Damilola Olayiwola
@damilolaolayiwola
Multifaceted Product Designer with a passion for user-centric solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a Multifaceted Solutions Designer with extensive experience in creating intuitive and functional products that enhance user experiences and drive business success. My journey has been marked by a commitment to understanding user needs and translating them into compelling design solutions. I thrive in dynamic environments, leveraging both brand and product design skills to forge unique identities that resonate with target markets.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led design teams in various capacities, from redesigning mobile applications to developing comprehensive design systems. My recent role as Product Design Lead at Renmoney Microfinance Bank saw a significant increase in user acquisition and retention, showcasing my ability to align design with business objectives. I am passionate about mentoring junior designers and fostering a culture of continuous learning within my teams.
With a strong foundation in user research and a keen eye for detail, I am dedicated to creating seamless user experiences that not only meet but exceed expectations. I am excited to bring my expertise to new challenges and contribute to innovative projects that make a difference.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Product Design Lead
Renmoney Microfinance Bank
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Led the redesign of the Renmoney mobile app, achieving a 25% increase in user acquisition and a 20% boost in retention. Collaborated with product managers and engineers to align design with development, conducted user research, and mentored junior designers.
Lead Product Designer
Chimoney.io
Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 (2 months)
Redesigned the Unispend Marketplace, resulting in a 25% increase in user acquisition. Led design efforts for a cryptocurrency-enabled e-commerce platform, optimizing user flows and enhancing the shopping experience.
Founding Designer and Product Lead
Scrim App
Sep 2022 - Mar 2023 (6 months)
Designed the Scrim app, achieving over 1,000 onboardings in the first 30 days. Developed a social payment app that attracted over 5,000 users in 6 months, leading to the company's acquisition by Chimoney.
Lead Product Designer
Venture Garden Group
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Redesigned B2G solutions, resulting in a 25% increase in user acquisition. Championed accessibility initiatives, improving app compliance with WCAG standards and enhancing user experience.
Lead Product Designer
SendChamp
Jun 2021 - Feb 2022 (8 months)
Redesigned SendChamp's product, leading to a 71% increase in onboarding and a $100k pre-seed raise. Collaborated with the development team to enhance the CRM system, fostering growth in the developer community.
Designer
Digifigs
Jan 2020 - Nov 2020 (10 months)
Designed web and mobile UI, developed prototypes for user testing, and created design systems for consistency. Contributed to product design for various client brands.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Future London Academy
Mini-MBA, Design
2024 - 2024
Completed a Mini-MBA for Designers, focusing on advanced design principles and strategies to enhance product design and user experience.
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Arts, English Literature
2015 - 2019
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature with Double Honors, studying various literary theories, critical analysis, and creative writing.
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