Hello! I’m Adesade Oniyelu, a UI/UX designer blending human-centered product design with storytelling. Over the past 2+ years, I’ve crafted clean, engaging interfaces for web and mobile, grounded in usability and accessibility, and I collaborate closely with developers to ship practical, delightful experiences. My background in professional photography sharpens my eye for brand identity, composition, and visual coherence, letting me weave typography, color, and imagery into cohesive design narratives. Beyond pixels, I love turning complex problems into intuitive flows. As a freelancer and brand consultant, I translate client goals into human-centered journeys, conduct user research, create scalable design systems, and mentor teams through thoughtful concepting and iteration. I’m excited to bring strong visuals and a pragmatic roadmap to your product.

Adesade Oniyelu

Hello! I’m Adesade Oniyelu, a UI/UX designer blending human-centered product design with storytelling. Over the past 2+ years, I’ve crafted clean, engaging interfaces for web and mobile, grounded in usability and accessibility, and I collaborate closely with developers to ship practical, delightful experiences. My background in professional photography sharpens my eye for brand identity, composition, and visual coherence, letting me weave typography, color, and imagery into cohesive design narratives. Beyond pixels, I love turning complex problems into intuitive flows. As a freelancer and brand consultant, I translate client goals into human-centered journeys, conduct user research, create scalable design systems, and mentor teams through thoughtful concepting and iteration. I’m excited to bring strong visuals and a pragmatic roadmap to your product.

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Hello! I’m Adesade Oniyelu, a UI/UX designer blending human-centered product design with storytelling. Over the past 2+ years, I’ve crafted clean, engaging interfaces for web and mobile, grounded in usability and accessibility, and I collaborate closely with developers to ship practical, delightful experiences. My background in professional photography sharpens my eye for brand identity, composition, and visual coherence, letting me weave typography, color, and imagery into cohesive design narratives.

Beyond pixels, I love turning complex problems into intuitive flows. As a freelancer and brand consultant, I translate client goals into human-centered journeys, conduct user research, create scalable design systems, and mentor teams through thoughtful concepting and iteration. I’m excited to bring strong visuals and a pragmatic roadmap to your product.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance UI/UX Designer at Remote
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and prototyped 'Foodfinder App', a personal UX case study that optimized meal search through improved filter logic, intuitive navigation, and real-time recommendation UI. Conducted user research and surveys to understand pain points in food discovery. Built wireframes, high-fidelity mockups, and clickable prototypes using Figma. Integrated usability testing feedback to enhance accessibility and readability.
Freelance UI/UX Designer
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed and prototyped 'Foodfinder App' as a personal UX case study, optimizing meal search with improved filters, intuitive navigation, and real-time recommendations. Conducted user research, built wireframes and high-fidelity mockups in Figma, and integrated usability testing feedback to enhance accessibility and readability. Developed a recruitment and HR application concept emphasizing workflow clarity, visual hierarchy, and inclusivity; mapped candidate and recruiter journeys using Miro to visualize processes. Published case studies on Behance to showcase iterative, storytelling-driven design.
UI/UX Designer at Oasis Branding Agency
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Designed intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring seamless user experiences. Conducted user research and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions. Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions that align with business goals. Stayed updated on the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
UI/UX Designer at Oasis Branding Agency
January 1, 2022 - June 6, 2024
Designed intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications ensuring seamless user experiences. Conducted user research and usability testing to gather insights influencing design decisions. Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions aligned with business goals. Kept updated with latest UI/UX trends and tools to continuously improve design outcomes.
UI/UX Designer
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Designed intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring seamless user experiences. Conducted user research and usability testing to gather insights and inform design decisions. Created wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs using tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver user-centric solutions that align with business goals. Stayed updated on the latest UI/UX trends, tools, and technologies to continuously improve design processes and outcomes.
Photographer at Freelance / Various clients
January 1, 2011 - June 6, 2024
Delivered high-quality photography services for diverse clients including individuals, businesses, and media outlets. Specialized in portrait, landscape, event, and commercial photography. Edited and retouched photos using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom ensuring professional-grade results. Managed end-to-end photography projects from conceptualization, planning to execution and post-production.
Photographer | Visual Brand Consultant at Self-employed
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered end-to-end photography and creative direction services for personal, event, and brand clients across portraiture, commercial, and editorial photography. Translated brand strategy into visual narratives that strengthened online identity and engagement. Collaborated with small business owners, startups, and creative teams to align visual communication with marketing goals. Leveraged design sensibilities to integrate photography with digital branding, merging composition, layout, and product storytelling in cohesive campaigns.
Photographer | Visual Brand Consultant at Self-Employed (Freelance)
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered end-to-end photography and creative direction for personal, event, and brand clients across portraiture, commercial, and editorial work. Translated brand strategy into visual narratives to strengthen online identity and engagement. Collaborated with small businesses and startups to align visual communication with marketing goals. Integrated photography with digital branding, merging composition, layout, and product storytelling into cohesive campaigns.
Photographer at Freelance / Various Clients
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2023
Delivered high-quality photography services for diverse clients, including individuals, businesses, and media outlets. Specialized in portrait, landscape, event, and commercial photography, capturing images that tell compelling stories and meet client objectives. Edited and retouched photos using advanced techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to ensure professional-grade results. Managed end-to-end photography projects, from conceptualization and planning to execution and post-production.
Photographer
January 1, 2010 - June 1, 2023
Delivered high-quality photography services for diverse clients, including individuals, businesses, and media outlets. Specialized in portrait, landscape, event, and commercial photography, capturing images that tell compelling stories and meet client objectives. Edited and retouched photos using advanced techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom to ensure professional-grade results. Managed end-to-end photography projects, from conceptualization and planning to execution and post-production.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at Lagos State University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
UI/UX Design Training at Oasis Branding Agency
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Visual Elements of User Interface Design at Coursera
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
B.A. History & International Studies at Lagos State University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
UI/UX Design Training at Oasis Branding Agency
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Visual Elements of User Interface Design at Coursera
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

Qualifications

Photographer
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2025
UI/UX Designer (Visual Elements of User Interface Design) - Coursera
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2025
UI/UX Designer - Oasis Branding Agency
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2025
Photographer Pefiti Academy
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2025
Data Analytics (Level 1 & 2 – Entry Level)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Google UX Design Certificate (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Adobe Creative Suite Masterclass
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Human-Computer Interaction Foundations (HCI)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Data Analytics (Level 1 & 2 – Entry Level)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Data Analyst (Level 1) – Entry Level
January 11, 2030 - June 27, 2025
Photographer Pefiti Academy
January 11, 2030 - July 22, 2025
Data Analytics (Level 1 & 2 – Entry Level)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Google UX Design Certificate (in progress)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Adobe Creative Suite Masterclass
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026
Human-Computer Interaction Foundations (HCI)
January 11, 2030 - February 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other
    Foodfinder App

    The FoodFinder App aims to help food
    enthusiasts and busy individuals discover
    specific foods they crave during and after
    work hours. It goes beyond traditional food
    assistance and focuses on making it convenient
    for users to find their favorite meals and snacks,
    tailored to their specific preferences and schedules.