I am a passionate designer born in paradise called São Miguel, Azores. Over the past 10+ years, I have had the opportunity to build B2B and B2C experiences, focusing on the business impact through data, user insights, UI, and craftsmanship. My career path has given me the chance to collaborate with numerous organizations and clients including GLOBALEDA (a Vodafone partner), the Azores Government, Global Media Group, studium, Cube4T8, Losch Luxembourg, and DPG Media. I consider myself an independent, driven, energetic, and outgoing individual who thrives in team settings and enjoys mentoring. My expertise spans a variety of tech tools and design disciplines, and I am motivated by creating impactful and engaging user experiences that connect with people and drive meaningful results.

Afonso Castro Cordeiro

I am a passionate designer born in paradise called São Miguel, Azores. Over the past 10+ years, I have had the opportunity to build B2B and B2C experiences, focusing on the business impact through data, user insights, UI, and craftsmanship. My career path has given me the chance to collaborate with numerous organizations and clients including GLOBALEDA (a Vodafone partner), the Azores Government, Global Media Group, studium, Cube4T8, Losch Luxembourg, and DPG Media. I consider myself an independent, driven, energetic, and outgoing individual who thrives in team settings and enjoys mentoring. My expertise spans a variety of tech tools and design disciplines, and I am motivated by creating impactful and engaging user experiences that connect with people and drive meaningful results.

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I am a passionate designer born in paradise called São Miguel, Azores. Over the past 10+ years, I have had the opportunity to build B2B and B2C experiences, focusing on the business impact through data, user insights, UI, and craftsmanship. My career path has given me the chance to collaborate with numerous organizations and clients including GLOBALEDA (a Vodafone partner), the Azores Government, Global Media Group, studium, Cube4T8, Losch Luxembourg, and DPG Media.

I consider myself an independent, driven, energetic, and outgoing individual who thrives in team settings and enjoys mentoring. My expertise spans a variety of tech tools and design disciplines, and I am motivated by creating impactful and engaging user experiences that connect with people and drive meaningful results.

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Experience Level

Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Senior UX designer at DPG Media - Amsterdam
September 1, 2023 - Present
Working within DPG Recruitment on projects such as Nationale Vacaturebank (website and app) and Intermediair, focusing on UX design to improve digital product experiences.
Lead Product Designer at Losch Digital Lab - Porto
August 31, 2023 - August 18, 2025
Leading the design of B2B and B2C products including apps and websites using Figma, collaborating closely with full teams of developers to execute design solutions.
Senior UX/UI Designer at studium - creative studio - Porto
January 31, 2021 - August 18, 2025
Designed B2C and B2B apps and products using Figma. Managed client relationships and coordinated with developer teams to deliver design projects.
UX/UI Designer at GLOBALEDA (Vodafone partner)
July 31, 2018 - August 18, 2025
Produced and created websites using Webflow in a collaborative team of developers. Also managed social media presence and content.
Graphic Designer at Arrifes Driving School
June 30, 2016 - August 18, 2025
Created various graphic materials such as flyers, business cards, brochures, and outdoor banners using Adobe software to support marketing efforts.

Education

Master's Degree at Instituto Politécnico do Porto
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2022
Post-Graduation at Escola Superior de Tecnologias e Artes de Lisboa
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
Bachelor's Degree at Universidade da Beira Interior
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Visual Arts (Erasmus Exchange) at Adam Mickiewicz University, Poland
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013

Qualifications

Educacional Skills Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025
Tennis Course - Coach Level 1
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Software & Internet