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I am a product design professional with over 20 years of experience across the design spectrum, including UI development, UX research, and team leadership. I enjoy collaborating with developers to transform design visions into functional and user-friendly applications.
I have worked on diverse projects ranging from Java desktop applications for security management to React and Unity 3D applications for AI training. My approach focuses on understanding user needs through workshops, personas, and journey maps to create intuitive and efficient user experiences.
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Experience Level
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Beginner
Beginner
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
UX/UI Design Engineer at Mindtech Global
January 1, 2022 - PresentAs the founding designer, I reviewed the company’s Unity 3D application, improving usability and reducing the learning curve for data scientists. I integrated Unity's UI Toolkit for intuitive CSS styling across new functionalities. I also led development of a new React desktop app to visualize AI dataset gaps, working closely with stakeholders to shape requirements and ensure consistent UI/UX across applications for brand synergy.
UX/UI Designer at Synectics Plc
January 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025Hired as the company's first full-time UX/UI designer, I improved product parity and application experience through user workshops and iterative interface enhancements. I advised on frontend technologies and designed a new app for field employees, involving client collaboration and end-user testing of UI and workflows to translate solutions effectively.
Design Manager at UAccount
September 30, 2019 - July 15, 2025Managed a team of designers and frontend developers, leading recruitment, career development, and Agile methodology implementation. Fostered creativity and innovation within a young team and ensured alignment of design efforts with company objectives through workshops and sprint planning.
Web designer at UAccount
September 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025Designed and built the company website and evolved into a frontend developer role, producing object-oriented JavaScript and SCSS using BEM methodology. Maintained high coding standards with a mobile-first approach and user-centered design.
Web designer at Cybermill
May 31, 2013 - July 15, 2025Developed and designed bespoke websites using HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and jQuery. Created custom templates for WordPress, Concrete5, and in-house CMS Phosys. Managed client meetings, provided training and technical support, and handled workload and accounts.
Graphic designer at Chesterfield College
May 31, 2012 - July 15, 2025Graphic design role within education setting.
Freelance designer at DN Creative
October 31, 2011 - July 15, 2025Freelance creative design work.
Graphic designer at Soundhouse Media
November 30, 2010 - July 15, 2025Worked in an agency setting providing graphic design services.
UX/UI Design Engineer at Mindtech Global
January 1, 2022 - PresentAs the founding designer, I reviewed and redesigned the company's Unity 3D software used for creating virtual scenario animations to improve AI model training. I improved usability by observing users and implementing intuitive UI solutions using UX/UI methodologies. I integrated Unity’s UI Toolkit and led the development of a React desktop application to visualize AI dataset gaps, created site maps, and shaped application development with stakeholders to ensure synergy and reduce learning curves across company applications.
UX/UI Designer at Synectics Plc
January 31, 2022 - July 15, 2025As the first full-time UX/UI designer, I worked with clients and users to identify and solve interface problems, update software, and advise on frontend technologies. I contributed to the development of a new mobile app to help field employees manage tasks efficiently through user workshops, prototype creation, and iterative improvements.
Design Manager at UAccount
September 30, 2019 - July 15, 2025Managed a young team of designers and frontend developers, participating in the recruitment process and championing career development and creativity. Led the adoption of Agile methodologies, including running workshops, retrospectives, and sprint planning to achieve company goals.
Web Designer at UAccount
September 30, 2016 - July 15, 2025Designed and built the company website initially, evolving into a frontend developer role focusing on OOP Javascript, SCSS with BEM, mobile-first responsive design, and UX decisions from a user-centered perspective.
Web Designer at Cybermill
May 31, 2013 - July 15, 2025Developed and designed bespoke websites using HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and jQuery; created custom CMS templates; managed client meetings and accounts; provided training and ongoing technical support.
Graphic Designer at Chesterfield College
May 31, 2012 - July 15, 2025Graphic design duties within the education environment.
Freelance Designer at DN Creative
October 31, 2011 - July 15, 2025Freelance design work at an agency level.
Graphic Designer at Soundhouse Media
November 30, 2010 - July 15, 2025Graphic design work at an agency.
Education
BA at Ravensbourne College
September 1, 2000 - July 31, 2003BTEC National Diploma at Chesterfield College
September 1, 1998 - July 31, 2000Qualifications
Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Education, Gaming
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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Expert
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Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Beginner
Beginner
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