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Brian Githu

@briangithu

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I design and deliver AI research and real-time transit products from discovery through launch.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to design and deliver user-centred products end-to-end, combining research, UX/UI, design systems, and cross-functional project leadership from discovery through launch.

I lead design and delivery for ForgeDocs, tailoring an AI research-administration platform to Egerton University’s pre-award, ethics, and post-award workflows. I translated discovery findings into product requirements and a six-month pilot scope while building stakeholder buy-in with university leadership.

At ECBA Group, I’m leading CommutePro from concept to a live real-time rail app for US metro commuters. I designed the full UI and design system, partnered with engineering on UI and data contracts, and prioritised features including arrivals, delay alerts, station sync, and GPS search.

I also bring UX, graphic design, and brand identity experience from GrowthPartners, DirectEd Development, and AIESEC in Kenya. My work spans research, wireframes, prototypes, responsive interfaces, print and social graphics, and end-to-end project coordination.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Technical Project Manager & Design Lead

Current

ECBA Group

Feb 2026 - Present (8 months)

Technical project manager and design lead for CommutePro, a real-time rail app that gives US metro commuters the fastest way to know when their train arrives. Designed the full product UI and built the end-to-end design system, and partnered with the backend engineer to ship the app.

Project Management Product Strategy Stakeholder Management Prototyping Figma Wireframing Design Thinking Design Process Design Systems Brand Identity Usability Testing Responsive Design Graphic Design ASP.NET Core SQL Server

Current

Project Manager & Design Lead

Current

ForgeDocs

Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Identified an opportunity with Egerton University's Research, Innovation & Outreach office and led the engagement to tailor ForgeDocs, an AI platform for research administration, to its specific pre-award, ethics, and post-award pain points. Ran discovery to map where the research office loses time and translated findings into product requirements and a six-month pilot scope.

Project Management Project Planning Project Tracking Product Strategy Stakeholder Management Prototyping Figma Wireframing Design Thinking Design Process Design Systems Brand Identity Usability Testing Responsive Design Graphic Design

Graphic Designer

AIESEC in Kenya

Dec 2024 - Aug 2025 (8 months)

Created designs for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs. Conceptualised visuals for various print formats and designed engaging social media graphics to boost online visibility.

Graphic Design Print Design Social media graphics

UX Designer

GrowthPartners

Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 (2 months)

Identified pain points in the existing user experience, leading to actionable recommendations for improvements. Enhanced user experience by designing intuitive and user-friendly solutions.

UX Design User Research Prototyping Figma Wireframing Design Thinking Usability Testing

UI/UX Design Intern

DirectEd Development

Aug 2024 - Apr 2025 (8 months)

Designed intuitive and visually appealing interfaces for web and mobile platforms. Collaborated with product managers, engineers, and content creators throughout the design process and integrated user feedback into iterative design cycles.

UI Design UX Design Wireframing Prototyping Figma Usability Testing Responsive Design Design Systems