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  • $150 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (14 jobs)
    Hey there! 👋🏼 I’m Megan and I'm here to bring your vision to life. As battle tested product manager at pre-seed, pre-revenue start ups, I know what it’s like to build a product from zero to 1 with minimal resources. As a founding leader of early stage start ups, I also know the risks of hiring full-time team members before you’re ready. That’s why I’m here. ✨ What I can do for you ✨ Research and discovery: Let’s discover the most relevant problems and the largest opportunities. ⤐ User research and interviews ⤐ Market research and competitive analysis ⤐ Company vision and priorities alignment Strategy and vision planning: Time to paint a picture of where you currently are and where you want to go. ⤐ Product strategy and roadmapping ⤐ Prioritization alignment Documentation and requirements scoping: Time to draw up product blueprints. ⤐ Product briefs and solution proposals ⤐ User stories writing and prioritization ⤐ Customer journey mapping ⤐ Wireframes and mock ups ⤐ Usability testing and validation ⤐ High fidelity mock ups and clickable prototypes ⤐ Acceptance criteria / requirements documentation Quality assurance: Let’s click all the buttons and make sure acceptance criteria is met. ⤐ Testing the different workflows and oftentimes breaking things before users do ⤐ Creating a list of revisions and edits prior to launch ⤐ Evaluate and prioritize what is launch critical Product operations: Implement small processes to make the system run smoother. ⤐ Go to market release planning ⤐ Product performance monitoring ⤐ Implement customer feedback loops ⤐ Software selection for ticket writing, documentation, design, etc. Software preferences for early stage start ups: 💻 Product design ⤐ Figma Product management / sprint management ⤐ Linear Research documentation ⤐ Notion Strategy and roadmap documentation ⤐ Notion Product Analytics ⤐ Mixpanel or Pendo
    Featured Skill User Research
    User Stories
    SaaS Development
    Atlassian Confluence
    Product Roadmap
    Product Documentation
    UX & UI
    Strategic Planning
    Agile Project Management
    User Experience
    Product Management
    UX Research
    Business Operations
    Product Discovery
    Product Development Life Cycle
    Business Analysis
  • $33 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am currently a software engineer intern with UNOPS because I want to code for the good side, and to learn from a top global organization operating in the most challenging regions. My greatest strengths: I have experience working with older systems(.Net7, AngularJS) and integrating new technologies into them(Svelte). I am a very fast learner. I can learn things quickly and come up with a solution fast.
    Featured Skill User Research
    UI Graphics
    Model View ViewModel
    Unity
    Java
    Python
    Svelte
    Domain-Driven Design
    UX Research
    DevOps
    STL
    C#
    Lua
    TypeScript
    SQL
  • $45 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Experienced Learning and Development Specialist with Expertise in Product Management, UX Research, and Writing Greetings! I am a passionate Learning and Development Specialist with a strong background in education, EdTech program management, curriculum/training development, and a diverse skill set in product management, UX research, and writing. With 13 years of experience spanning both TK-5 and higher education, both working in schools as well as in EdTech SaaS startups, and a degree in journalism, I have developed a unique approach to learning and development. I am also a classically trained musician who sings in a symphony chorus. Professional Expertise: Learning and Development: I specialize in crafting tailored learning programs, conducting training sessions, and providing individual coaching to educators and administrators. My approach is deeply rooted in data-driven strategies and innovative teaching methodologies. Product Management: With a solid foundation in product management, I have successfully supported EdTech product from concept to launch. I excel in design reviews, user research, and feature validation, ensuring seamless user experiences and impactful educational outcomes. UX Research: My expertise in UX research allows me to support the creation of intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for educational platforms, enhancing engagement and usability for both educators and students. Writing: As a skilled writer, I have contributed to internal publications, written and designed engaging training materials, and crafted compelling content for educational resources, showcasing complex ideas in an accessible manner. Professional Journey: Scholastic (Current Position): Developed comprehensive literacy plans, conducted product training, and led professional development sessions for 18 schools in California. Implemented UX-driven improvements to educational materials, enhancing user experiences. Learning Ovations: Managed literacy plans and provided customized professional development sessions for educators, focusing on data-driven teaching approaches. Applied product management skills to enhance EdTech solutions. Learning Genie Inc: Led teams in Sales, Account Management, and Product departments, ensuring seamless integration of UX principles into EdTech products. Authored engaging content and training materials, bridging the gap between complex technology and end-users. Teaching: I have a rich background in education, including roles as a TK teacher, 2nd grade teacher, 5th grade teacher, ELD Specialist, and in higher education as an adjunct instructor and university mentor. In these roles, I developed innovative curriculum, led small-group instruction, and differentiated teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs. Educational Background: Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and Teaching from the University of California, Irvine, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Literary Journalism with a Minor in Education. Why Choose Me? I am passionate about educational innovation, combining my expertise in product management, UX design, and writing to create impactful learning experiences. My collaborative approach, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence make me the ideal partner for your learning and development projects. Let's Transform Learning Together! I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate on projects that transform education. Whether it's crafting engaging content, designing intuitive user interfaces, or developing comprehensive learning programs, I am dedicated to delivering exceptional results. Let’s connect and explore how I can contribute to your educational initiatives! Best regards, Heather
    Featured Skill User Research
    QA Testing
    UX Research
    Adult Education
    User Experience
    Educational Technology
    Podcast
    Music & Art Performance
    Writing
    Teaching
    Training Design
    Product Management
    SaaS
    Account Management
    Project Management
    Training
  • $125 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (43 jobs)
    I'm a Senior UX/UI Designer with 16 years of experience. 🏆 Top-Rated Plus, Expert-Vetted & Top 0.3% of UX/UI Designers on UpWork. ⭐️ Happy Clients: Forbes, Intel, Uber, P&G, AirCanada, State Farm, Humana, and others 👉🏼 Capabilities Deck: bit.ly/hello-george 🚀 I'm best at designing: • Beautiful websites • Stunning landing pages that convert • Mobile Apps (iOS/Android) & Web Apps loved by millions • Complex Enterprise Software 💼 I work with Startups and Enterprise clients I specialize in designing outstanding iOS/Android Apps, Web Apps, and Websites that are user-friendly, visually captivating, and excel in conversion optimization. By delivering impactful UX/UI Design experiences, I cater to ambitious companies in the AI, Airline, Finance, Technology, and Innovative Solution sectors, ensuring their digital presence stands out in a competitive landscape. Building on my extensive background as a Senior UX/UI Designer, my approach is deeply rooted in a human-centered design process. This philosophy is central to creating simple, intuitive user experiences, developing websites, and landing pages that not only attract but also retain users through high conversion rates. My commitment to incremental improvements is aimed at optimizing results, ensuring that each project surpasses client expectations. Leveraging my 16 years of experience, I bring a unique blend of creativity, strategy, and technical expertise to every project. Whether working with startups or established enterprise clients, my goal is to deliver digital solutions that are not just visually appealing but are also engineered to drive business success. My portfolio showcases a range of projects, from UX/UI Design of mobile apps that have reached millions to complex enterprise software, all designed to provide seamless user experiences and elevate your brand in the digital space.
    Featured Skill User Research
    Web Application
    Web & Mobile Design Consultation
    Concept Design
    UX & UI Design
    Design & Usability Research
    Web Design
    UX Research
    Figma
    User Experience Design
    Mobile UI Design
    User Interface Design
  • $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 User Research
    Scrum
    User Experience
    Enterprise Software
    Design Thinking
    Information Design
    User Experience Strategy
    UX Research
    Usability Testing
    Information Architecture
    Journey Mapping
    Wireframing
    Heuristic Evaluation
    Product Design
    Interaction Design
    User Experience Design
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (15 jobs)
    Hello! I'm Kasey Ostronic, a marketing and user experience specialist with a range of capabilities to help your business or brand. Specialities: • App & Web Design (user flows, wireframes, Figma screens, development collaboration) • User Research (market research, testing, surveys, user interviews) • Social Media Content (copywriting, graphics, scheduling, performance management) • Digital Advertising (search, social & display ads) • Customer Service (customer outreach & engagement) • Project Management (budgeting, reporting, organization) Highlighted Past Projects: • App Design - fashion mobile app, recruiting mobile app, productivity web app, healthcare web app • Website Design - biotech website redesign, lash artist website, photography website, nonprofit website • Social Media Content - events/conferences, e-commerce, nonprofits • Digital Advertising - shoe retailer, home decor retailer, youth mentorship program Skills: Tools - Figma, Adobe Suite, Jira, Trello, Social - Facebook/Meta, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok Advertising - AdWords. Facebook Ads Manager
    Featured Skill User Research
    Research Methods
    Jira
    Agile Software Development
    Data Entry
    Product Design
    Web Design
    UX & UI
    UX Research
    User Interface Design
    User Experience Design
    Mobile App Design
    UX Writing
    Usability Testing
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Prototyping
  • $85 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m a results-driven entrepreneur with a proven track record of building six-figure brands in e-commerce, beauty, and digital marketing. As a leading market creator, I set trends that others follow—my work has been replicated across Etsy by countless shops. 🌟 What I Do Best: ✅ Built & scaled multiple successful Etsy shops with high-converting digital products ✅ Designed product labels & packaging featured in CVS, Target, and Walmart ✅ Coached lash artists & PMU professionals from 5-figure to 6-figure businesses ✅ Graphic design coach—helped others launch successful Etsy shops & design businesses ✅ Expert in branding, social media growth, sales funnels, and monetization strategies I combine strategic business expertise with creative innovation, helping brands stand out and scale fast. Whether you're looking to grow your online business, optimize sales, or elevate your branding, I know what works—and I deliver results. 🚀 Let’s build something great together.
    Featured Skill User Research
    UX Research
    UX Wireframe
    Podcast Cover Design
    Virtual Assistance
    Design Mockup
    UGC
    Sales Coaching
    Social Media Graphic
    Etsy
    Flyer Design
    Graphic Design
    Product Label
    UX & UI Design
    Brand Development
    Branding & Marketing
  • $35 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Experience in Java & JavaScript Discord Server/Mee6 Brand development SEO optimization Website management & design Mobile app development Multitasking and organization Content strategy Project management Google AdWords Social content planning & scheduling Adobe creative suite Entry level Web and Graphic Designer who has a lifelong learner mentality and a need for continuous improvement. Outside the box thinker and problem solver with excellent collaboration and organizational skills. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements, design improvements and implementing effective solutions. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
    Featured Skill User Research
    Responsive Design
    Canva
    Figma
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Graphic Design
    Logo Design
    Branding
    Website Redesign
    UX Wireframe
    UX Research
    JavaScript
    PHP
    CSS 3
    HTML5
    Beta Testing
  • $65 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    UX/UI Researcher with a keen interest in innovation and creative problem-solving. Skilled in conducting research to comprehend and convey user experiences and requirements through methods like empathy studies, journey mapping, diary studies, and usability testing. Proficient in leading research throughout product development, handling multiple projects and clients concurrently. Utilize storytelling abilities to present insights in diverse formats, empowering design and product teams to craft user-friendly and inventive solutions.
    Featured Skill User Research
    Market Research
    Project Management
    Research Methods
    UX Research
    Qualitative Research
  • $20 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    UX Designer with a strong background in finance, technology, and banking. A key player in Agile product development environments working closely with Business Analysts, Technologists, and Product Managers. Skillfully generate data-driven insights and target areas for optimization, positively impacting operational efficiencies, revenue-generating streams, and new forms and customer engagement. Excellent client service skills with the ability to empathize with clients while still being able to meet the end result.
    Featured Skill User Research
    Persona Development
    Project Management
    Lucidchart
    Usability Testing
    User Interface Design
    User Experience Design
    Competitive Analysis
    User Flow
    UX Research
    Balsamiq
    Adobe XD
    Wireframing
    Figma
    Prototyping
    Mockup
  • $5 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hello! I'm Rency, an aspiring UX/UI designer who is passionate about making ideas blossom into impactful products that promote the growth of new and existing communities. Notable Skills: -User Experience -User Interface Design -User Research -Visual Design -Design Systems -Usability Testing -Prototyping -Figma
    Featured Skill User Research
    Iterative Development
    Figma to Webflow Plugin
    Figma
    Mobile App Design
    Product Design
    UX Research
    UX & UI Design
  • $200 hourly

    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Curious, empathetic, resourceful, multi-passionate, design leader with expertise in research, product management, storytelling and a passion for authenticity and details. A quote that inspires me: "Design is a force for good. In an increasingly technological world, designing products with real people in mind helps us make sure that technology integrates in our lives in a human way. It's a voice of reason, arguing that products and technology can support and even enrich our fundamental humanity."
    Featured Skill User Research
    Product Backlog
    Smartphone
    Beta Testing
    Alpha Testing
    Software QA
    Quality Assurance
    UX Wireframe
    UX Research
    UX Copy
    UX & UI
    UX & UI Design
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