I'm a UX-focused designer blending creative experimentation with brand and marketing awareness. I have experience in both team collaboration and leadership, delivering user-centered digital projects with strong attention to usability, detail, and design consistency. Currently pursuing an MA in Digital Media Production at University College London, and a BSc in Interactive Media from the University of York, I enjoy bridging design and technology to craft engaging experiences. I love turning client briefs into clear, accessible interfaces and leading cross-functional teams to bring projects to life.

Yi Rou Shenová

I'm a UX-focused designer blending creative experimentation with brand and marketing awareness. I have experience in both team collaboration and leadership, delivering user-centered digital projects with strong attention to usability, detail, and design consistency. Currently pursuing an MA in Digital Media Production at University College London, and a BSc in Interactive Media from the University of York, I enjoy bridging design and technology to craft engaging experiences. I love turning client briefs into clear, accessible interfaces and leading cross-functional teams to bring projects to life.

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I’m a UX-focused designer blending creative experimentation with brand and marketing awareness. I have experience in both team collaboration and leadership, delivering user-centered digital projects with strong attention to usability, detail, and design consistency.

Currently pursuing an MA in Digital Media Production at University College London, and a BSc in Interactive Media from the University of York, I enjoy bridging design and technology to craft engaging experiences. I love turning client briefs into clear, accessible interfaces and leading cross-functional teams to bring projects to life.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
Czech
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Portfolio Project at Self-Directed
April 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Social Media Content and Drink Menu Design: Completed a design case study of a peach-flavour spirit targeting to simulate a real-world client brief.
Linguistic Tester - Freelance at Transperfect
March 3, 2026 - Present
Analyzed and identified web page errors on layout and localization accuracy. Documented errors with organized categorisation, comments and screenshots following professional guidelines. Communicated technical issues and troubleshooting steps to stakeholders.
Portfolio Project at Self-Directed
March 1, 2026 - March 31, 2026
Personalised wish list: Executed a design assignment based on a real-world product scenario, focusing on usability and interface clarity.
Linguistic Tester at Transperfect - Freelance
March 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026
Identified and analyzed web page errors related to layout, localization, and user experience. Processed ~30 error reports daily, providing structured documentation, screenshots, and comments aligned with QA standards. Communicated technically and efficiently, supporting troubleshooting and resolution processes.
Branding Graphics Designer at Self-Directed
February 1, 2026 - February 28, 2026
At Yi's branding graphics: Created brand logo with selected color gradient and typography for a tea shop to depict the sunset moment of ease and comfort during their rest in the day.
Participant at General Assembly Creative Skill Academy for Creatives
June 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Applied design principles and managed team workflows using iterative testing and feedback processes; created AI-enhanced design assets, marketing content for social media and physical prints with Adobe Creative Suite for Myce liu m Brew coffee shop campaign.
Sale Assistant at Avorium York
November 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Sold personalised products using folio and laser engraving at Shambles Christmas Market and in-store. Engaged with clients to understand wishes and fulfill orders in an orderly manner.
Web Design Manager at Monte Negro Moments
November 1, 2023 - September 24, 2025
Designed and implemented whole Monte Negro Moments restaurant website on Wix with reservation features and interactive menu.
Deputy Lead of Interactive Media Showcase Tech Committee at University of York
June 30, 2023 - August 20, 2025
Managed and initiated weekly group meetings creating more than 4 prototypes of the showcase websites for phone, desktop, and tablet displays using Figma, attracting over 100 visitors to the showcase.
Web Design Manager at Avorium York
June 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and implemented the wedding section of the Shopify site involving personalized product features in a 4-week internship; increased wedding visitors by 71% and doubled wedding product sales; improved SEO by optimizing accessibility and meta data of digital content.
Web Design Manager at Avoirium York
June 1, 2023 - Present
Designed and implemented personalised wedding product features on Shopify, increasing wedding visitors by 71% with doubled sales of wedding products.
Deputy Lead of Tech Committee at University/Student Organization
November 1, 2022 - June 30, 2023
Led weekly planning meetings and coordinated cross-functional teams to produce multi-platform showcase websites using Figma and Discord; configured and supported technical setups for 20+ student projects; collaborated with Marketing to ensure cohesive event promotion and user experience for over 100 showcase visitors.
Marketing Member of Interactive Media Showcase at University of York
June 30, 2022 - August 20, 2025
Created showcase banner and posts across LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram to promote upcoming events with a storytelling approach through an 8 chapters’ comic.

Education

Master of Arts in Digital Media: Production at University College London
September 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Interactive Media at University of York
September 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024
Creative Skills Academy for Creatives at General Assembly
June 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
MA in Digital Media Production at University College London
September 1, 2024 - August 31, 2025
BSc Interactive Media at University of York
September 1, 2021 - June 30, 2024

Qualifications

Google Digital Marketing Certificate
July 1, 2024 - September 24, 2025
Certificate: Responsive Web Design (freeCodeCamp)
August 1, 2024 - September 24, 2025
York Strength Development Day Certificate
April 1, 2022 - September 24, 2025
The field guide to Human-Centered Design Certificate
October 1, 2025 - March 23, 2026
Responsive Web Design freeCodeCamp Certificate
August 1, 2024 - March 23, 2026
Fundamental of Digital Marketing Google Certificate
July 1, 2024 - March 23, 2026
York Award
June 1, 2024 - March 23, 2026
Runner Up for the Intern of the Year Award
November 1, 2023 - March 23, 2026
York Strength Development Day and Certificate
April 1, 2022 - March 23, 2026
Field Guide to Human-Centered Design
October 1, 2025 - May 29, 2026
Responsive Web Design Certificate
August 1, 2024 - May 29, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Other
    Poster Design for Mycelium Brew Coffee Brand
    Poster Design for Mycelium Brew Coffee Brand that values sustainability and utilising eco-friendly ingredient in their products. Design of the poster complies with their brand guidelines. branding designer graphicdesigner
    Test Project for a Collected Wishes App
    Making a mobile UI for app that collects user's wishes graphicdesigner branding designer
    Interactive Media Showcase Prototype Design
    Website design for Interactive Media Showcase that promotes student's work and communal event. prototype design ux ui
    At Yi's Teahouse branding logo
    At yi's, at ease to promote the relaxing teahouse brand that evoke a chill end of the day time. logo graphicdesigner branding illustrator designer
    At Yi's Teahouse packaging mock up
    At yi's, at ease to promote the relaxing teahouse brand that evoke a chill end of the day time. Packaging and menu design with cohesion. logo graphicdesigner branding illustrator designer