Ewald Human
Ux/Ui Designer
Cape Town
Summary
Accomplished UX/UI Designer dedicated to bringing the Human back to Human-Centered Design. At Specno, I have enhanced user satisfaction through innovative, responsive designs and user-centric solutions. Proficient in Figma, Webflow, Adobe Creative Suite, and design thinking, I have successfully led and contributed to over 30 projects. An expert in collaborative teamwork, my designs consistently meet business needs and exceed user expectations. I am curious, ambitious, and always open to learning and growing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
UX/UI Designer
Specno
01.2023 - Current
- Developed responsive designs to ensure optimal performance on various devices and platforms.
- Presented UX designs and solutions to senior staff, evangelizing for user-centric design decisions..
- Conducted thorough user research, identifying key pain points and opportunities for improvement.
- Tested websites at different design and production stages to assess conformance with designs.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work within established deadlines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create a cohesive, user-centric product vision.
- Incorporated feedback from stakeholders throughout the design process, resulting in tailored solutions that met business requirements.
- Consistently received positive feedback from end-users, validating the effectiveness of design solutions in meeting user needs and enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Created detailed wireframes and prototypes to guide development team in building high-quality applications.
- Identified opportunities for workflow improvements within the design team, implementing new tools and processes that increased efficiency and productivity.
- Negotiated project scope with clients to align expectations around deliverables, timelines, and resources required for successful completion of work assignments.
- Developed wireframes and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas to stakeholders and team members.
- Developed interactive mockups using prototyping tools such as Sketch or Adobe XD for validation purposes before implementation phases began.
- Enhanced user experience by designing intuitive and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile applications.
- Created style guides and design systems to maintain consistency across all platforms and products.
- Collaborated with developers to implement responsive design, improving accessibility on various devices.
- Consistently met project deadlines by managing time efficiently and prioritizing tasks according to importance levels.
- Identified pain points in existing user experiences through heuristic evaluations, leading to actionable recommendations for improvements.
- Contributed positively towards cross-functional collaboration by working closely with product managers, engineers, content creators during all stages of design process.
- Redesigned legacy applications with modern aesthetics, significantly increasing user engagement metrics.
- Developed client systems using low-code platforms such as Webflow, Shopify and Framer
- Led UX/UI design projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Mentored junior developers on best practices in UI design, fostering a culture of collaboration within the team.
- Reduced development time by creating efficient design processes, streamlining workflows, and utilizing advanced software tools.
Junior Ux/Ui Designer
Hominum Global
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Performed usability tests on prototypes to gather insights into user behavior patterns, informing further refinements in the designs before deployment.
- Created wireframes and mockups for mobile applications, ensuring consistency across multiple platforms and devices.
- Collaborated with developers to create seamless transitions between design and development phases, improving overall project efficiency.
- Conducted extensive user research to identify pain points, leading to targeted improvements in product usability.
- Developed comprehensive style guides to maintain brand consistency across all digital assets, streamlining future updates and iterations.
- Evaluated competitor products and identified areas of opportunity to differentiate our own offerings, leading to innovative ideas and improvements in overall user experience.
- Assisted in creating a design system that facilitated collaboration between designers and developers, resulting in more efficient workflow processes.
- Used wireframes, mock-ups and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture.
- Collaborated with teammates to deliver valuable features meeting business and customer needs.
- Conducted live user testing of components and functionality to evaluate effectiveness of designs and enhancements.
- Delivered polished prototypes for client approval using wireframing tools like Sketch or Figma, ensuring clear communication of design concepts prior to implementation.
- Conducted comprehensive user research to inform design decisions and ensure alignment with target audience needs.
Photography Assistant
Ouwlikies
01.2015 - 06.2020
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Supported photography and video shoots by helping with equipment setup.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing timely assistance in setting up and breaking down photo sessions.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing and maintaining photography equipment, ensuring quick access during shoots.
- Set up lighting, prepared sweeps and organized area for photography sessions.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
- Managed schedule by assessing daily assignments and coordinating duties.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interaction Design
Cape Town Creative Academy
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Ux Design
Ui Design
Responsive design
Design thinking
Ux Research
Responsive Web Design
Mobile Application Design
Design Systems
Usability Testing
Wireframing
Adobe Suite
Figma
Framer
Webflow
HTML & CSS
Timeline
UX/UI Designer
Specno
01.2023 - Current
Junior Ux/Ui Designer
Hominum Global
03.2022 - 12.2022
Photography Assistant
Ouwlikies
01.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Interaction Design
Cape Town Creative Academy
04.2001 -
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