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As a Product Designer for Idunnu, I was responsible for delivering end-to-end design solutions, collaborating closely with the founder and CEO to ensure the product vision was executed effectively. My duties included conducting user research to inform design decisions, developing wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, and ensuring a seamless and intuitive user experience. I contributed to the design of digital products that aligned with both the company's goals and user needs, adhering to best practices in design and usability. I also played a key role in improving the overall design system, ensuring consistency across various products and platforms. My work was performed remotely, with flexibility in hours, while maintaining a high standard of quality and meeting project deadlines. Additionally, I complied with company policies, including confidentiality agreements, and adhered to procedures regarding data processing and proprietary rights.

As a Product Designer for VisionDR, I collaborated with a multinational, remote product development team comprising designers, copywriters, graphic designers, and developers across various time zones. I conducted user research to validate and refine the product concept, aligning it with VisionDR's mission to enhance eye care accessibility through technology. I supported the Project Owner in refining the Product Requirements Document (PRD), outlining key features and user needs for the MVP. Leveraging research insights, I developed the information architecture, including the sitemap for the website redesign and the SaaS dashboard. Additionally, I designed a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency, scalability, and usability across the platform, encompassing typography, color schemes, components, and interactions. My work included designing user interfaces for the Eye Check application, focusing on user-centered solutions to improve healthcare accessibility. Throughout the project, I delivered wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs, integrating stakeholder feedback through iterative testing and refinement.

As a Designer for Orralearn LLC, I contributed to designing dashboards, pages, and features for The Programmer's University, ensuring alignment with the company's branding guidelines and project requirements. My role also included designing products to be used in teaching students and assisting them in conducting practical's during programming classes. I worked closely with the development team and other stakeholders to refine and implement design concepts, delivering user-centric solutions tailored to both current and upcoming needs. Throughout my tenure, I consistently balanced creativity with adherence to standards, ensuring all designs met high-quality expectations while addressing the strategic goals of the organization.

I conceptualized and crafted visually captivating user interfaces for the e-commerce website, leading to an 18% increase in customer conversion rates. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, I translated user requirements into innovative design solutions that authentically represented the brand's Nigerian heritage and market positioning. Employing responsive design principles, I optimized the website's accessibility, ensuring a seamless and engaging online shopping experience across diverse devices. Continuously enhancing the platform's visual appeal and functionality through iterative refinement, based on user feedback and usability testing, resulted in a 25% increase in user retention. My contributions significantly drove a 30% increase in online sales through the e-commerce website, contributing to the brand's digital success.

I drove project kick-off activities, such as internal meetings, statement of work creation, and project plan documentation. Built a strong relationship with customers, partners, and internal team members and Worked with project stakeholders to develop schedules and establish milestones. I also ensured project progress against defined milestones and deadlines while Actively communicating with key stakeholders to keep them informed on project activities. On the other hand was the successful supervision of hand-offs to ensure smooth transitions as required. And lastly, i supported the analysis of client data and strategies on application design and over saw the requirements/functional specification process.

I consistently met and surpassed project deadlines, achieving a 100% on-time completion rate across 4 distinct stages. Through participatory and iterative design techniques, I crafted user interfaces and interaction design specifications, resulting in a notable increase in user engagement. I fostered positive collaboration with designers and developers, contributing to the creation of 3 distinct brand identities. I actively engaged in translating user-centered design methods throughout the design process, resulting in improved user satisfaction. Additionally, I contributed to user research, synthesis, exploration, storytelling, detailed design, journey mapping, and prototyping to deliver comprehensive design solutions for diverse brand identities.

As the Lead Product Designer at Stream, I spearheaded the development and execution of the product design strategy, aligning it with the company's vision and goals. My role involved a strong emphasis on user-centered design, including comprehensive user research, testing, and competitive analysis. I meticulously crafted the end-to-end user experience, from concept to implementation, and maintained a robust design system for consistency. I managed and mentored a team of product designers, fostering a collaborative atmosphere. Effective communication with stakeholders and a commitment to an iterative design process were pivotal in my daily responsibilities, ensuring that design decisions were well-informed and continually improved. My role in facilitating cross-functional collaboration streamlined the product development process, while the establishment of a design system reduced handoff times by 40%, enabling faster development cycles and enhancing design consistency.

In this role, I spearhead and oversee end-to-end project management for multimedia initiatives, guaranteeing strict adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks. My responsibilities encompass the efficient allocation of human resources, budgets, equipment, and materials, strategically balancing workloads and expertise across teams for optimized project outcomes. I also drive brand and media marketing efforts by developing and executing strategic campaigns to enhance brand presence and connect with target audiences across various media channels. My role extends to client acquisition, where I identify potential clients and build relationships with top brands and key decision-makers, promoting our offerings and value proposition. Additionally, I actively seek partnerships and collaborations by identifying potential collaborators and proposing joint marketing initiatives with relevant organizations and platforms to expand our brand's reach. As a problem solver, I promptly address challenges and implement effective solutions to maintain project momentum, ensuring that multimedia projects align with the company's philosophy. I provide strategic contributions through valuable insights derived from project experiences and market trends, influencing the company's strategic planning and offering suggestions for process enhancements and innovative approaches to multimedia projects and media marketing efforts. Preparing comprehensive project status reports and leading the team with mentorship and guidance are integral aspects of my role, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment while maintaining quality control and staying informed about media trends.

• Crafted and executed user interfaces and interaction design specifications through a collaborative and iterative design approach, involving active participation and feedback from stakeholders. • Collaborated with design and development teams to revitalize diverse brand identities, transforming concepts into tangible, engaging user experiences. • Seamlessly integrated user-centered design methodologies, encompassing user research and synthesis, creative exploration, narrative development, intricate design work, journey mapping, and prototyping, into a cohesive and impactful design process. • Crafted and executed user interfaces and interaction design specifications through a collaborative and iterative design approach, involving active participation and feedback from stakeholders. • Collaborated with design and development teams to revitalize diverse brand identities, transforming concepts into tangible, engaging user experiences. • Seamlessly integrated user-centered design methodologies, encompassing user research and synthesis, creative exploration, narrative development, intricate design work, journey mapping, and prototyping, into a cohesive and impactful design process.

Provided technical expertise in market assessments and monitoring, including joint assessments and thematic capacity building. Coordinated, consolidated, and interpreted post-redemption data and analysis to produce monthly situational reports. Developed training curriculums and strengthened third-party contractors' capacity through thematic trainings and meetings. Communicated results from concluded redemption cycles using infographics and comprehensive reports. Maintained information databases and repositories that consolidate, analyze, and report information critical to decision making. Monitored statistical analysis/reporting that simplified communications by visualizing trends over long-term goals. Supported in the evaluation procedures to determine collaboration strengths and implement lessons learned. Produced accurate and timely reporting of activity status throughout its life cycle.

As Junior Finance Assistant for the Resource Management team at IOM, I managed financial activities in compliance with organizational policies, including verifying invoices, processing payment requests, and managing petty cash transactions. I also participated in pre-grant financial assessments and systematically monitored grant implementation. My responsibilities included accounting and reporting, maintaining staff and non-staff vendor master data, entering real-time accounting entries, and preparing financial reports. In general accounting, I prepared bank reconciliation reports, resolved discrepancies, and prepared adjustment entries. I also administered petty cash transactions, maintained the petty cash float, and prepared reimbursement claims. My achievements demonstrate proficiency in financial management, attention to detail, and organizational skills.