Jafar BedjaJB
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Jafar Bedja

@jafarbedja

Founder and CEO with a passion for innovative design solutions.

Belgium
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What I'm looking for

I seek opportunities that foster innovation and creativity, with a focus on impactful design solutions.

I am Jafar Bedja, an award-winning designer and entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience in product development and design. As the founder and CEO of multiple startups, I have successfully led teams in creating innovative solutions that blend creativity with technology. My educational background includes a Master of Science in Industrial and Product Design, which has equipped me with a solid foundation to tackle complex design challenges.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions to the field, including receiving the Digital Product Award in 2023. I thrive on challenges and am driven by a solution-oriented mindset, always seeking to push the boundaries of design while ensuring functionality and user experience are at the forefront of my work. My projects range from smart parking applications to AI-driven platforms, showcasing my versatility and commitment to delivering impactful designs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

OP

Senior UI/UX Designer

Optimile

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Designed B2C mobile and B2B web applications for Mobility-as-a-Service and Charging-as-a-Service platforms. Integrated various transportation services, wallet functionalities, and mobility budgets for seamless multimodal travel.

OL

Product Designer

Odette Lunettes

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 6 months)

Designed products for Odette Lunettes. Focused on aesthetic and functional aspects of product development.

CO

UI/UX Designer

Coteng

Jun 2018 - Present (7 years 1 month)

Designed responsive web tools for monitoring business performance in the car-paint industry, including a modular KPI cockpit. Collaborated with international development teams to deliver solutions across multiple platforms.

BB

Creative Business Development

Binôche Starsky Belgium

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 8 months)

Contributed to creative business development initiatives. Focused on strategic growth and market positioning for the company.

CL

Co-founder, UI/UX Designer

Claxonn

May 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Co-founded and designed a B2C mobile application for smart parking, enabling on-street parking via an IoT solution. Focused on maximizing existing infrastructure and reducing parking conflicts.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

AA

Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen

Bachelor’s degree Product Development, Product Development

Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Product Development at Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen. This program focused on the design and development of products, equipping me with essential skills in the field.

RA

Royal Lyceum Of Antwerp

Economics & Modern Languages, Economics & Modern Languages

Studied Economics and Modern Languages. Gained foundational knowledge in economic principles and developed proficiency in various modern languages.

AA

Artesis Hogeschool Antwerpen

Bachelor’s degree, Product Development

Completed a Bachelor's degree in Product Development. Focused on the design and development processes of various products.

UA

University of Antwerp

Master of Science (MSc), Industrial and Product Design

Earned a Master of Science degree in Industrial and Product Design. Specialized in advanced concepts and methodologies within industrial and product design.

UA

University of Antwerp

Master of Science (MSc), Industrial and Product Design, Industrial and Product Design

Earned a Master of Science in Industrial and Product Design from the University of Antwerp. This advanced degree deepened my expertise in industrial design, product innovation, and strategic design thinking.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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