Hi, I’m Ukeme Olamide Essien—an experienced Shopify Design Expert and e-commerce conversion specialist with 6+ years of hands-on experience building, optimizing, and scaling high-performing online stores. I focus on clean, modern store design paired with conversion-focused UI/UX, sales funnel development, and automation systems that help brands consistently grow. I don’t just create “pretty” storefronts; I build revenue-generating eCommerce systems end-to-end. From product page and checkout optimization to upsells, order bumps, and email/SMS flows (like abandoned cart and welcome sequences), I set up the full stack—tracking, performance improvements, and CRO—so businesses can increase conversions, average order value, and retention.…

Ukeme Olamide Essien

Hi, I’m Ukeme Olamide Essien—an experienced Shopify Design Expert and e-commerce conversion specialist with 6+ years of hands-on experience building, optimizing, and scaling high-performing online stores. I focus on clean, modern store design paired with conversion-focused UI/UX, sales funnel development, and automation systems that help brands consistently grow. I don’t just create “pretty” storefronts; I build revenue-generating eCommerce systems end-to-end. From product page and checkout optimization to upsells, order bumps, and email/SMS flows (like abandoned cart and welcome sequences), I set up the full stack—tracking, performance improvements, and CRO—so businesses can increase conversions, average order value, and retention.…

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Hi, I’m Ukeme Olamide Essien—an experienced Shopify Design Expert and e-commerce conversion specialist with 6+ years of hands-on experience building, optimizing, and scaling high-performing online stores. I focus on clean, modern store design paired with conversion-focused UI/UX, sales funnel development, and automation systems that help brands consistently grow.

I don’t just create “pretty” storefronts; I build revenue-generating eCommerce systems end-to-end. From product page and checkout optimization to upsells, order bumps, and email/SMS flows (like abandoned cart and welcome sequences), I set up the full stack—tracking, performance improvements, and CRO—so businesses can increase conversions, average order value, and retention.

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Skills

Experience Level

Canva
Expert
Shopify
Expert
Email Marketing
Expert
Branding
Expert
CSS
Expert
Logo
Expert
Promo Video
Expert
Social Media Design
Expert
Web Design
Expert
HTML5
Expert
UI
Expert
Video Advert
Expert
Figma
Intermediate
SEO
Intermediate
SEO Copywriting
Intermediate
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Work Experience

Shopify Design Expert & E-commerce Specialist at Freelance / Contract
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed, built, and launched 50+ Shopify stores across fashion, beauty, electronics, digital products, and dropshipping. Customized Shopify themes (Liquid/HTML/CSS) to improve usability and align with brand identity. Built conversion-focused sales funnels and integrated Systeme.io with Shopify checkout, upsells, and order bumps. Implemented email & SMS automation systems using Klaviyo, GetResponse, and Omnisend, including abandoned cart recovery, welcome flows, and promotional campaigns. Optimized product pages with persuasive layouts, trust elements, social proof, and clear CTAs. Integrated key Shopify apps (reviews, subscriptions, payments, shipping, analytics, automation) and improved performance and mobile responsiveness. Set up advanced tracking using GA4, Google Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, and TikTok Pixel, and performed ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, monitoring, and CRO improvements.
Video Editor & Promotional Content Designer
January 1, 2019 - Present
Edited promotional and social media videos for online marketing campaigns. Created visual concepts for marketing videos and promotional campaigns, including cinematic-style concepts for book trailers and author promotions. Combined imagery, typography, transitions, music, and visual storytelling to produce engaging content across different social media formats. Produced promotional video assets and adapted creatives for platform-specific requirements.
Shopify Designer & E-commerce Specialist
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed Shopify stores from the ground up, customizing themes, layouts, and sections. Performed theme customization using Liquid, HTML, and CSS. Built product and collection page layouts and implemented mobile-responsive e-commerce interfaces. Created product-focused graphics and promotional materials, ensured visual consistency, and improved store navigation and user experience. Optimized layouts to make offers and calls-to-action easier to understand and supported conversion-focused design improvements for clients.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Digital Specialist
January 1, 2019 - Present
Designed and delivered 50+ digital and e-commerce projects across multiple industries. Created logos, brand identities, social media graphics, flyers, banners, advertisements, and promotional materials. Developed website and landing page designs with responsive layouts, improved navigation, visual hierarchy, and calls-to-action. Built and customized Shopify stores with theme adjustments and conversion-focused presentation, including product/collection page layouts and promotional sections. Edited promotional and short-form social media videos for marketing campaigns, creating concepts for book trailers and author promotions. Worked with clients remotely to gather requirements, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines while maintaining quality.

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Industry Experience

Retail, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Other, Gaming, Professional Services
    Shopify Design Expert | E-Commerce Specialist | Digital Marketing Professional

    I’m a creative digital designer and e-commerce specialist with 6+ years of experience helping businesses, authors, entrepreneurs, and online brands build a stronger digital presence.

    I specialize in graphic design, Canva, branding, website design, Shopify, video editing, social media content, book promotional design, and e-commerce optimization. I’ve worked on 50+ digital and e-commerce projects across different industries.

    My approach is simple: understand the client’s goal, create a clear and professional solution, and deliver work that looks polished while serving a practical purpose. I’m detail-oriented, responsive, and comfortable working remotely with clients and teams.