Alexander Capolongo
Brantford,Ontario
Summary
I am a self-motivated and highly reliable university student in UXD at WLU Brantford. I am seeking an internship that will enable me to continue developing my excellent research, communication skills, as well as further enhance my proficiency in prototyping, wireframing, user testing, and information architecture.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice President of Operations
FYLP Athletic Health And Wellness
- Manage the budget to ensure that money is allocated appropriately for different activities
- Construct detailed minutes during executive and general meetings
- Document discussions, decisions, and action items arising from meetings
- Collaborate with other program leaders and team members to plan and organize athletic and wellness-related activities for first-year students
- Ensure that events align with the program's goals and objectives
- Collaborate with other program executives and team members to ensure cohesive planning and execution of events
- Foster a positive and collaborative team environment
- Collect feedback from participants and team members after events
- Use feedback to evaluate the success of activities and identify areas for improvement
Healthy Lifestyles General Member
Wilfrid Laurier University Student Union
- Work collaboratively with other General Members, leaders, and coordinators to contribute to the success of the program
- Assist in the planning and execution of health-related events, workshops, and initiatives
- Contribute ideas and support logistics to ensure the success of these activities
- Participate in the evaluation process to assess the impact and effectiveness of different health-related programs and activities
Website/User Interface Designer
Filmar Manufacturing Ltd
- Developed the visual aspects of the company user interface, including layout, color schemes, and visual elements
- Organized and structured content within digital interfaces to enhance findability and usability
- Conducting usability tests to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of a product's user interface
- Crafting clear and concise content for user interfaces
- Ensures that the language used in the product aligns with the brand and enhances the overall user experience
Sales Associate/Cashier
Winners/HomeSense (Vaughan Mills)
- Greeting customers in a friendly manner; be knowledgeable to answer questions regarding merchandise items, prices and brands and provide information on promotions, TJX Canada policies and procedures, events and store locations
- Processing of daily shipments, organization and set-up of the warehouse area; ensuring all merchandise is received, processed and merchandise presentation standards are maintained
- Demonstrating a high degree of customer service while processing all refunds, exchanges and purchases in accordance with company guidelines
- Assisting with Fitting Room duties including ensuring counter area is clean, organized and has the proper supplies in place and assisting customer inquiries
- Accurately and with a high degree of customer service completed transactions on the cash register
- Remained aware and preventative of fraud and product loss
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self-Employed
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Connected with clients to present designs and collect information for adjustments.
- Used Photoshop and Cinema 4D to create images and layouts.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
Education
B Des: User Experience Design -
Wilfrid Laurier University
12.2023
St Jean de Brebeuf
06.2023
Skills
- Demonstrates creativity and adaptability to navigate evolving design landscapes
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Skilled in prototyping and wireframing to visualize and communicate design concepts
- Experience in conducting user research to inform design decisions and enhance user satisfaction
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting data and metrics related to user behavior and engagement
- Knowledge of accessibility standards (AODA) and guidelines to create inclusive and user-friendly designs
- Understanding of UX best practices and design principles to create intuitive and aesthetically pleasing interfaces
- Familiar with agile and iterative design processes, allowing for flexibility and continuous improvement
- Proficiency in industry-standard design software such as Adobe XD, Sketch, or Figma
- Experience in conducting usability testing sessions and synthesizing feedback for design refinement
Websites
Certification
- Lead @ Laurier
- Basic CPR, AED, and First Aid 2024
- Umpire Level 1 Certificate (Vaughan Vikings Baseball)
- Secondary School Business Certificate
References
Available upon request
Languages
French
Limited Working
Italian
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
Scotiabank UXD Scholarship
- Granted to candidates who present the highest overall admissions average at the beginning of the academic year. Five scholarships granted annually at a value of $5000 each
Laurier Scholars Award
- Prestigious annual entrance scholarship of $40,000 awarded to seven students per year.
Timeline
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self-Employed
01.2021 - 09.2022
Vice President of Operations
FYLP Athletic Health And Wellness
Healthy Lifestyles General Member
Wilfrid Laurier University Student Union
Website/User Interface Designer
Filmar Manufacturing Ltd
Sales Associate/Cashier
Winners/HomeSense (Vaughan Mills)
B Des: User Experience Design -
Wilfrid Laurier University
St Jean de Brebeuf
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