Hi, I'm Elena.
I completed my Computer Science degree in 2023. Despite my technical background, my innate curiosity about people and their needs has always been a driving force. Recognising this passion, I made the choice to pursue a career in UX/UI design. I am eager to blend my fascination with psychology, affinity for creative work, and expertise in technology to craft products that are both visually appealing and functionally intuitive.
SKILLS
USER RESEARCH Wireframing Prototyping INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE user flows interaction design grid systems design thinking VISUAL DESIGN WEB DEVELOPMENT (JAVASCRIPT, REACT, NODE, HTML, CSS) VERSION CONTROL (GIT, GITHUB) mATERIAL DESIGN Accessibility USABILITY TESTING FIGMA ADOBE PHOTOSHOP miro slack PROBLEM-SOLVING COMMUNICATION ADAPTABILITY
• Solely designed a web and mobile application within a tight deadline, leading all stages of the design process.
• Engaged in an iterative design process, adapting to a fast-paced startup environment, and incorporating feedback from the founder.
• Conducted research to understand the competitive landscape and target audience, identify trends, and gain insight into common features and design patterns in the industry.
• Created detailed wireframes in Figma to outline the layout of the application.
• Created high-fidelity prototypes to simulate user interactions and test design concepts.
• Engaged in an iterative design process, adapting to a fast-paced startup environment, and incorporating feedback from the founder.
• Conducted research to understand the competitive landscape and target audience, identify trends, and gain insight into common features and design patterns in the industry.
• Created detailed wireframes in Figma to outline the layout of the application.
• Created high-fidelity prototypes to simulate user interactions and test design concepts.
EDUCATION
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
University of Surrey / Guildford, UK
2020 - 2023
Upper Second-Class Honours (2.1)
POWER UP - VIEW PROJECT
Role: UX/UI Designer, Front-End Developer
• Knowledge of programming languages and web technologies such as JavaScript, React, Node, HTML, and CSS.
• Knowledge of version control systems and experience working with Git and GitHub.
• Understanding of the technical constraints and possibilities of web and mobile platforms, allowing me to design and develop solutions which are feasible.
• Strong problem-solving and research skills, required to tackle complex challenges in software development.
• Experiences in various testing methodologies in software applications.
• Knowledge of version control systems and experience working with Git and GitHub.
• Understanding of the technical constraints and possibilities of web and mobile platforms, allowing me to design and develop solutions which are feasible.
• Strong problem-solving and research skills, required to tackle complex challenges in software development.
• Experiences in various testing methodologies in software applications.
VOLUNTEERING
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT MENTOR
Code Your Future / UK (Remote)
Jul 2021 - Dec 2021
• Fostered empathy and deep understanding of people's needs.
• Offered support to trainees to become web developers.
• Worked with people from disadvantaged backgrounds and kept track of changes in their personal circumstances.
• Organised individual and group sessions to practise active listening, and effective communication.
• Met with other personal development mentors to discuss and plan progress.
• Offered support to trainees to become web developers.
• Worked with people from disadvantaged backgrounds and kept track of changes in their personal circumstances.
• Organised individual and group sessions to practise active listening, and effective communication.
• Met with other personal development mentors to discuss and plan progress.
WHAT SETS ME APART?
I stand out as a hard-working individual committed to exceeding expectations and continuously expanding my professional skills. I actively seek opportunities to go above and beyond, consistently pushing myself to achieve excellence. By completing additional certifications and participating in mentorship programs, I demonstrate my proactive approach to personal and career development. My dedication to growth and improvement sets me apart as a dynamic and resourceful professional, ready to tackle any challenge with enthusiasm and determination.
Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner
Dell Technologies, STEMAspire
