Product Designer
CV
Professional Summary
Currently based in Dubai, I am a seasoned professional with 16 years of experience in corporate branding, visual communications, and product design. Throughout my career, I have lived and worked in several countries, including Asia, Europe, and Middle East. My work as a consultant UX designer has allowed me to collaborate with clients from all over the world, including Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and the Middle East. With my extensive background as a highly experienced digital designer and my diverse skill set, I can be considered a "jack of all trades." However, five years ago, I made the conscious decision to shift my focus to UX design to future-proof my career and continue to grow as a designer. 🚀
Core Skills
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UX/UI Design, Interaction Design
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Visual Design, Graphic Design (Print & Digital)
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User Journey, Workflow, Wirefaming
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Prototyping
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User Research, Usability Testing, A/B Testing
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User-centered Design
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Design/Discovery Workshop
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Fluent in the English language
Technical Skills
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Figma, XD, Miro
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Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, AfterEffects, Acrobat
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HTML/CSS
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Digital Pre-Press
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Design System, Research & Usability Testing, Micro-copywriting
Work Experience
Current
UX Design Consultant, Abuzz Middle East Technology
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Remote + Contractor
March 2021 - Feb 2023
UX Design Consultant, Node4 Ltd
🇬🇧 United Kingdom, Remote + Contractor
July 2019 - March 2021
Product Designer, Property Finder Group
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 2017 - January 2019
UI/UX Designer, Nearbuy Group
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 2012 - January 2017
Digital & Creative Lead, Emrill Services
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
June 2012 - August 2012
Web/Graphic Designer, Rocket Internet
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
February 2010 - June 2012
Senior Graphic Designer, Landmark Group
🇦🇪 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
September 2008 - August 2009
Graphic Designer, Phenomenon Design House
🇧🇳 Brunei Darussalam
January 2006 - July 2008
Graphic Designer, DreamSoft Business Solutions
🇵🇠Manila, Philippines
Certifications
June 2021
Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF)
Member - Credential ID 137161
June 2021
Mobile User Experience
Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF)
August 2021
Accessibility: How to Design For All
Interaction Design Foundation (IxDF)
Master Classes, IxDF
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Going from UX to Service Design
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21st Century Design with Don Norman
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How to Design Experiences for AI
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How (and When) to Run a Design Sprint
Education
March 2005
System Technology Institute
Diploma in Multimedia Arts, Manila Philippines
April 2017
RMIT University
IELTS General Training, Melbourne, Australia
CEFR Level: B2
Interests
During my leisure time, I like to stay active and engage in sports activities like tennis, badminton, and lap swimming, as well as hitting the gym. I also have a passion for handcrafting and enjoy working with various materials, whether it's making jewelry, pottery, drawing, or painting. Additionally, I have a talent for cooking and can whip up some delicious Filipino dishes. 🔥💪