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Gustavo C.
UX Designer

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Adobe Illustrator
Adobe XD
Figma
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Bio

Graduated in Product Design from UNISINOS, with a notable focus on creation and design. Academic research concentrated on user experience within digital environments, revealing opportunities for skill enhancement through the integration of technology and design. In 2019, moved to São Paulo to specialize in User Experience Design at Gama Academy. This opportunity facilitated interactions with various companies in the startup ecosystem, thereby initiating a career as a UX/UI designer. After a year of both studying and gaining professional experience, returned to the South to apply the acquired knowledge and expertise from this transformative period.

  • Product Designer Senior
    6/1/2023 - 2/1/2024

    Responsible for the discovery, development, and delivery of solutions for digital products. Worked closely with the Product and Technology teams to create data-driven solutions. Analyzed heatmaps, recordings, CES, and conversion rate using Google Analytics and Mouseflow. Developed interfaces for both web and mobile platforms. Ensured thorough documentation and proper handoff of projects for seamless development. Conducted interviews with stakeholders and users to gather insights and requirements. Created low to high fidelity prototypes to visualize and iterate on design solutions.

  • UX/UI Designer
    5/1/2021 - 6/1/2023

    The role involved the creation of interfaces for web applications, mobile applications, and responsive websites. It required the verification and application of guidelines and the use of a Design System. Responsibilities included defining and developing navigation flows, wireframes, and user journey interfaces. Solutions were consistently validated to ensure optimal user experience and align with project requirements.

  • Product Designer
    5/1/2020 - 4/1/2021

    Combined UX thinking with design execution to produce intuitive and usable user interfaces, understanding user needs through comprehensive research. Planned and executed user tests and other design research to inform design decisions. Collaborated with the product team to evolve and refine the design system, contributing significantly to the creation of processes, tools, and design culture. Designed and created prototypes of product solutions, ensuring product quality post-development while setting goals for the product area. Employed SCRUM methodologies throughout the project lifecycle.

  • UX/UI Designer Jr
    10/1/2019 - 5/1/2020

    Cultivated expertise in developing design research to inform design decisions, including benchmarking, user surveys, and usability tests. Spearheaded the creation and maintenance of a comprehensive Design System, ensuring visual cohesion across various products. Proficiently designed and created wireframes, prototypes, and interfaces for web and mobile applications using Figma and Adobe XD. Demonstrated a strong understanding of user needs by working on both B2C and B2B products within the healthcare sector. Developed graphic pieces using Photoshop and Illustrator, and executed layout designs with InDesign.

  • Product Design at University of the Sinos River Valley
    2015 - 2018

  • Business Administration at Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia
    2011 - 2014

  • Design at Gama Academy
    2019 - 2019

  • Storytelling: Business Vision and Personal Development at Alura
    2/1/2023

  • Project Delivery Documentation at Alura
    2/1/2023

  • UX: Practical Methodologies for Designers at Alura
    12/1/2022

  • UX Research: Evaluating Interfaces with Heuristics at Alura
    12/1/2022

  • Design System: Creating Components and Documenting at Alura
    9/1/2022

  • UX Research: Mobile Diary Studies at LinkedIn
    7/1/2022

  • Figma: Mobile Website Visual Design at Alura
    7/1/2022

  • Design System: Designing Elements at Alura
    7/1/2022

  • Design Research: How to Generate Insights from Design Research at ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
    7/1/2020

  • Introduction to Gamification: How to Increase Engagement in Your Digital Campaigns at ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
    6/1/2020

  • SWOT Analysis - The Correct SWOT at ESPM Escola Superior de Propaganda e Marketing
    6/1/2020

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