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Ceren Kurt

@cerenkurt

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Creative UX/UI designer passionate about user-centric design solutions.

Netherlands

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity, collaboration, and growth in UX/UI design.

As a dedicated UX/UI designer, I have a strong background in transforming user experiences through innovative design strategies. My recent role at Usespace involved redesigning a Wordpress platform, which significantly improved user engagement and contributed to the company's revenue growth. I thrive on solving complex design challenges and ensuring that user needs are at the forefront of every project.

My journey into UX/UI design began during a life-changing relocation to the Netherlands, where I embraced self-study and practical experiences. I have collaborated with various teams, including my recent project with Stella, where I designed a responsive web app MVP. My commitment to continuous learning and improvement drives my passion for creating impactful designs that resonate with users.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Freelance UX/UI Designer

Usespace

Jul 2024 - Oct 2024 (3 months)

Redesigned the old Wordpress platform into a new user-centric one, addressing users' issues. Implementations brought significant revenue to the business and helped it grow further.

Wireframing Prototyping UX Research Branding Storytelling

Apprenticeship UX Researcher/HCI Researcher

HU Visual Thinking

Jul 2023 - Oct 2023 (3 months)

Conducted research into the interaction between humans and AI within recommender interfaces, optimizing HTML & CSS recommendation algorithms for user-centric design.

Project Management Problem Solving HTML CSS Figma

Freelance Product Designer

Stella (Part of Antler)

Jun 2023 - Jul 2023 (1 month)

Researched and synthesized findings to design the MVP UX/UI as a responsive web app in collaboration with team members and stakeholders.

Research Collaboration Responsive Design Web Development

Freelance UX/UI Designer

Fleeps

May 2023 - Jun 2023 (1 month)

Enhanced the engagement of the existing travel platform by implementing a new UX strategy, resulting in a 10% rise in new sign-ups.

UX Strategy User Engagement Remote Collaboration

Freelance Product Designer

The Pilates Lab Studio

Apr 2023 - May 2023 (1 month)

Designed a responsive e-commerce web platform for a boutique Pilates studio to increase visibility and customer engagement.

Responsive Design User Engagement Web Development

Volunteering UX Event

Self-Study

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Embarked on a journey relocating to the Netherlands, discovering a passion for UX/UI design and dedicating time to self-study and research.

Research UX UI Design Career Transition

Senior Architectural Coordinator and Lead

Erbug Architecture Company

Feb 2018 - Jan 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Led architectural projects and coordinated teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Project Coordination Team Leadership Architecture Client Management Communication

Freelance Senior Architect

ivaBOX

Jun 2017 - Dec 2017 (6 months)

Provided architectural design services on a freelance basis, focusing on innovative solutions.

Architecture Design Freelancing Innovation Project Management

Senior Architect

Pronil Architecture Company

Jun 2017 - Dec 2017 (6 months)

Worked on various architectural projects, contributing to design and execution.

Architecture Design Team Collaboration

Architect

Erbug Architecture Company

May 2014 - May 2017 (3 years)

Contributed to architectural projects, focusing on design and client needs.

Design Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Dokuz Eylul University

Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture

2009 - 2014

Studied architecture, focusing on design principles, project management, and construction techniques, which laid the foundation for a career in architecture and design.