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Matt W.

Wellington, New Zealand

$45/hr
4.7
13 jobs

I’m a User Researcher and UX Designer specialising in behavioural research, usability testing, and evidence-based product design. I uncover how people actually think, decide, and interact with digital products - then translate these insights into clear, code-ready UX design that development teams can implement immediately. My research work focuses on: • User interviews, behavioural analysis, and observational studies • Usability testing (moderated/unmoderated) • UX audits and heuristic evaluations • Journey mapping, decision mapping, and task analysis • Discovery research to validate product ideas and reduce assumptions Once the data is clear, I convert findings into: • Information architecture & user flows • Wireframes & low-fi prototypes • Actionable UX recommendations • Developer-ready documentation that speeds up delivery and reduces rework My approach is practical, structured, and deeply research-led. I’ve worked remotely for many years with agencies, startups, and community organisations - leading end-to-end research cycles, communicating insights to stakeholders, and shaping product direction with clarity and confidence. If you need a researcher who can drive product decisions, validate ideas, and deliver UX design aligned with real user behaviour, I’d be happy to support your project. Drop me a line and we can chat.

  • User Interface Design
  • UX Wireframe
  • User Experience Design
  • User Experience Strategy
  • UX & UI
  • UX Research
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • User Experience
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Customer Experience
  • Strategic Planning
  • UserTesting
  • User Stories
  • User Profile Creation
  • Persona Development
Julieta M.

Auckland, New Zealand

$27/hr
4.9
2 jobs

I help startups and agencies turn complex ideas into simple, engaging user experiences. With 2+ years in UX/UI design and a strong background in marketing, I specialize in creating digital products that don't just look good—they perform. Tools I use: Figma, WordPress, Wix Skills: UX strategy, UI design, prototyping, design systems, responsive design 🔹 Recent success: Helped a Gastronomic company reduce bounce rate by 40% after a full UX redesign. 🔹 Passionate about: Clean interfaces, conversion-focused design, and client collaboration. Let’s build something exceptional. My portfolio: behance.net/julietamier

  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • UX & UI
  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • UIKit
  • Web Design
  • App Design
  • Prototyping
  • Figma
  • Brand Strategy
  • Landing Page
  • Website
  • Wix
  • Copywriting
Lina K.

Auckland, New Zealand

$40/hr
4.8
43 jobs

Most B2B products don’t fail because of bad features, they fail because users get lost in complex, cluttered interfaces. I design clean, intuitive, conversion - focused interfaces for SaaS platforms, Dashboards, Fintech products, and internal business tools. My focus is on simplifying complex workflows, improving usability, and turning overloaded systems into clear, efficient products that people actually use. I help teams reduce friction in user flows, structure messy interfaces, and improve product clarity to drive higher engagement, efficiency, and revenue. With a background in banking and business operations, I understand data - heavy systems, user behavior, and real business logic, not just visual design. I’ve also worked with international clients on Upwork, combining strong UI design with practical product thinking. I’ve contributed to visual and digital design projects connected to Netflix (Stranger Things) and Star Wars. My work focuses on scalable, user - centered SaaS and fintech products where design decisions are aligned with business goals.

  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Product Design
  • UX & UI
  • SaaS
  • Dashboard
  • FinTech
  • Finance
Denise R.

Wellington, New Zealand

$50/hr
5.0
6 jobs

I'm an experienced UI designer who has been contracting across local governments for the past couple of years. Recently, I've started exhibiting and selling my 3D illustrations and creating 3D models for game production. I think I've designed every interface imaginable, but I'm enjoying UI for gameplay immensely. I have various services, which leverage my experience and artistic talent: 📟UI & UX Interface design (Figma, Adobe XD,) 🎮UI design for user gameplay (Figma, Adobe XD, UE5) 🛍️3d rendered product placement (Blender). Products can be anything from perfume to furniture. 🎞️Animated product placement on a turntable or rotating/zooming camera (Blender) 🏡 3d models of interiors or exteriors.

  • UI/UX Prototyping
  • UI Graphics
  • Game Asset
  • 3D Model
  • 3D Mockup
  • 3D Walkthrough Animation
Callum R.

Christchurch, New Zealand

$50/hr
4.9
11 jobs

🚀 UX/UI Designer with Extensive Experience. I have years of experience as a UX/UI designer, working across multiple agencies. This has allowed me to hone my skills and deliver designs that are both functional and visually compelling. ✨ I specialize in designing mobile apps, e-commerce stores, SaaS products, scalable design systems, and bringing wireframes to life with engaging UI. 🤝 Expect close collaboration at every stage of the design journey—you know your product and vision best, and I'll bring it to life. How I Can Help You: ✅ High-converting e-commerce websites – Not just selling products, but crafting memorable user experiences. 🎨 Visually stunning interfaces for your online store. 📏 Scalable design systems – WCAG-compliant, flexible, and built to work across all scenarios. 📱 Interactive prototypes – Not just in Figma! Test your product on your own device for pitches and user feedback. 🔍 UX reviews & optimization – Let's refine your current product to maximize usability and engagement. Areas of Expertise: 🎯 UX/UI Design 🛍️ E-commerce store design 🧪 Prototype testing 🔗 SaaS design 📐 Design systems 📝 Wireframing 📱 Mobile app design 📢 Marketing landing pages Tools I Use: 🎨 Figma 🌐 Webflow 🎭 Create With Play I look forward to collaborating with you ✌️.

  • User Interface Design
  • UX & UI
  • Webflow
  • Figma
  • Ecommerce Website Development
  • User Experience
  • Web UI
  • Ecommerce Website
  • Web Application
  • Product Development

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