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User Interface/User Experience Designer
Energy Consultant Company in ZA
05.2023 - Current
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AMUKELANI SHIRINGANI
Experience Designer | UI & UX
Pretoria,Gauteng
Summary
Experience Designer | UI & UX with a demonstrated track record of 1 year in facilitating and supporting human interactions with complex systems and software. Committed to maintaining user-centric designs while adhering to prescribed interface principles and related development goals. Passionate about creating inviting and unintimidating interfaces, spanning from simple open-source applications to intricate proprietary systems. A dedicated designer focused on delivering exceptional user experiences and driving meaningful engagement.
Work History
Energy Consultant Company in ZAPretoria
User Interface/User Experience Designer
05.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Currently engaged in building a web application aimed at mitigating the impact of power cuts (load shedding) in South Africa
- Utilising tools such as Figma, React, and Adobe CC Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Drive UI requirements through to implementation, complete with accurate sizing estimates and task breakdowns.
- Developing application UI's via emerging front-end technologies
Top MarketCambridge
User Interface/User Experience Designer
02.2023 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Developed the user interface for Top Market's e-commerce shop, designing Android, iOS, and web app interfaces
- Utilised tools such as Figma, Protopie, and Adobe CC Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop)
- Resolved UX obstacles through testing and iteration, prioritising user empathy throughout development methods.
- Participated in design review meetings to brainstorm new UX developments through collaborative thinking
Home of Piano Desk (Pty) LtdPretoria
UX/UI Designer & Brand Identity Designer
09.2022 - 02.2023
Job overview
- Led the creation of corporate branding, conducted UX research, and designed the UX and UI for a music streaming application across different platforms (Android, iOS, and web)
- Utilised tools like Figma, Protopie, and Adobe CC Suite (Illustrator, InDesign,
- Photoshop)
- E-commerce Design | UX and UI
IP@3CCenturion
Design Associate
02.2020 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy
- Seamlessly migrated communication assets and collateral into the digital realm during the peak of the global pandemic
- Designed modal and lower third cards for GauTV and TBN, esteemed broadcast television stations
- Operated as a gimbal camera operator, capturing the impact of the pandemic in key areas like Olievenhoutbosch, Cosmo City, and Alberton
- Obtained approval of concepts by submitting rough drafts to management
- Utilised software tools such as Apple Motion, Adobe CC Suite (Illustrator, InDesign,
- Photoshop, Premier Pro), Avid Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and more
Education
University of Pretoria/Universiteit Van PretoriaPretoria, Gauteng, ZA
Bachelor of Arts from Information Design
02.2021 - 03.2025
University Overview
- Infomation Design (IOW)
- Imaging and Visualisation (ILL)
- Member of House Mopane, 2021 to 2022
- Member of Mops Clubhouse, 2021 to 2022
Skills
User Experience (UX) design
User Interface (UI) design
Brand Identity Design
Google Workspace
Flexible and Adaptable
Interests
Apple Inc. enthusiast
Travel
Hiking
I discovered a profound love for hiking in university as a way to reconnect with nature and detach from screens. It became a cherished activity that allows me to immerse myself in the beauty of the outdoors and embrace "green time" free from technological distractions.
Timeline
User Interface/User Experience Designer
Top Market
02.2023 - 03.2023
UX/UI Designer & Brand Identity Designer
Home of Piano Desk (Pty) Ltd
09.2022 - 02.2023
University of Pretoria/Universiteit Van Pretoria
Bachelor of Arts from Information Design
02.2021 - 03.2025
Design Associate
IP@3C
02.2020 - 12.2020