Esteban Vega Cortés
Burlington,Canada
Summary
Creative and results-driven UX/UI Designer with over 5 years of experience delivering intuitive, user-centered digital products across health, fintech, e-learning, and e-commerce sectors in both Latin America and Canada. Strong background in UX research, wireframing, prototyping, visual design, and accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1). Skilled in collaborative environments using Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) and cross-functional teamwork. Proficient in leading industry tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Axure RP, Framer, Webflow, Notion, and video production software including Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. Solid foundation in front-end development (HTML/CSS) and responsive web design. Currently researching and experimenting with AI-driven UX/UI tools and emerging design technologies to stay at the forefront of digital innovation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
UX/UI DESIGNER
BlueAnt Digital Agency
Toronto, Canada
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Led the redesign of a national e-learning platform, increasing user retention by 45% and reducing bounce rates by 30%.
- Created user journeys, interactive prototypes, and design systems using Figma, Framer, and Sketch.
- Conducted usability testing and journey mapping using tools like Maze, Hotjar, and Lookback.
- Collaborated closely with front-end developers (React) to implement accessible and responsive UI components aligned with WCAG 2.1.
- Produced instructional videos and onboarding assets using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
- Managed design workflows with Jira, Notion, and Slack for team documentation and task tracking.
UX/UI DESIGNER
Globant
Bogotá, Colombia
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Designed digital experiences for banking and healthcare applications with a focus on usability and user empowerment.
- Conducted user interviews, card sorting, surveys, and heuristic evaluations to inform design decisions.
- Built scalable design systems and reusable components using Figma and Storybook.
- Worked in Agile sprints with product owners and developers using Zeplin, Jira, and Confluence.
- Conducted A/B testing and collaborated in workshops using Miro and FigJam.
MARKETING DESIGNER – CO-OP PLACEMENT
Tanishi Digital Group
Toronto, Canada
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Created visual content for digital campaigns, including social media banners, motion graphics, and promotional videos.
- Designed assets using Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Premiere Pro for cross-platform marketing.
- Supported the UX team by aligning marketing visuals with user journey insights.
UX/UI & WEB DESIGN INSTRUCTOR
Escuela de Artes y Letras
Bogotá, Colombia
05.2013 - 12.2015
- Trained over 150 students in UX/UI design principles, responsive web design, accessibility, and front-end fundamentals.
- Mentored students in real-world digital projects using Adobe XD, Figma, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Developed teaching content and virtual resources, integrating interactive learning platforms.
- Introduced best practices in information architecture, design thinking, and user-centered methodologies.
Education
Diploma in Business Management -
Humber College
Toronto, ON01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Multimedia Engineering
Nueva Granada Military University
Bogotá, Colombia01.2012
Skills
- Figma
- Adobe XD
- Sketch
- Framer
- Webflow
- Maze
- InVision
- Axure RP
- Marvel
- UsabilityHub
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- After Effects
- Lottie
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Canva
- Jira
- Notion
- Slack
- Confluence
- Trello
- HTML5
- CSS3
- JavaScript
- WCAG 21
- ARIA Roles
- Inclusive design
- Uizard
- Galileo AI
- Midjourney
- ChatGPT
- Runway
Personal Information
Title: UX/UI Designer | Digital Experience Strategist
References
Available upon request
Languages
Native, Advanced (C1 – Fluent in professional environments)
Tools Technical Skills
Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Framer, Webflow, Maze, InVision, Axure RP, Marvel, UsabilityHub, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lottie, Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva, Jira, Notion, Slack, Confluence, Trello, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (basic), WCAG 2.1, ARIA Roles, inclusive design, Uizard, Galileo AI, Midjourney, ChatGPT, Runway
Ongoing Learning Research Focus
- Exploring AI-powered design workflows using tools like Uizard, Galileo AI, Midjourney, Runway ML, and ChatGPT.
- Studying ethical design, behavior prediction, conversational UX, and automated prototyping.
- Experimenting with UX Motion Design, microinteractions, and AI-enhanced user journey mapping.
Timeline
UX/UI DESIGNER
BlueAnt Digital Agency
02.2024 - 06.2025
MARKETING DESIGNER – CO-OP PLACEMENT
Tanishi Digital Group
04.2021 - 07.2021
UX/UI DESIGNER
Globant
07.2020 - 12.2021
UX/UI & WEB DESIGN INSTRUCTOR
Escuela de Artes y Letras
05.2013 - 12.2015
Diploma in Business Management -
Humber College
Bachelor of Science - Multimedia Engineering
Nueva Granada Military University
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