Hello! I'm YULIIA Liashenko, a UX designer and researcher based in Sherbrooke, Quebec. I hold a Google UX Design certificate and an IBM Generative AI for UI/UX Design specialization, and I am currently pursuing an Intermediate to Advanced Figma UI/UX Design specialization. I thrive on turning complex information into intuitive, accessible interfaces through user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing. With six years of experience translating complex concepts into clear outputs across research, content evaluation, and client-facing work, I value precise documentation, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I’m fluent in English and French and am passionate about inclusive design and accessible user experiences.

YULIIA LIASHENKO

Hello! I'm YULIIA Liashenko, a UX designer and researcher based in Sherbrooke, Quebec. I hold a Google UX Design certificate and an IBM Generative AI for UI/UX Design specialization, and I am currently pursuing an Intermediate to Advanced Figma UI/UX Design specialization. I thrive on turning complex information into intuitive, accessible interfaces through user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing. With six years of experience translating complex concepts into clear outputs across research, content evaluation, and client-facing work, I value precise documentation, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I’m fluent in English and French and am passionate about inclusive design and accessible user experiences.

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Hello! I’m YULIIA Liashenko, a UX designer and researcher based in Sherbrooke, Quebec. I hold a Google UX Design certificate and an IBM Generative AI for UI/UX Design specialization, and I am currently pursuing an Intermediate to Advanced Figma UI/UX Design specialization. I thrive on turning complex information into intuitive, accessible interfaces through user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.

With six years of experience translating complex concepts into clear outputs across research, content evaluation, and client-facing work, I value precise documentation, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. I’m fluent in English and French and am passionate about inclusive design and accessible user experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced

Work Experience

Writing Feedback Specialist at Studiosity
February 1, 2025 - June 30, 2025
Reviewed 50 to 80 submissions per week against APA, MLA, and Chicago standards with zero compliance escalations across the full contract. Delivered structured written feedback on clarity, argumentation, and information structure, consistently meeting all turnaround targets. Identified recurring patterns across 300+ submissions and translated findings into targeted, actionable recommendations for each user.
Merchandiser and Team Member at Costco Wholesale
July 1, 2023 - Present
Maintained a below-1% error rate processing 80 to 100 units per hour in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Communicated daily with a bilingual (FR/EN) customer base, adapting language and approach to individual needs. Selected for a cross-location assignment during a corporate operational visit based on consistent performance and reliability.
Freelance Academic Writer and Editor at Writer's Club
July 1, 2018 - February 28, 2022
Reviewed and validated 900+ documents against complex multi-standard guidelines with a below-10% revision rate across the full volume. Managed 8 to 10 long-term client relationships, delivering consistent quality across iterative feedback cycles. Mentored junior writers on citation standards and document structure, reducing collective team error rates.
Economic Research Writer at ASAP Consulting
July 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Adapted the same research findings into two formats per project: detailed policy briefs and plain-language summaries for different audiences. Cross-checked data across academic journals, government publications, and financial databases to ensure source accuracy. Met 100% of deadlines with no client escalations across all projects.
Customer Experience Coordinator at Optic City
March 1, 2018 - May 31, 2018
Managed 200 to 300 customer cases per week, assessing each situation and directing clients to the appropriate process. Developed 5 standardised communication templates adopted across phone and email channels, improving interaction consistency. Identified recurring friction points in customer communication and proposed process adjustments to reduce resolution time.
Translator and Research Coordinator at Luven (Startup)
September 1, 2017 - February 28, 2018
Coordinated 8 contributors across a multilingual research project, delivering the full scope 2 months ahead of schedule. Translated and reviewed 15 to 25 technical documents per week for a medical research initiative, maintaining scientific accuracy across languages. Produced a cross-language style guide used by the team to maintain terminology consistency and reduce review cycles.

Education

Specialist Degree (Master's equivalent) at V. N. Karazin Kharkiv National University
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017

Qualifications

Intermediate to Advanced Figma UI/UX Design Specialization
June 6, 2026 - July 6, 2026
IBM Generative AI for UI/UX Design Specialization
February 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Google UX Design Certificate
December 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Francisation et Intégration
July 1, 2022 - July 31, 2023

Industry Experience

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