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  • $75 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (9 jobs)
    ** portfolio: heyitsgabby.com ** Hi! I'm a Webflow Developer and Google Certified UX Designer. UX + UI Skills: ✅ Creating wireframes and prototypes on paper and digitally ✅ Developing mockups using visual design elements and principles ✅ Developing high-fidelity interactive prototypes ✅ Empathizing with users by creating empathy maps, personas, user stories, and user journey maps ✅ Ideating design solutions ✅ Designing in Figma ✅ Considering accessibility in the design process Web Development Skills: ✅ Using Webflow to bring designs to life ✅ Implementing Finsweet attributes in Webflow (including GDPR cookie consent) ✅ Using Relume components in Webflow to build scalable and responsive websites ✅ Implementing CMS collections in Webflow ✅ Advanced Webflow Integrations To view my portfolio, please visit heyitsgabby.com
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Responsive Design
    Mobile UI Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Custom Web Design
    Wireframing
    User Experience Design
    Webflow
    Miro
    Design Theory
    Design & Usability Research
    Interaction Design
    App Design
    Web Design
    Web Development
    Adobe XD
    Product Design
    Figma
  • $100 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    I build empowering communities through community-centered projects. These create tailor-made solutions through a structured, creative, dynamic, and democratic workflow that meaningfully incorporates the projects' community/ies.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Community Relations
    Branding
    Public Policy
    Management Skills
    Policy Development
    Community Development
    Program Curriculum
    Politics
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Leadership Skills
    Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • $40 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (8 jobs)
    I'm a UX Designer, passionate about exploring new ideas and enjoy creative thinking that brings a meaningful experience for people of all abilities. My curiosity and the drive to ask "why" allows me to dig deeper into problems and create solutions with empathy. With a background in Computer Science engineering and experience working as a QA tester, I have developed the ability to ask questions, examine and expand use cases, as well as understand the software's possible uses. Love making meaningful connections and always up to discuss design ideas!
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Prototyping
    Detailed Design
    Usability Testing
    UX Research
    Problem Solving
    UX & UI
    Miro
    Figma
    Wireframing
    User Experience Design
    Communications
    Mobile App Design
    User Experience
    Web Design
  • $60 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    California-based Non-Profit Consultant. Master of Social Work. Systems Designer, Grant Writer & Data Storyteller. Trained in Program Development, Implementation, & Evaluation. Is your organization struggling to keep up with upcoming grant deadlines? 📅 Do you find it difficult to gather all the information you need to create a cohesive program plan and proposal? 📑 Are you bogged down in repetitive tasks that seem to never get easier? ⏱ Whether its writing your next application or creating a clear system to set your organization up for success - I can help. 👋🏻 SERVICES OVERVIEW ☑️ Grant Writing | Foundation Grants, Government Grants, RFP's ☑️ Program Strategy & Design | Logic Model Creation, Theory of Change, Program Plan, Value Proposition ☑️ Systems & Process Creation | Project Management, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures ☑️ Program Evaluation | Evaluation Planning, Strategic Planning, Data Collection, Reporting
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Microsoft Excel
    Data Entry
    Qualitative Research
    Strategic Plan
    Process Design
    Program Evaluation
    Asana
    Editing & Proofreading
    Program Grant
    Education
    Grant Writing
  • $155 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (101 jobs)
    ✔ 24+ years of professional UX experience, and Corporate Management experience ✔ 7+ years of experience with Location Intelligence / Spatial Intelligence / Mapping & User Experience ✔ Lead UX efforts on projects for Fortune 50 companies, U.S. Federal agencies, and with budgets of over $12 million ✔ Principal Consultant / User Experience (UX) Strategist / Product Designer at Garofalo UX ✔ Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) ✔ Key UX consulting clients have included: Microsoft, Nissan, Indeed, Fastly, Esri, Frazer Ambulances, SecureAuth, several small businesses, and many tech startup companies ✔ Masters of Science degree in Computer Graphics Technology, for Ethnography (qualitative, usability research) Including but not limited to: ✔ Audits of your existing product to assess areas of improvement ✔ Product design (MVP, user stories, user flows, journey mapping, empathy mapping) ✔ Wireframing (from sketches to high fidelity mockups) ✔ Usability research & Accessibility analysis ✔ Rapid-Prototyping (Figma, Adobe XD, HTML/CSS/Javascript) Hello, I'm a San Diego, California USA based Principal User Experience Strategist and Creative Problem-Solver helping organizations create engaging and innovative experiences. I have worked in the web and interactive industry since 1999, and I have a Masters of Science degree from Purdue University in Computer Graphics Technology, for conducting an ethnographic (usability) research study for multi-user collaboration multi-touch devices.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Scrum
    User Experience
    Enterprise Software
    Information Design
    User Experience Strategy
    UX Research
    Usability Testing
    Information Architecture
    Journey Mapping
    Wireframing
    Heuristic Evaluation
    Product Design
    Interaction Design
    User Experience Design
  • $45 hourly
    • 3.7/5
    • (26 jobs)
    Architect licensed in CA & TX and insured with current Professional Liability (E&O) Insurance. 31 years of experience across the AEC industry with a technical focus on structures and construction. Detailing is a forte. Broad experience in design and construction of high-rise commercial new construction, renovations, additions, and high-end custom residential in Southern California, including hillside. Thorough knowledge of IBC and accompanying ICC codes, constructions methods and current products. 13 years’ experience BIM modeling and documentation done 100% in Revit with from small one day projects to a 37,000m² class A office tower. Knowledge of construction is essential in building modeling and have spent a third of my career in the field. Additional professional services: Planning and Design, Construction Administration, ROM Estimating, Construction Defects and Forensics. 3D Lidar Scanning for as-built drawings. Can host work on BIM 360.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    DesignBuilder
    Architecture Consultation
    BIM Consultation
    Architectural Design
    Autodesk BIM 360
    Design & Usability Research
    Architecture & Interior Design
    Construction Document Preparation
    BIM Quantity Takeoff
    Architecture
    Drafting
    Floor Plan Design
    Architectural Drawing
    Building Information Modeling
    Autodesk Revit
  • $65 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m a UX researcher with 6+ years of experience in human subjects research, usability testing, and data-driven insights. I specialize in AR/VR, healthcare, and game design, using mixed-methods research to improve user experiences. At Blink UX, I conducted usability studies for wearable devices, translating findings into actionable product improvements. I also led the end-to-end development of The Tab: The Card Game, using playtesting and iterative design to optimize engagement. With a background in clinical research, a UX/UI Design Certificate from the University of Minnesota, and an undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, I bring strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills to every project.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    User Experience
    Web Design
    UX Research
    UX & UI
  • $31 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Aloha! I’m Sean, a visual communicator living in San Diego. I'm skilled in UX/UI, graphic design, and illustration. With a global perspective and a passion for the design process, I thrive on empathetic design, collaboration, and iteration in every project. I would love to see how I can help you achieve your goals: please shoot me a message!
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Journey Mapping
    Responsive Design
    Usability Testing
    User Interface Design
    User Flow
    Visual Art
    SEO Content
    User Experience Strategy
    Wireframe & Prototyping Software
    Web Application Development
    Information Architecture
    Graphic Design
    User Experience
    UX & UI
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Hello, I'm Micki, a full-service UI/UX Designer and Web Solutions Specialist. I specialize in designing user-centric digital experiences that connect people and ideas, seamlessly integrating psychology into every aspect of my design process. With extensive experience collaborating cross-functionally with global teams, I’ve had the opportunity to work with early-stage startups and boutique companies, providing end-to-end design solutions—from UX research and branding to UI design and web development. Whether you're looking for a complete brand overhaul, a new website, or thoughtful user interface improvements, I can take your project from concept to completion. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of San Francisco, along with specialized training in UX/UI design. My background allows me to create intuitive, meaningful designs that resonate with users on a deeper level. Now based in San Diego, California, I bring a balance of creativity and mindfulness to everything I do, both inside and outside of design. When I'm not working on digital solutions, you can find me painting murals or practicing yoga. I'm always open to new collaborations, and I'm here to help bring your next project to life. Tools: Figma, Webflow, Squarespace, Shopify, Notion, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Canva, Visual Studio Code, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Skills: User Experience (UX) Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, Responsibe Web Design, User Research, Usability Testing, Information Architecture, Design Systems & Style Guides, Cross-Functional Collaboration, HTML/CSS, Web Development. Keywords: UX/UI Design, Figma, User-Centered Design (UCD), Prototyping, Accessibility, Web Solutions, Responsive Design, Branding & Identity, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Shopify, Squarespace, Webflow.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Design Mockup
    High Fidelity Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    User Experience Design
    User Flow
    Branding
    Personal Branding
    UX Wireframe
    Drawing
    Web UI
    User Interface Design
    User Experience
    UI Graphics
    UX & UI
  • $110 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Kyle Richard Kay is a seasoned management consultant with 10 years of experience, currently specializing in Mergers & Acquisitions and Strategic Advisory. With a strong background in corporate integration and operational efficiency, Kyle blends deep analytical expertise with hands-on experience in market expansion, stakeholder alignment, and post-merger integration to deliver measurable value to his clients. With an International MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Kyle has cultivated a global, data-driven approach to solving complex business challenges. His background includes comprehensive due diligence, leading go-to-market strategies, designing valuation models, and implementing frameworks that drive long-term growth and innovation. His ability to analyze market trends and craft actionable business strategies has made him a trusted advisor for companies operating in high-stakes, fast-evolving industries. In addition to his corporate consulting expertise, Kyle has been actively involved in the space economy, advocating for space exploration and co-founding The Mars Society Thunderbird Student Chapter. Kyle is committed to helping space-focused organizations optimize operational structures and leverage emerging technologies to gain a competitive edge.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Market Analysis
    Market Trends
    Marketing Strategy
    Process Improvement
    Operational Planning
    User Behavior Analytics
    Behavioral Design
    Market Research
    Analytics
    Project Management
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Strategic Planning
    Business Strategy
    Management Consulting
  • $90 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    As a Motion Designer, I prioritize the user by surfacing relevant information to deliver a clear message that inspires delight and elevates the brand: 1. Created a more efficient pathway accessed by 200M users after redesigning our product launch animation 2. Reduced a 10 screen process into a single animation story, subtracting 15 minutes per user 3. Celebrated 3.6M active users reaching their credit score goals as a result of engaging with our informative animations I thrive when I get to fix what is broken through cross-functional solutions. I used to do this with code, now I solve problems with motion. The best part of my day is telling the story that delights users.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Prototyping
    Front-End Development
    App Development
    App Design
    Design-to-Code
    Design Concept
    AI Development
    AI App Development
    2D Animation
    Motion Design
    Animation
    Product Design
  • $24 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m well versed in Revit, Sketchup, Autocad and Abobe Suites (Lightroom, Photoshop, inDesign), Canva
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    3D Rendering
    Space Planning
    Commercial Design
    Construction Management
    Interior Architecture
    Interior Design
  • $25 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi, I’m Daisy Banks. I’m a KDP book designer and publisher with a passion for creating high-quality, self-published books. After graduating high school at 15, I developed a strong work ethic, excelling in academics and community service. Top Skills & Experience: - Designing KDP-ready coloring books, activity books, and journals - Formatting and publishing books for Amazon KDP - Providing full publishing support, including optimization and upload assistance Interests: - Volunteering with local organizations - Exploring new design trends and techniques - Helping authors and creators bring their book ideas to life I’m dedicated to delivering quality work on time and helping authors make their publishing dreams a reality.
    Featured Skill Design Thinking
    Design Writing
    KDP Interior
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