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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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.