Svitlana Katiukha
Nanaimo,Canada
Summary
UI/UX designer with 3 years of professional experience specializing in creating web and mobile designs with meticulous attention to detail and a distinct artistic flair. Proficient in wireframing, prototyping, and developing user interfaces for diverse platforms. Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver dynamic client-side web applications. Seeking an opportunity to contribute expertise in UI/UX design to innovative projects in the Canadian IT industry.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Web Designer Freelancer
Freelace
01.2023 - Current
- Created logos for a clothing store and custom graphic prints for apparel
- Developed a landing page for "Web Solution Technologies," a new web studio. Coordinated copywriting and designed images to craft website content. Designed highly engaging interactive user interfaces that complied with modern web standards
- Produced graphic banners for social media marketing for a podcasting blogger
UI/UX Designer
OSSystem
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Designed UI frameworks and mobile interfaces following industry standards such as Material Design, Material YOU, iOS Human Interface Guidelines, and Angular Material
- Enhanced user experience by designing intuitive and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile applications
- Collaborated with technical leads, front-end/back-end developers, QA engineers, and project managers to deliver dynamic web applications across various business domains
- Successfully managed four simultaneous projects, demonstrating strong multitasking abilities
- Developed wireframes and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas to stakeholders and team members
- Designed user flows, ensuring seamless transitions between different stages of the user journey
- Worked closely with marketing teams to align branding elements within the UI/UX design
- Redesigned legacy applications with modern aesthetics, significantly increasing user engagement metrics (the Woop app (Kazakhstan)
- Contributed to the redesign project for the government website of Tax Ukraine
- Notable achievements include the successful creation of the Pickup Sports (USA) mobile application
Web Designer Freelancer
Freelace
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Developed websites for travel agencies, real estate, and e-commerce, ensuring mobile responsiveness
- Enhanced functionality and appearance of website and repaired functionality issues
- Executed turnkey setups with Binotel connection, Google Analytics, and Facebook Pixel integration
- Produced logos, banners, creatives, and animations for social networks and websites
- Possessed a strong background in the travel industry and social media management
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and effective teamwork
Education
Certificate - Foundations of User Experience (UX)
Coursera/Google
Online11.2023
DesignCollege Certificate - UI/UX Design
Hillel IT School
Odesa, Ukraine03.2021
DesignCollege Certificate - Basic Design
Hillel IT School
Odesa, Ukraine09.2020
M.D. - Electronics And Telecommunications Engineer
State University of Information And Communication Technologies
Kyiv, Ukraine06.2011
Skills
- Design Tools:
- Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office
- Design Techniques:
- Wireframing, Prototyping, Animation, Graphic Design, Branding, Logo Design
- Project Management:
- Team Management, Organizational Skills, Conflict Resolution
- Soft Skills:
- Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Active Listening, Team Building
- Additional:
- Mobile Applications, Data Management, Problem Resolution, Friendly, Positive Attitude, Planning & Organizing
Timeline
Web Designer Freelancer
Freelace
01.2023 - Current
UI/UX Designer
OSSystem
11.2021 - 12.2022
Web Designer Freelancer
Freelace
05.2020 - 10.2021
Certificate - Foundations of User Experience (UX)
Coursera/Google
DesignCollege Certificate - UI/UX Design
Hillel IT School
DesignCollege Certificate - Basic Design
Hillel IT School
M.D. - Electronics And Telecommunications Engineer
State University of Information And Communication Technologies
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