative ideas to life, drive measurable improvements in user satisfaction, and help teams ship high-quality digital products.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Japanese

Intermediate

Work Experience

UX Design Intern at Web4Site

June 1, 2025 - Present

Designs intuitive, customer-focused user interfaces and experiences for web-based digital products, with emphasis on accessible and responsive solutions. Translates business requirements and user feedback into wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that address customer needs and enhance user experience. Collaborates closely with product managers and development teams to bring design concepts to life while ensuring technical feasibility and regulatory compliance. Contributes to design system evolution and maintains visual consistency across multiple platforms and digital touchpoints.

Teacher & Social Media Writer at Erudite Private School

December 31, 2024 - September 29, 2025

Taught English, Social Studies, Public Speaking, and Drama to elementary school children; Created brand-aligned social media posts and marketing content that increased audience engagement and maintained consistent messaging across platforms; Collaborated with team members to conceptualize and execute educational experiences; Created communications and maintained professional relationships with stakeholders.

Native English Teacher at Littleland

December 31, 2022 - September 29, 2025

Taught English to elementary school children, teens, and adults; Developed original learning materials requiring clarity and appeal for students and stakeholders; Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting deadlines; Built and maintained strong relationships with clients and stakeholders in a professional environment.

Teacher & Program Manager at Aoba -Japan Bilingual Preschool

January 1, 2018 - May 22, 2022

Taught pre-school and kindergarten children, and managed the Saturday School program; Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams on program coordination in a multicultural environment; Developed and maintained project timelines.