Darin MenezesDM
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Darin Menezes

@darinmenezes

Versatile product designer specializing in user-centered design and gamification.

India

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters creativity and innovation, with opportunities for growth and collaboration.

I am a versatile product designer with a strong focus on user-centered design and gamification, dedicated to creating seamless digital experiences. With over 11 million users impacted and $100K raised through innovative design solutions, I have a proven track record of delivering results-driven projects. My expertise spans across various domains, including SaaS teams and start-ups, where I have successfully led design initiatives that align with business goals.

Currently, I serve as an Experience Design Specialist at The Minimalist Design, where I explore creative approaches for gamification features and conceptualize user experiences for MVP launches. My collaborative work with cross-functional teams has honed my skills in communication and problem-solving, enabling me to deliver impactful prototypes and redesign key landing pages for notable brands like NextBillion and Everta. I am proficient in tools such as Figma, Framer, and Adobe Creative Suite, which I leverage to craft visually compelling designs that resonate with users.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

TD
Current

Experience Design Specialist

The Minimalist Design

Sep 2024 - Present (8 months)

As an Experience Design Specialist, I focused on user-centered design and interaction design, exploring gamification features and conceptualizing information architecture. I collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver research projects under tight deadlines, leading the redesign of key landing pages for brands like NextBillion and Everta.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

DU

Don Bosco College aff. to Mumbai University

Bachelor of Arts, Multimedia and Mass Communication

2021 - 2024

Grade: 9.0 CGPA

Activities and societies: Contributed to $100K raised by designing compelling prototypes and products.

Focused on storytelling, empathy, digital media, and design. Achieved a 9.0 CGPA while contributing to various design projects and prototypes.

LC

Lourdes College of Science and Commerce

Higher Secondary Certificate, Commerce

2019 - 2021

Completed HSC in Commerce, focusing on foundational business principles and practices.

California College of the Arts logoCA

California College of the Arts

Certifications, Design

Completed certifications in Web Design Strategy, UX Design Fundamentals, and Visual Elements of User Interface Design.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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