I am a Senior Designer and WordPress Developer with seven years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centric digital experiences across web and mobile applications. I lead complex website projects, applying my expertise in UI/UX, graphic design, and WordPress development to create polished, effective interfaces. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting user research, and translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. I focus on usability, visual communication, and storytelling to drive customer satisfaction, using iterative testing and data-driven design decisions.

MARI BARKHOYAN

I am a Senior Designer and WordPress Developer with seven years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centric digital experiences across web and mobile applications. I lead complex website projects, applying my expertise in UI/UX, graphic design, and WordPress development to create polished, effective interfaces. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting user research, and translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. I focus on usability, visual communication, and storytelling to drive customer satisfaction, using iterative testing and data-driven design decisions.

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I am a Senior Designer and WordPress Developer with seven years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centric digital experiences across web and mobile applications. I lead complex website projects, applying my expertise in UI/UX, graphic design, and WordPress development to create polished, effective interfaces.
I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting user research, and translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. I focus on usability, visual communication, and storytelling to drive customer satisfaction, using iterative testing and data-driven design decisions.

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Work Experience

UX Engineer at Simplenight
December 1, 2023 - Present
Designed end-to-end user interfaces for web and mobile platforms, applying principles of usability and interaction design to enhance user-centric experiences. Developed wireframes, user flows, personas, and high-fidelity prototypes using tools like Figma and Adobe XD, ensuring optimal visualization of user journeys and alignment with user needs. Conducted usability testing, including A/B testing and heuristic evaluations, leveraging analytics to refine UI elements and optimize user interactions. Utilized responsive web design techniques with CSS Grid, Flexbox, and media queries to ensure adaptive layouts and seamless performance across multiple screen resolutions and devices. Collaborated with developers using agile methodologies and version control systems (Git), ensuring smooth handoff and precise implementation of UI/UX designs.
Graphic Designer at Upwork
November 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Designed pixel-perfect UI/UX elements for responsive web and mobile interfaces, optimizing for performance across multiple platforms using tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with product managers and developers to create visually appealing wireframes, prototypes, and design systems that enhanced user flow and usability within digital financial platforms. Produced high-quality visual content for digital campaigns, including motion graphics, data visualizations, and infographics, utilizing Adobe After Effects and Illustrator to translate complex financial data into easily digestible visuals. Applied branding guidelines and created design systems to ensure consistency across multiple digital channels, including websites, email marketing campaigns, and mobile apps. Conducted A/B testing and used analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Hotjar to gather user data and iteratively refine designs, resulting in an increase in user engagement and overall conversion rates
UI/UX Designer at Bye Me
June 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Led the complete design lifecycle for digital platforms, focusing on enhancing UX and customer satisfaction through data-driven design decisions. Conducted in-depth user research, persona development, and usability testing, translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, aligning design priorities with business goals and user feedback to ensure strategic consistency. Utilized analytics and heatmap tools to iteratively refine user flows, interactions, and navigation for improved user engagement and product efficiency. Created and maintained design systems, ensuring consistent design language and visual coherence across platforms and applications.
Graphic Designer at SAEGE Consultants
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Collaborated closely with PR, Marketing, and Social Media Management (SMM) teams to design engaging and visually appealing assets for various digital platforms. Created social media banners, logos, presentations, flyers, posters, catalogs, and menus, tailored to meet specific branding and marketing objectives. Contributed to campaigns that enhanced brand visibility and audience engagement. Ensured that all design materials aligned with the brand’s identity and marketing strategy. Delivered high-quality assets on time, supporting the success of promotional initiatives and digital campaigns.
UI/UX Designer at Huntington LLC
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Developed user-friendly designs by conducting in-depth user research, creating personas, and mapping out user journeys. Translated research insights into actionable design solutions, producing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile platforms. Worked closely with product managers and developers to ensure accurate and timely implementation of design elements. Provided feedback during sprint reviews and collaborated in an agile environment to improve project outcomes. Led design critiques, offering constructive feedback to designers and contributing to team growth.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Produced high-quality, game-ready 3D models, textures, and assets using Blender, Autodesk Maya, and Unity, ensuring seamless integration with game engines for an enhanced visual experience. Created complex motion graphics and cinematic sequences for promotional videos and in-game cutscenes using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D, focusing on storytelling and user immersion. Collaborated with the development team to create HUD (Heads-Up Display) elements, UI components, and in-game assets, ensuring that designs were functional, intuitive, and enhanced user experience in real-time gameplay. Developed and maintained design systems, asset libraries, and style guides to ensure visual consistency across all gaming platforms, including mobile, console, and desktop versions. Leveraged player data and insights to drive iterative design changes, utilizing A/B testing and user feedback to improve in-game interface elements and marketing campaign performance, ultimately increasing player retention
UI/UX and Graphic Designer at First Outsourcing Company (FOC)
June 30, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Played a key role in transforming client visions into functional and visually appealing designs. Delivered user-centric interfaces for various platforms, focusing on seamless user experiences and striking visuals. Managed the full design lifecycle, from concept development and wireframing to prototyping and final UI design, ensuring pixel-perfect precision. Collaborated across teams to maintain brand consistency and enhance the company’s digital presence. Created marketing materials and graphic assets, balancing creativity with functionality in every project.
UI/UX Designer at Byte Ready LLC
September 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Spearheaded design processes from concept development to high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes using tools like Figma and Adobe XD to elevate user engagement and interaction across web and mobile platforms. Led comprehensive UX research initiatives including user interviews, A/B testing, and usability testing using tools like Lookback.io and Maze to gather actionable insights. Architected and implemented scalable design systems and component libraries with Figma and Storybook, ensuring uniformity across all digital touchpoints and improving collaboration. Delivered creative direction while aligning design solutions with business objectives, collaborating with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define product requirements and KPIs. Utilized analytics and user feedback loops, leveraging platforms like Hotjar and Google Analytics, to continually improve UX performance metrics.
3D Designer at Freelance
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Created high-poly and low-poly 3D models using Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, and Blender for characters, objects, and environments, ensuring optimal geometry for smooth performance. Optimized assets for real-time rendering in game engines like Unity and Unreal Engine, applying LOD techniques to ensure performance scalability. Developed realistic physically-based rendering (PBR) textures and shaders using Substance Painter and Quixel Suite. Implemented advanced lighting setups using both baked and dynamic lighting techniques in Unreal Engine and Unity. Collaborated with animators, developers, and project managers to ensure 3D models met technical specifications and integrated seamlessly.
UX Engineer at Simplenight
December 1, 2023 - Present
Designed end-to-end user interfaces for web and mobile platforms, improving user-centric experiences by applying usability and interaction design principles. Developed wireframes, user flows, personas, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma and Adobe XD. Conducted usability testing including A/B testing and heuristic evaluations, leveraging analytics to refine UI elements. Utilized responsive web design for adaptive layouts across multiple devices. Collaborated with developers in agile settings, ensuring smooth handoff and implementation of designs.
Graphic Designer at Upwork
November 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Designed pixel-perfect UI/UX elements for responsive web and mobile interfaces using tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with product managers and developers on wireframes, prototypes, and design systems to enhance usability in digital financial platforms. Produced motion graphics, data visualizations, and infographics using Adobe After Effects and Illustrator. Applied branding guidelines to ensure consistency across digital channels. Conducted A/B testing and analytics to refine designs and increase user engagement and conversions.
UI/UX Designer at Bye Me
June 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Led the complete design lifecycle for digital platforms, focusing on enhancing UX and customer satisfaction through data-driven design decisions. Conducted in-depth user research, persona development, and usability testing, translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align design priorities with business goals. Utilized analytics and heatmap tools to refine user flows, interactions, and navigation. Created and maintained design systems to ensure visual coherence.
Graphic Designer at SAEGE Consultants
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Collaborated with PR, Marketing, and Social Media teams to create engaging digital assets such as banners, logos, presentations, flyers, posters, catalogs, and menus tailored to branding and marketing goals. Contributed to campaigns enhancing brand visibility and engagement. Ensured design materials aligned with brand identity and delivered assets on time to support promotional initiatives.
UI/UX Designer at Huntington LLC
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Developed user-friendly designs through user research, persona creation, and journey mapping. Translated insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile. Worked closely with product managers and developers to ensure accurate design implementation within agile environments. Led design critiques and contributed to team growth.
Freelance Graphic Designer and 3D Artist at Freelance
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Created high-quality 3D models, textures, and assets for games using Blender, Autodesk Maya, and Unity. Developed motion graphics and cinematic sequences for promotional videos and in-game cutscenes using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D. Collaborated on HUD and UI components to enhance real-time gameplay user experience. Maintained design systems and asset libraries ensuring visual consistency. Used player data to iteratively improve game interfaces and marketing campaign performance.
UI/UX and Graphic Designer at First Outsourcing Company (FOC)
June 30, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Transformed client visions into functional, visually appealing designs. Delivered user-centric interfaces focused on seamless experience and effective visuals. Managed full design lifecycle including wireframing, prototyping, and UI design ensuring pixel-perfect delivery. Collaborated across teams to maintain brand consistency and enhance digital presence. Created marketing materials balancing creativity and functionality.
UI/UX Designer at Byte Ready LLC
September 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Led end-to-end product design from concept to high-fidelity mockups and prototypes using Figma and Adobe XD. Conducted comprehensive UX research including interviews, A/B and usability testing with tools like Lookback.io and Maze. Architected and implemented scalable design systems and component libraries to ensure uniformity and collaboration. Provided creative direction aligning designs with business objectives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet product requirements and KPIs. Iterated designs using analytics and user feedback to improve key performance metrics.
UX Engineer at Simplenight
December 1, 2023 - Present
Designed end-to-end user interfaces for web and mobile platforms focusing on usability and interaction design to enhance user-centric experiences. Developed wireframes, user flows, personas, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma and Adobe XD. Conducted usability testing including A/B testing and heuristic evaluations, leveraging analytics to refine UI elements and optimize interactions. Utilized responsive web design techniques with CSS Grid, Flexbox, and media queries. Collaborated with developers using agile methodologies and version control systems ensuring smooth implementation of UI/UX designs.
Graphic Designer at Upwork
November 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Designed pixel-perfect UI/UX elements for responsive web and mobile interfaces using tools such as Figma, Sketch, and Adobe XD. Collaborated with product managers and developers to create visually appealing wireframes, prototypes, and design systems enhancing user flow and usability. Produced high-quality visual content for digital campaigns including motion graphics, data visualizations, and infographics using Adobe After Effects and Illustrator. Applied branding guidelines and created design systems to ensure consistency across multiple digital channels. Conducted A/B testing and used analytics to refine designs resulting in increased engagement and conversion rates.
UI/UX Designer at Bye Me
June 30, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Led the complete design lifecycle for digital platforms focusing on enhancing UX and customer satisfaction through data-driven design decisions. Conducted in-depth user research, persona development, and usability testing translating insights into wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams aligning design priorities with business goals and user feedback. Utilized analytics and heatmap tools to refine user flows, interactions, and navigation improving user engagement and product efficiency. Created and maintained design systems ensuring consistent design language and visual coherence.
3D Artist at Freelance
December 31, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Created 3D characters, objects, and environments for visualizations and animations. Optimized models for game engines including Unreal Engine for real-time rendering. Developed high-quality PBR textures and materials to enhance visual realism. Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and deliver custom 3D assets. Ensured seamless integration of 3D models and assets into various platforms and applications.
Graphic Designer at SAEGE Consultants
December 31, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Collaborated with PR, Marketing, and Social Media teams to design engaging and visually appealing assets for digital platforms. Created social media banners, logos, presentations, flyers, posters, catalogs, and menus tailored to branding and marketing objectives. Contributed to campaigns enhancing brand visibility and audience engagement. Ensured all design materials aligned with the brand identity and marketing strategy. Delivered high-quality assets on time to support promotional initiatives and digital campaigns.
UI/UX Designer at Huntington LLC
September 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Developed user-friendly designs by conducting in-depth user research, creating personas, and mapping user journeys. Translated research insights into actionable design solutions with wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile platforms. Worked closely with product managers and developers ensuring accurate implementation of designs. Provided feedback during sprint reviews and collaborated in an agile environment. Led design critiques offering constructive feedback and contributing to team growth.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Freelance
April 30, 2023 - August 1, 2025
Produced high-quality game-ready 3D models, textures, and assets using Blender, Autodesk Maya, and Unity ensuring seamless integration with game engines. Created complex motion graphics and cinematic sequences for promotional videos and in-game cutscenes using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D focusing on storytelling and user immersion. Collaborated with development teams to design HUD elements and UI components enhancing real-time gameplay experience. Maintained design systems, asset libraries, and style guides ensuring visual consistency across gaming platforms. Used player data and feedback to iterate and improve in-game interfaces and marketing campaigns to boost player retention.
UI/UX and Graphic Designer at First Outsourcing Company (FOC)
June 30, 2020 - August 1, 2025
Transformed client visions into functional and visually appealing designs. Delivered user-centric interfaces for various platforms with seamless user experiences and compelling visuals. Managed full design lifecycle from concept to final UI ensuring pixel-perfect precision. Collaborated across teams to maintain brand consistency and enhance company’s digital presence. Created marketing materials balancing creativity with functionality.
UI/UX Designer at Byte Ready LLC
September 30, 2018 - August 1, 2025
Led design processes from concept development to high-fidelity mockups and interactive prototypes to elevate user engagement across platforms. Conducted comprehensive UX research including user interviews, A/B testing, and usability testing ensuring designs addressed user needs. Architected scalable design systems and component libraries improving cross-functional collaboration. Delivered creative direction aligned with business objectives working closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders. Used analytics and user feedback to iterate on designs improving engagement and conversion rates.
UI/UX Designer at Huntington LLC
June 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Developed user-friendly designs by conducting in-depth user research, creating personas, and mapping out user journeys. Translated research insights into actionable design solutions, producing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile platforms. Worked closely with product managers and developers to ensure accurate and timely implementation of design elements. Provided feedback during sprints and collaborated in an agile environment to improve project outcomes.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
March 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Delivered high-quality branding assets across multiple projects, including branding identities, marketing materials, and visuals for social and digital campaigns. Collaborated with clients to understand goals and translate them into visually compelling designs. Ensured consistency with brand guidelines and timely delivery.
UI/UX Designer at Byte Ready LLC
December 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
End-to-end product design leadership from concept to high-fidelity prototypes and mockups. Used tools like Figma and Adobe XD to elevate user engagement and interactions across web and mobile platforms. Led UX research initiatives, including user interviews and usability testing, to inform design decisions. Implemented design systems and brand coherence.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
December 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
D me ntored game-ready 3D assets, textures, and assets for digital campaigns using Blender, Autodesk Maya, and Unity, ensuring seamless integration with game engines. Created motion graphics and cinematic sequences for promotional videos and in-game cutscenes using After Effects and Cinema 4D. Collaborated with development teams to design HUD elements and in-game assets.
UI/UX and Graphic Designer at First Outsourcing Company (FOC)
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Played a key role in transforming client visions into functional design assets for web and mobile platforms; delivered UI/UX and graphic design work. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive visuals and on-time delivery.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Produced branding assets, marketing materials, and visuals for digital campaigns; created assets for websites and apps; supported brand identity and marketing goals through concise visual storytelling.
UX Engineer at Simple Night
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Designed end-to-end user interfaces for web and mobile platforms, applying usability and interaction design principles to enhance user-centered experiences. Developed wireframes, user flows, personas, and high-fidelity prototypes using tools like Figma and Adobe XD, ensuring optimal visualization of user journeys and alignment with user needs. Conducted usability testing, including A/B testing and heuristic evaluations, leveraging analytics to refine UI elements and optimize user interactions.
Graphic Designer at Figma/Upwork
December 1, 2023 - Present
Designed pixel-perfect UI/UX elements for responsive web and mobile interfaces, collaborating with product managers and developers to create cohesive user experiences. Built wireframes, flows, and high-fidelity prototypes; produced marketing and product visuals for multiple platforms.
UX Engineer at Simple Night
June 1, 2024 - October 1, 2025
Designed end-to-end user interfaces for web and mobile platforms; developed wireframes, user flows, personas; created high-fidelity prototypes; used Figma and Adobe XD to align with user needs.
Graphic Designer at Upwork
December 1, 2023 - Present
Designed pixel-perfect UI/UX elements for responsive web and mobile interfaces; produced wireframes, prototypes, and marketing assets; ensured consistent visuals across platforms.
UI/UX Designer at Byte Ready LLC
June 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Developed end-to-end product experiences; led design process from research to high-fidelity mocks and interactive prototypes; collaborated with cross-functional teams.
UI/UX Designer at First Outsourcing Company (FOC)
April 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
UI/UX and Graphic Designer; transformed client visions into functional and visually appealing designs; delivered user-centric interfaces across platforms; collaborated with product managers and developers.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
December 1, 2020 - October 1, 2025
Produced game-ready 3D models, textures and assets using Blender, Autodesk Maya, Unity; created marketing visuals; delivered assets for campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Freelance
September 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Produced 3D assets and visuals for promotional campaigns; collaborated with clients to understand requirements; delivered assets and visuals for campaigns.

Education

UI/UX Design at Armenian Code Academy
June 1, 2021 - September 30, 2022
Finance and Credit at Armenian State University of Economics
September 1, 2007 - August 31, 2012
UI/UX Design at Armenian Code Academy
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Finance and Credit at Armenian State University of Economics
September 1, 2007 - August 31, 2012
UI/UX Design at Armenian Code Academy
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Finance and Credit at Armenian State University of Economics
September 1, 2007 - August 31, 2012
Finance and Credit at Armenian State University of Economics
September 1, 2007 - August 1, 2012
UI/UX Design at Armenian Code Academy
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
UI/UX Design Certificate at Armenian Code Academy
June 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Finance and Credit at Armenian State University of Economics
September 1, 2007 - August 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Gaming, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Other