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Parisa Ardakanian

Toronto,ON

Summary

Passionate graduate from the University of Toronto School of Continuing Education's UX/UI design bootcamp, driven by a desire to blend creativity with functionality in digital spaces. Proficient in the latest design tools and methodologies, with a focus on delivering user-centric solutions. Eager to leverage my skills and enthusiasm to contribute to innovative projects and make a positive impact on user experiences. Seeking an opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking team and continue my journey of growth in the UX/UI design field. Accomplished [Job Title] with front-end development experience supporting engagement with customers. Practiced expert in [Area of expertise] and frameworks. Passionate about implementing scalable solutions. Efficient problem solver with skills in teamwork and delivering projects on time. Possesses background in website design and testing. Executed strategies that drove website traffic from social media and search engines. Excellent communicator and team leader.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

UX/UI Designer Intern

Arivano Marketing Agency
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Experiential, interaction, and interface redesign of nonprofit with a user visibility increase of 18%
  • Initiated A/B testing which increased response-rate gains by 35% on landing pages
  • Increased page views by 24% with redesign
  • Delegated to a high priority client project in part, due to acknowledgement of strength in client communications and research techniques
  • Received Client praise for the use of empathy tools for potential users to achieve a more informed and human-centered design.

Luxury Consultant

Berani Jewellery
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Effectively communicated the mission of the brand
  • Provided personalized product recommendations and expert advice on fine jewelry and timepieces, leading to a significant increase in client retention and sales revenue
  • Consistently met and exceeded monthly sales targets, achieving an average sales conversion rate of 20%
  • Stayed up-to-date with the latest luxury trends, enhancing product knowledge and participate in regular training sessions to stay updated on the latest luxury trends
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service, leading to an increase in repeat business
  • Supported the sales team in meeting and exceeding monthly sales targets through effective client engagement and follow-up.

Education

Certificate in UX/UI Design -

School of Continuing Studies - University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
06.2024

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -

Fan-Pardazan Higher Education Institution
09.2019

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology Engineering -

Azad University of Mashhad
09.2019

Skills

  • HTML, CSS
  • User Research

    Visual design

    Usability Testing

    User Experience Testing

    Usability and Accessibility

    Responsive design

    Design thinking

    Solution prototypes

    Color theory

    HTML and CSS understanding

    Figma proficiency

    UX architecture

    Interaction design

    Wireframing

    User Interface (UI) design

    Wireframing and Prototype Design

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Persian
Native or Bilingual

Qualifications

Familiar with multiple UX methodologies (e.g., information architecture, heuristics, usability, interactive design, research, producing deliverables, prototyping, etc.), Strong ability to assess designs based on usability and UX best practices and communicate findings/recommendations to team members, Experience with responsive design standards for desktop, tablet and native mobile applications, Experience with Agile environments, Working knowledge of accessibility standards, WCAG, Familiar with the creation of user personas, user journeys and other design artifacts, Experience with modern design tools (E.g. Figma), Able to produce exemplary artifacts and reference materials to support design initiatives (e.g. wireframes, prototypes, mockups, etc.) and provide associated guidelines, Experience with usability testing software (E.g. UserTesting, Optimal Workshop) and methods to understand user behavior (Moderated/unmoderated usability testing, A/B tests, card sorting, surveys, etc.)

Projects

Canada Border Service Agency Website Redesign Project, The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is a federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing customs and immigration laws at Canada's borders, as well as facilitating the flow of legitimate travel and trade. The aim of redesigning the Canada Border Services Agency website is to enhance user experience, improve accessibility, and streamline access to information and services related to border security, immigration, and customs regulations., User Interviews, User Research (Interviews + Surveys) & Analysis, Persona Creation, User Experience Design (UI/UX), Interaction Design, Prototyping, In-Person User Testing, Figma, Balsamiq Niagara Grape and Wine Festival Web Redesign, Niagara Grape and Wine Festival is an annual event highlighting the region's winemaking culture and local offerings . The aim of redesigning the Niagara Grape and Wine Festival website is to create an immersive and user-friendly online platform that enhances engagement, promotes local businesses, and strengthens the festival's brand identity., User Experience Design (UI/UX), Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing Seen On Screen Mobile App Design, Seen on Screen is an innovative e-commerce platform designed to bridge the gap between the entertainment world and consumer shopping. To help shoppers easily find and purchase the items they see on TV shows and movies, we have developed the Seen On Screen app with intuitive image search functionality, high-quality images, partnerships with reliable sellers, personalized recommendations based on user preferences, and direct purchase links., User Experience Design (UI/UX), Iterative Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Project Management (Trello)

Timeline

UX/UI Designer Intern

Arivano Marketing Agency
01.2024 - 06.2024

Luxury Consultant

Berani Jewellery
08.2022 - 12.2023

Certificate in UX/UI Design -

School of Continuing Studies - University of Toronto

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration -

Fan-Pardazan Higher Education Institution

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology Engineering -

Azad University of Mashhad
Parisa Ardakanian