I'm Karolina Vakula, a UI/UX designer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly web and mobile interfaces. I specialize in guiding products through the full design process—from user research and wireframing to visual design and development. I aim to balance aesthetics, functionality, and user needs while supporting business goals, and I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex challenges into clear, accessible designs.…

Karolina Vakula

I'm Karolina Vakula, a UI/UX designer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly web and mobile interfaces. I specialize in guiding products through the full design process—from user research and wireframing to visual design and development. I aim to balance aesthetics, functionality, and user needs while supporting business goals, and I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex challenges into clear, accessible designs.…

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I’m Karolina Vakula, a UI/UX designer focused on creating intuitive, user-friendly web and mobile interfaces. I specialize in guiding products through the full design process—from user research and wireframing to visual design and development.
I aim to balance aesthetics, functionality, and user needs while supporting business goals, and I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate complex challenges into clear, accessible designs.

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Skills

Experience Level

Figma
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Web Design
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
UI
Expert
Sketch
Expert
CSS
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Adobe XD
Intermediate
Branding
Intermediate
Invision
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
Ukrainian
Fluent

Work Experience

Administrative Assistant at Battle River Lending Place
April 30, 2025 - July 31, 2025
- Designed marketing and appreciation materials, including posters, banners, thank-you cards, and newspaper inserts, using Canva and Adobe Express. - Completed and organized lending forms; maintained accurate digital and physical records of equipment and clients' information. - Responded to clients, donors, and partners' emails and calls. - Assisted with accounting under supervisor guidance using Google Sheets. - Achievements: improved the equipment return system by creating directional signs and a clear return guide, reducing misplaced and improperly returned items.
Visual Media Designer at Messiah Lutheran Church
August 15, 2026 - Present
- Design and edit presentation slides for worship services using EasyWorship software - Improve the style of the presentations by making them modern, clear, and easy to read - Update database

Education

UI/UX Design at IT School GoIT
March 9, 2025 - February 14, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Computing Science and Math at University of Alberta
August 30, 2022 - April 30, 2027
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at University of Alberta
August 30, 2022 - April 30, 2024

Qualifications

UI/UX Design Certification (GoIT)
January 1, 2025 - January 23, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education
    paper Website design for Carolina Cafe & Catering

    Carolina Café & Catering is a cozy local bagel shop that offers fresh food and catering services. The goal of this project was to design a modern, easy-to-navigate website that reflects the warmth of the café and helps customers quickly find menu items, catering options, and contact details. The project focuses on creating a clean and welcoming digital presence through intuitive navigation, simple ordering flow, and appealing visuals that capture the café’s friendly atmosphere. I worked on the entire UX/UI process, from understanding user needs and defining the information structure to creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups. The final design emphasizes clarity, brand consistency, and visual charm to enhance user experience and support the café’s online visibility.