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Curious and driven by design, I enjoy connecting ideas, solving complex problems, and crafting digital experiences that are both meaningful and easy to use. I love turning complex requirements into intuitive interfaces.…

Erika Soares

UI Designer, Product Designer, Designer, +2

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Curious and driven by design, I enjoy connecting ideas, solving complex problems, and crafting digital experiences that are both meaningful and easy to use. I love turning complex requirements into intuitive interfaces.…

Available to hire

Curious and driven by design, I enjoy connecting ideas, solving complex problems, and crafting digital experiences that are both meaningful and easy to use.

I love turning complex requirements into intuitive interfaces.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Beginner

Language

English

Advanced

Portuguese

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Designer Teaching Assistant at The Starter School

May 1, 2025 - Present

Support the development of UX learning materials, focusing on emerging AI tools and their role in design. Create Miro exercises, refine slide decks, and assist in research on Human-AI collaboration.

UI Designer at Studio Venturas

January 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025

Design user interfaces for diverse digital projects. Contribute to responsive layouts, visual consistency, and design systems across sectors.

Developer Trainee at Critical Techworks

September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024

Gained valuable experience in a dynamic tech environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying agile methodologies. Enhanced communication and problem-solving skills while contributing to projects that emphasized teamwork and adaptability.

Freelance Product Designer at Biombo

October 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Collaborated with Biombo to design a new accessories collection, focusing on innovative concepts and visual aesthetics.

Freelance Product Designer at Farm Rio

February 1, 2016 - September 1, 2016

Led the design of a second collection for one of Brazil's top fashion brands, conducting design research and Adobe Illustrator.

Product Designer at Rio de Janeiro (Client project)

September 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016

Developed a new collection based on client briefs, creating and prototyping all design elements to meet projects goals.

Product Designer at Erikaz

December 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021

Founded and managed a brand, overseeing the entire design process, from concept and prototyping to sales and marketing.