Gikunju Collins
@gikunjucollins
Product Designer.
What I'm looking for
I bring over seven years of experience as a product designer, with a strong background in leading UX/UI design initiatives and driving user-centered design strategies in both agile and enterprise environments. My career has been focused on transforming complex workflows into intuitive, seamless experiences while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. I've successfully built and managed design systems, mentored teams, and created scalable solutions that balance user needs and business goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Website Designer
ReDeFi
Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Led the design and development of user-centered DeFi and Web3 products, ensuring cross-browser compatibility and utilizing data-driven insights to enhance user interface design. Collaborated with developers to implement web technologies and improve product performance.
Lead Designer
Pitch Direct
Dec 2023 - Apr 2024 (4 months)
Developed cohesive branding strategies across digital platforms and led the creation of design systems and mobile apps. Improved user experience through R&D initiatives and managed high-profile projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and effective stakeholder communication.
Senior Product/UI-UX Designer
Big Orange Cat
Dec 2023 - Apr 2024 (4 months)
Acted as product manager and lead designer, enhancing efficiency through agile methodologies. Spearheaded the creation of an AI-powered ATS dashboard and translated stakeholder requirements into innovative design solutions.
Senior Product/UI-UX Designer
Yellow Card
Jan 2022 - Mar 2024 (2 years 2 months)
Led product design for fintech and blockchain applications, focusing on data visualization and user experience research. Managed stakeholder engagement and developed UI designs for web and mobile applications.
Senior Product/UI-UX Designer
Play
Aug 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 2 months)
Led the design of web and mobile platforms, enhancing user experience through research and interactive elements. Managed design operations and coached junior designers, contributing to product and brand strategy.
Frontend Designer/Developer
Jiji Online Marketplace
Jan 2022 - Sep 2023 (1 year 8 months)
Designed and developed B2B and B2C products, focusing on user-centered principles and compliance with HIPAA. Established a style guide and conducted research to refine design solutions.
Product/UI-UX Designer
Pumpkin
Oct 2021 - May 2022 (7 months)
Led the design of B2B and B2C products, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and enhancing cybersecurity. Collaborated with teams to ensure seamless integration of developer tools.
Freelance Designer
Upwork
Feb 2018 - Jan 2022 (3 years 11 months)
Designed and developed digital products, leveraging design systems and customer insights. Collaborated with development teams to ensure scalable solutions and seamless integration.
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