Valerie Nwosu
Nigeria
Summary
Innovative and detail-oriented Product Designer with over two years of hands-on experience in UX/UI design, prototyping, and user-centered research. Demonstrated expertise in utilizing design tools like Figma and Canva to create visually compelling and functional interfaces. Proven track record in leading design projects from concept to completion, enhancing user engagement and streamlining design processes. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation of design solutions
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Product designer
Scrum master africa
Lagos
2023.09 - Current
- Utilized FigJam to create user architecture, user flows, and wireframes, enhancing collaboration with stakeholders and improving design efficiency
- Developed a design system to ensure consistency and efficiency throughout the design process
- Solely designed a visually appealing and functional website and dashboard.
Junior product designer
Clubzella
Lagos
2023.04 - Current
- Collaborated on the redesign of the ClubZella landing page, resulting in a more visually appealing interface and enhanced user engagement
- Worked closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of product design, leading to a 25% reduction in development time and a 15% increase in product quality
- Assisted in designing Spirit Warz comic characters and comic book covers
- Supported the research team in developing products tailored to accommodate the diaspora
- Utilized Canva and Figma for graphic design, creating visually compelling product concepts
- Conducted usability testing to refine UI/UX, improving overall user experience.
- Planned and prioritised well to complete design projects within deadlines for fast product turnarounds.
Product designer
44 Bukaz
Lagos
2024.04 - 2024.05
- Directed the full redesign of the 44 Bukaz website, achieving a 45% increase in user engagement and retention
- Developed and implemented extensive usability testing procedures, pinpointing critical areas for UI enhancements
- Performed in-depth UX research, utilizing findings to inform and optimize design processes
- Created user stories and user flows to accurately capture and address customer needs
- Contributed to product strategy and roadmap planning
- Established and maintained a comprehensive design system and style guide, leading to a 20% improvement in design efficiency and consistency.
Product designer
Scholarpay
Lagos
2024.04 - 2024.05
- Solely managed the research and documentation processes for the student loan management system
- Engineered and upheld a functional design system, augmenting the overall efficiency and quality of the product
- Crafted sketches, wireframes, and prototypes as communicative tools for design concepts, yielding a 15% decrease in design duration and fostering enhanced collaboration with stakeholders
- Designed visually captivating and operationally effective interfaces for the product.
Prototyping
Chasebyte
Lagos
2024.03 - 2024.03
- Engaged in collaborative efforts pertaining to the prototyping and foundational groundwork of the Chasebyte website
- Contributed significantly to the establishment and refinement of the design system, thereby enhancing both the efficiency of the design process and the overall visual appeal of the website's interface.
UX writer - intern
Univelicty
Lagos
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Spearheaded the research team's endeavors in conducting user research tailored to emergency-based scenarios, subsequently guiding the development of a digital solution to assist users
- Implemented FigJam for wireframing purposes, fostering a notable 25% enhancement in team design efficiency.
Education
Computer science - Computer Science
2019.11 - 2022.05
Classification: Second class upper
Skills
- Design software - Figma, Canva
- User Experience (UX) Design
- User Interface (UI) Design
- Wireframing
- Design thinking
- Prototyping
Timeline
Product designer - 44 Bukaz
2024.04 - 2024.05
Product designer - Scholarpay
2024.04 - 2024.05
Prototyping - Chasebyte
2024.03 - 2024.03
Product designer - Scrum master africa
2023.09 - Current
Junior product designer - Clubzella
2023.04 - Current
UX writer - intern - Univelicty
2021.09 - 2021.12
Baze University - Computer science, Computer Science
2019.11 - 2022.05