KRKaterina Rabadzhiyska
@katerinarabadzhiyska
Strategic UX/UI Designer focused on accessibility and user retention.
ItalyWhat I'm looking for
With over 15 years of client-focused sales experience, I am a strategic UX/UI Designer dedicated to creating accessible and user-friendly digital experiences. My expertise lies in applying WCAG standards to redesigns, ensuring that user needs align with business objectives. I thrive on collaboration and have successfully worked with cross-functional teams to enhance user retention through thoughtful design.
Currently, I serve as the Lead UI/UX Designer at Kiran Foundation, where I conduct heuristic evaluations and accessibility audits to identify usability issues before website redesigns. My recent projects include redesigning a 10+ page website to improve information architecture and visual hierarchy, resulting in reduced drop-off rates. I am passionate about utilizing data-driven insights, such as Hotjar heatmap analysis, to inform my design decisions and enhance user experiences.
Throughout my career, I have collaborated with product teams to develop intuitive interfaces for various platforms, ensuring that functionality and visual appeal are balanced. My commitment to iterative design and user research has allowed me to create high-fidelity prototypes and style guides that maintain consistency across deliverables. I am excited to continue pushing the boundaries of UX/UI design and contributing to projects that prioritize accessibility and user satisfaction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead UI/UX Designer
Kiran Foundation
Feb 2025 - Present (9 months)
Conducted heuristic evaluations and accessibility audits to identify usability and compliance issues ahead of website redesign. Redesigned 10+ page website to improve information architecture, visual hierarchy, and text clarity. Adjusted redesigns based on Hotjar heatmap data to enhance user experience and accessibility and reduced drop off rates.
UI/UX Designer
The KeelWorks Foundation
May 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Collaborated with UX/UI Leads to design two NDA-protected platforms: a portfolio generator tool and a dashboard for educational courses. Partnered with product teams to translate user needs into intuitive interfaces for both projects, balancing functionality with visual appeal. Created user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes in Figma for NDA-protected platforms, ensuring alignment wit
UI/UX Designer
Audemy Organization
May 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Performed heuristic evaluations to assess accessibility compliance and identify areas for improvement in website redesign. Designed responsive web interfaces in Figma, including low and high-fidelity wireframes. Collaborated with a cross-functional team of 10 (developers, PMs, designers) to execute website redesign.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Professional Certificate, UX Design
Completed a comprehensive program covering the fundamentals of UX design, including user research, ideation, wireframing, and prototyping. Gained practical skills in designing user-centered digital products.
Square Academy
Certificate, UI Design for Mobile Apps & Responsive Web
Studied UI design principles specifically for mobile applications and responsive web interfaces. Developed skills in creating visually appealing and functional user interfaces across different devices.
Asen Zlatarov University
Master’s, Business Management
Pursued advanced studies in Business Management, gaining knowledge in strategic planning, organizational behavior, and leadership. Developed a strong foundation in business principles relevant to various industries.
Availability
Location
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