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  • $40 hourly
    Hi, I am a passionate UX&UI designer who has 🌟 10+ years of experience. I am 🌟specialized in UX design: information architectures, wireframes, prototyping, while I am also good at visual interface design, and icon design. I love simple solutions and a clean design style. 🌟I have experiences with multiple industries: TV Mall, food delivery platform, movie app, tool apps,wechat applets, and interfaces of smart device. 🌟And I am familiar with: Sketch, Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, Principle. 🌟Most important, I could help you turny your ideas/ original plans into real online projects effectively. I could support you achieve your target with creative, fast, and high-quality designs.
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    iPhone UI Design
    Logo Design
    Sketch
    Mobile UI Design
    Website Redesign
    Landing Page
    Web Design
    Website
    Sketching
    Adobe Photoshop
    Figma
    GUI Design
    Webflow
    User Interface Design
  • $30 hourly
    "I've worked with dozens of freelancers on Upwork and can confidently say that Kathy is a rockstar." As an experienced UI/UX designer with 8 years of experience, I have a proven track record of providing neat and easy-to-use mobile app designs across various fields. My designs have helped raise key data for the teams I've worked with. I am now seeking new opportunities and challenges and am excited to use my skills and experience to help you transform your ideas into clean designs and smooth user experiences. Services Provided: - Mobile application UI / UX design (iOS/Android/WeChat app) - Web application UI / UX design - Dashboard design - Wireframing - Interactive prototype - Design guideline - Motion design - Infographic design Tools used: - Figma - Sketch - Principle - Axure - Photoshop - After Effect
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    Wireframing
    Data Visualization
    User Flow
    User Interface Design
    Mobile UI Design
    UX & UI
    Principle for Mac
    Adobe Photoshop
    Sketch
    Adobe Illustrator
    Figma
    Web Design
    Adobe After Effects
  • $35 hourly
    Hi, I'm a UX Designer creating digital products that are usable, enjoyable and effective for your users. I work with companies to develop innovative UX design solutions that meet user needs and business goals. Specialized in human-computer interaction, I master the standards of user experience (UX), accessibility and usability to maximize user satisfaction. Your project is important, and it will be to me as well. I will give 100% of my effort to make your project a success! - User Interviews for learning from users their attitudes, beliefs, and experiences - Performing competitive analysis of other websites or applications . - User personas and user stories based on qualitative and quantitative user research - Graphical representation of activities and actions conducted by users in a system - High/Low fidelity Prototype and detailed wireframes - Sitemap, user flow, and task diagrams UX Validation - Evaluating a product or service by testing it with representative users - Perform an in-depth review of a standard set of user experience heuristics - Improve design by watching real customers interact Tools: Axure, Invision, Balsamiq, OmniGraffle, Sketch, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, understanding of HTML and CSS and more
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    UIKit
    Axure RP
    Interactive Advertising
    User Interface Design
    Web Design
    Responsive Web Design
    Website Prototyping
    Adobe Premiere
    Corporate Brand Identity
  • $40 hourly
    I'm a UI/UX designer and work for provide quality design for my clients. I'm professional in graphic design and motion graphic. My variety of the skillsets in visual design will makes your digital product stand out. I'm a designer who have knowledge in html and css, so that I can collaborate with developer well. I'm responsible and easy to communicate. I response quick, and always try my best to provide best design service for clients. If you would like to see my latest work, please go to my website. (the link is shown in my Upwork portfolio)
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    Motion Graphics
    Digital Illustration
    Graphic Design
    Visual Communication
    Video Editing
    Motion Graphics & Visual Effects
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe After Effects
    HTML
    InVision
    Framer
    Sketch
  • $55 hourly
    I am Haizhou (Michael) XU, a certified designer based in Shanghai. As a trained designer, my specialty covers areas like graphic design, UI design, App design, logo design and photo editing. With 10+ years experiences. I have designed for different industries, such as IT, education, real estate, Internet Finance and others. My clients are around the world including multinational companies, state-owned enterprises, educational institutes and individuals. I obtained my BS degree in 2006 in Computer Science, and Master degree in Visual Design in 2009. For high-quality and professional design production, pls feel free to invite me for an interview, and sample works will be provided. Invite me NOW, thanks!
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    Responsive Design
    Mockup
    User Flow
    User Interface Design
    Web Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    App Design
    Logo Design
    Mandarin Dialect
    English
    iPhone UI Design
    Photo Editing
    Graphic Design
  • $35 hourly
    Hey there!👋 Yuhan here, your go-to designer extraordinaire specializing in crafting fabulous B2B and B2C web and mobile UI/UX designs. With a whopping 5+ years of experience in the realms of UX Design, App Design, and Brand Identity Development, I've had a blast helping startups and companies transform their digital presence, attract investors, improve conversions, reduce bounce rates, drive traffic, and ultimately boost revenue. 🚀📈 If you're in need of a design guru who knows how to tackle your business challenges with a sprinkle of fun, look no further! I'm beyond excited to join forces and help you conquer the design world. Let's make your brand stand out in the most awesome way possible. Get ready to rock and roll! 🎸🎨 ⭐️ Design style that I follow: modern, clean, user-friendly, creative, and fun. 📦 Final design package includes - ready-to-develop design file/design guidelines/clickable prototype; 📅 Booking is available 1 day from when you first text me; 🔋I don't answer 24/7 but I sure can keep in touch about 8-12/7 𝐌𝐘 𝐒𝐊𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐒: • Web design (UX/UI); • Mobile design (UX/UI); • Proposing an art direction; • Graphic design; • User flow creation; • Illustration creation; • Wireframing; • Creating clickable prototypes (Figma/Proto.io); • UX strategy; • Mindmap / Customer Journey Map creation; • E-commerce design; • Logo creation; • Branding / corporate Identity creation; • Style & colour guideline creation; • Landing page design; • Web application/SaaS product design; • Dashboard design; • Icon design; • Website development • Cms development • Fullstack (frontend & backend) web development 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐎𝐋𝐒 𝐈 𝐔𝐒𝐄: • Figma • InVision • Sketch • Adobe XD • Adobe Photoshop • Adobe Illustrator • WordPress • Webflow • HTML 5/CSS 3 (& frameworks) • JavaScript 𝐌𝐘 𝐓𝐈𝐌𝐄𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒: 🏠 Home Page Design (wireframes + design): 10 – 15h 📄 Inner Page Design (wireframes + design): 4 - 6h 📱 First Mobile app screen (wireframes + design): 4 – 5h 📱 Next Mobile app screen (wireframes + design): 2 - 3h ✅ Have any questions? Feel free to contact me! I'll cut straight to the point on your project, but for now, here is a magical unicorn for you 🦄 𝐌𝐘 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐇𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐒: Although I am based in China, I am able to meet during the US daytime. I am available from 5 a.m. EST- 2 p.m. EST. 🔑𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐒: Design, UX/UI, UX, UI, User Interface Design, Landing Page Design, Web & Mobile Design, Responsive Design, Graphics & UI Design, User Experience Design, UX Research, Website, Wireframing, Google, Material Design, Export Assets from Sketch, UI Research, Web Design, Sketch, App, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Landing Page, Graphic Design, UI/UX Design, Web Design, Responsive Design, Mobile UI/UX Design, Material Design, UX Design, User experience design, iOS App Design, Android Design, iPad Design, iPhone Design, User Experience, Landing, Design Thinking, Interaction Design, SAAS, Designer, UI, UX, Adaptive, Design Expert, Update, Application design, Desktop, Visual Design, Sketch, Mobile Design, Usability, Photoshop, Website, Mock-up, Creative, iPhone, App Design, Wireframe, Design Guru, Web-design, Job, Application, iOS, Adobe, platform design, Logotype, Website Prototyping, Branding, Graphic Design, Hire, Graphics, Agency, Productive, Guidelines, Testing, Advertising, Solutions, Illustrator, A/B Testing, Long term, Responsive, Android, Effective, Experienced, Identity, Identity, Design Thinking, Management, Art Director, Head of Design, Search, Digital, Promo, Redesign, Creation...
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    UX & UI
    UX Research
    Poster Design
    Logo Design
    Prototyping
    Brand Identity & Guidelines
  • $50 hourly
    I am a UX/UI designer with experience in designing websites and apps with both toB and toC services. If you would like to redesign your website, find a designer to help create some pages or a new platform - I can totally help with it. I am experienced in Figma, Sketch, Miro, Notion, Adobe Creative Suites, and Procreate.
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    Data Visualization
    3D Modeling
    3D Design
    Research Methods
    User Interface Design
  • $80 hourly
    Since 2008, Guoming has been working at tech companies specializing in the UX, interaction, UI, and product design of web and mobile applications. He has served a range of entities including B2B/B2C companies, brand-recognizable organizations, and startups and contributed to projects from end to end including research, strategy, plan, and design. Guoming is dedicated to balancing design and business values in a project. Service - UX/UI design (web and mobile) - Prototyping - Design consultant (strategy, workshop facilitation, research, data analytics) My toolkits Prototypes, wireframes, user flow, user scenarios, rapid iteration
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    Prototyping
    Interaction Design
    Business with 100-999 Employees
    B2B
    SaaS
    Figma
    Sketch
    Wireframes
    Workshop Facilitation
    UI/UX Prototyping
    User Experience Strategy
    Product Design
  • $18 hourly
    I am be good at photoshop, illustrator, indesign, Figma, sketch, sketch up, Lumion ...I can do graphic design, landscape design, UI/UX design and other design work. Besides, I can also do Chinese-English translation work. My IELTS score is 6.5. My service attitude is very good, the design tasks can be completed with high quality, and the work efficiency is very high. I often get recognition and love from customers and bosses. I look forward to receiving more jobs and getting to know more friends at workup.
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    Chinese
    English
    Chinese to English Translation
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    UX & UI
    Lumion
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe XD
    Figma
    Web Design
    Sketch
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe InDesign
    Graphic Design
  • $500 hourly
    9 years product management with 7 years PM leader experience. Multiple 0-1 new product design experience. Specialized in user oriented product, seasoned in most of product management area, including, but not limited to, product design, user analysis, demand analysis, data, business model design. Shipped-several-million-class product. Excellent communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Strong creativity and learning ability with an open mind. Problem solving and data-driving. We usually function as a team, that means we are able to provide the whole package of product development works(Sketch-product spec-UI/UX design-coding-launching and then some). We hope to work with/for someone who would take user experience seriously and launch some products/features that would make users "wow".
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    Product Analytics
    Product Development
    Product Strategy
    Android App Development
    iOS Development
    Product Features
    Interaction Design
    App Design
    Data Analysis
    Product Design
    Management Skills
    Product Management
  • $20 hourly
    Hey there Again! I'm Jing 👋 I'm a Service/UX designer based in Linköping, Sweden. I have solid design skills from user research to user testing. I am the designer you are looking for to realize your vision. I’m a self-direct and task-driven designer with systematic problem solving thinking. I look into users and stakeholders to generate deep insights which lead to design decisions. I'm passionate about the creative journey and genuinely attracted by humans. I enjoiy reading about sociology and ethnography when I'm free. Combining I realize UCD is the best career for me as well as the one thing I want to dedicate to.
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    Wireframe & Prototyping Software
    Service Design
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Presentation Design
    User Interface Design
    Adobe Illustrator
    Mobile App
    Adobe Photoshop
    Figma
    Adobe XD
  • $35 hourly
    I am a passionate and outgoing person who is ready to work with my communication and linguistics skills. In the past I have worked in the finance industry focusing on business development, and my goal now is to work as a freelance verbal or text interpreter between Chinese, English and Cantonese, since I am native in all 3 languages.
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    Language Interpretation
    User Interface Design
    Microsoft Word
    Economics
    Business
  • $50 hourly
    Familiar with mobile design principles on different platforms and have led the design and development of multiple projects from 0 to 1. Have extensive experience in automotive-related design, understand the development process of in-car entertainment systems, and have completed multiple conceptual and mass-produced product designs. Understand the importance of user experience, and proficient in defining and analyzing functional scenarios with users at the center.
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    User Interface Design
    App Design
    Design Concept
    Automotive Design
  • $40 hourly
    👋 Hello, I'm Cen, I have 14 years of industry experience, including 4 years in a managerial role. Previously held the position of Head of Product Design at a startup, capable of translating business requirements into product strategies, designing products from scratch, and building/managing teams from the ground up. Pragmatic, ROI-focused, and results-driven, adept at addressing real-world problems under constraints by maximizing the utilization of existing resources. 😃Profile • Thrive in startups, adept at wearing multiple hats, capable of navigating from chaos to clarity, unblocking obstacles, and solving real-world problems. • 14 years of experience, including 4 years in a managerial role, with a proven track record of delivering end-to-end product design. • Have a deep understanding of UGC products, online marketing/sales funnels, and, particularly, the WeChat and WeCom ecosystems in the Chinese market. • Build and lead team to create intuitive, user-centric designs from concept to delivery. • Servant leader, manage multidisciplinary teams, support people to achieve their full potential. • Seasoned decision-maker, pragmatic and results-driven, translate business goals into actionable and measurable strategies and roadmaps, achieve within budget and on schedule. • Collaborative team player, coordinate with both internal and external stakeholders. • Agile and adaptable, passionate, influencing, initiative, motivated and with a growth mindset. • Fluent English, Mandarin mother tongue.
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    Product Management
    Product Design
    Research & Strategy
    Management Skills
    User Interface Design
    User Experience Strategy
    Design & Usability Research
    Leadership Skills
    Adobe Creative Suite
    Figma
  • $55 hourly
    I am a skilled UX designer with 4 years of full-time industry experience. I have a solid acedemic backgroung in interaction desing. My journey in the realm of product design has allowed me to create exceptional user experiences across both B2B SaaS tools and consumer-facing applications. 🌐 Professional Experience: - B2B Saas: enterprise communication software, online conference app (both catered to Chinese market) - Consumer-side: Da Zhong Dian Ping app (similar to Yelp in Chinese market) 🎨 Design Expertise: - Versatile Skill Set seamless user flows, efficient information exchange, and a visually cohesive experience - Mobile and Web Design Proficiency I'm well-versed in translating design concepts into responsive and user-centric interfaces across various devices. This cross-platform familiarity allows me to ensure consistency and a smooth experience for users. - Tools Figma, Sketch, Adobe Suits 💬 Let's Collaborate: I'm excited to leverage my expertise in UX design to bring value to your projects. Feel free to drop me a message, and let's discuss how I can contribute to your design goals.
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    UX & UI
  • $800 hourly
    I. Work Experience: 18 years of IT and internet industry experience. II. Work Undertaken: I have applied professional knowledge and skills in UI design, interaction design, user research, and interactive prototyping, and have extensive working experience in the design field. 1. User Experience (UX) Design: Analyzing user needs and optimizing the user experience of products to improve usability. 2. Interaction Design: Using tools like Axure to create clickable interactive prototypes to facilitate product design. 3. UI Design: In charge of the interface design of products and creating UI designs using design software. 4. Design Team Management: Leading and coordinating the work of design teams to ensure on-time project delivery. III. Common Tools Used: Axure, Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, Word, PPT etc.
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    User Interface Design
    UX & UI
    Web UI
    Axure RP
    UI Graphics
    Interaction Design
  • $40 hourly
    I am a designer proficient in various art styles, specializing in 2D illustrations, digital art, and UI/UX design. I have experience in designing and developing multiple games. I graduated from the University of Edinburgh and interned at Google, which equipped me with the skills and patience to create high-quality 2D creative assets for various projects. These assets include illustrations, character designs, concept art, user interfaces, animations, and graphic designs. With a background in game development, UI/UX, and graphic design industries, I bring a wealth of experience to any project I work on.
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    Video Game
    UI Graphics
    Web UI
    User Experience
    Product Design
    Game Design
    Informational Infographic
    UX & UI Design
    Illustration
  • $50 hourly
    I’m an innovative designer experienced in multiple industries. I’m mastered in creating seamless UX frames to improve user experience, and produce Hi-Fi prototypes for decreasing the developing pressure as needed. Whether you’re doing small modifications on your project, or trying to building everything from scratch, I’m the guy that can help.
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    Wireframing
    Mobile App Design
    Web Design
    User Interface Design
    ProtoPie
    KeyShot
    Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe XD
    SolidWorks
    Adobe After Effects
    Sketch
    Figma
  • $50 hourly
    As a UI/UX designer, I possess a range of essential skills that enable me to create enjoyable, efficient, and meaningful user interfaces and experiences. Here are some key skills I have: First and foremost, I understand the importance of user research. Understanding user needs and behaviors is crucial for designing user experiences. Therefore, I am proficient in various research methods such as user surveys, user testing, and data analysis, which helps me gain deep insights into users, guiding my design decisions effectively. Information architecture is another area where I excel. I am skilled at organizing and structuring information to ensure users can easily find what they need. I create user flowcharts, wireframes, and prototypes to ensure the clarity and navigability of a product's information architecture. My interface design skills are also strong. I pay attention to graphic design, color theory, typography, and iconography to ensure that user interfaces are not only intuitive but also visually appealing. I believe that aesthetics play a crucial role in the user experience. In terms of interaction design, I understand interaction design principles, including interface animations, micro-interactions, and UI feedback. These skills help me enhance the interactivity and usability of the user experience. I use tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD to create interactive prototypes, allowing me to quickly validate concepts during the design process and share designs with the team. Additionally, I have a foundational knowledge of front-end development. This helps me better understand the feasibility of design implementation and collaborate effectively with development teams. I excel in collaborating closely with product managers, development teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that design aligns with project objectives. I am also skilled in collecting user testing and feedback to continuously improve designs and adapt to changing user needs. In summary, I am a UI/UX designer with a diverse set of technical, creative, and communication skills. My goal is to create user experiences that are both aesthetically pleasing and user-centered, meeting the needs of users effectively. My work goes beyond the surface of the interface, delving into user psychology and behavior to ensure that products or applications genuinely meet user requirements. I maintain an innovative mindset, continuously exploring new design trends and technologies to ensure my designs remain competitive in a competitive market.
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    User Experience
    GUI Design
    User Interface Design
    UX & UI
  • $25 hourly
    Working as a graphic designer and interaction designer to make use of my exceptional interaction designing skills with a strong focus on interface design and new technologies to contribute to the success of the company. This position can help me to integrate strategies to develop creative designs.
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    Adobe Creative Suite
    Graphic Design
    Digital Marketing Materials
    Web Design
    Packaging
    Print Advertising
    Brand Positioning
    Adobe Illustrator
    Business Card Design
  • $25 hourly
    I am an energetic and motivated artist and designer with over six years of experience in UX design and product design. My expertise includes design research, interface design (for applications, touch screens, and the web), motion graphics, and visual design (including Android UI and iOS UI). I am well-versed in Apple's human interface guidelines and material design guidelines. I have a proven track record of completing demanding assignments within tight deadlines. I am highly articulate and possess excellent interpersonal skills, making me an effective collaborator. In my design school projects, I have worked with top-tier companies such as IBM, Ford, and Google.
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    Paint
    3D Art
    3D Avatar
    Adobe Creative Suite
    NFT Design
    NFT Art
    Web & Mobile Design Consultation
    PV System Design
    Illustration
    User Interface Design
    UI Graphics
    Web Component Design
    Sketch
  • $25 hourly
    I have been a UX designer in the field of technology for more than six years. I have an MSc in Human-Computer Interaction and have worked for a variety of businesses, including small and medium-sized businesses, huge e-commerce enterprises, and blockchain startups. I contribute a distinctive viewpoint to every project I work on with my excellent UX design skills and problem-solving abilities as well as my acute aesthetic sense. My aim is to provide elegant, functional designs that support organizations in connecting with their clients and achieving their objectives. I'm eager to contribute my knowledge and experience to your project in order to support your success. What I do: UI/UX design (Android, iOS, Web) SaaS website/app design (ERP, WMS, OMS) E-commerce website/application design Blockchain website/app design Data visualization Game design (Online game, board game) Prototyping Wireframing Usability testing User researching
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    UX & UI
    Scientific Research
    User Interface Design
    Data Visualization
    Adobe XD
    User Experience
    JavaScript
    Blockchain
    Big Data
    GUI Design
    Visualization
    Product Development
    XD
    Angular
  • $15 hourly
    “Design is democratic, which follows the vision of the majority and creates objects that enhanceour wellbeing. It is also rebellious, which reflects aptly and criticises bravely to break what we take for granted. The beauty of design is multifaceted. It exists in the precision of dot and line; the warmth of a material andtexture; the variation of light and pattern, also in the empathetic thought, brilliant insight, and bold expression. It has the potential to solve the most difficult problems smartly with empathy and creativity.”
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    Rendering
    UI Graphics
    Concept Design
    CAD
  • $12 hourly
    At present, I am working as the design director in the number one enterprise in the field of intelligent guidance system in China, providing high-quality human-computer interaction interface for shopping malls in Greater China.
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    User Interface Design
    GUI Design
    User Experience
    UX & UI
  • $55 hourly
    I’m a UI/UX designer for websites, APP and car. Knows how to make research , analysis, define functions and UI/UX design Full project management from start to finish Regular communication is important to me, so let’s keep in touch.
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    UX & UI
  • $15 hourly
    10 years experienceExtensive industry experience Professional design skills Good at typography brand UI / UX design
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    GUI Design
    User Interface Design
    UX & UI
    User Experience
  • $12 hourly
    I'm a designer experienced in building APP for small and medium-sized businesses. Substantiated experience in initializing and developing board-level product and user experiences strategies; · 10+ year experience in UX/UI strategy, design, art direction and design leadership for business transformation and innovations; · Full project management from start to finish · Regular communication is important to me, so let’s keep in touch.
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    User Experience
    GUI Design
    User Interface Design
    UX & UI
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