Mauricio Zuñiga
@mauriciozuiga
UX/UI designer and web developer blending research, motion design, and data-driven decision-making.
What I'm looking for
I’m a UX/UI designer with a strong background in web development and motion design, complemented by prior experience in financial data analytics and hands-on leadership as a business owner and executive manager. I use research to uncover needs, then translate insights into wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes that teams can execute.
Since January 2024, I’ve been a Product & Web Designer for restaurant clients as a freelancer—conducting user research, competitive analysis, and usability testing. I build in Figma, then design and ship responsive WordPress and Framer experiences, maintaining WCAG-aligned accessibility practices and basic SEO optimization across deliverables.
From April 2016 to May 2023, I led as Owner, Manager & Web Designer for Dulce Junio Café, building our digital presence end-to-end. I contributed to a 28% revenue increase year-over-year, and I iterated on the website alongside improvements to the physical experience using customer journey insights from in-store observation and feedback.
Earlier, I worked as a DataAnalyst at WalmartGlobal and as a DataProcessor at BaxterAmericas Services, strengthening my focus on accuracy, workflow efficiency, and clear documentation. Now, I’m an M.S. graduate pursuing new opportunities where I can develop innovative digital solutions with a blend of UX rigor and operational clarity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Product & Web Designer
Freelancer
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Conducted user research, competitive analysis, and usability testing for restaurant clients, translating findings into wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes in Figma. Designed and shipped responsive WordPress and Framer websites, improving information architecture and checkout flow to drive a 25–30% increase in online engagement and orders.
Owner, Manager & Web Designer
Dulce Junio Café
Apr 2016 - May 2023 (7 years 1 month)
Owned and developed the brand’s digital presence end-to-end, contributing to a 28% year-over-year revenue increase. Drove social media strategy and content design while using customer journey insights to iteratively improve both the in-store experience and the website.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Quinnipiac University
Master of Science, Interactive Media and Communications
2024 -
Pursuing an M.S. in Interactive Media and Communications at Quinnipiac University (Aug 2024–May 2026).
Universidad Latina de Costa Rica
Bachelor of Science, Business and Finance
2011 - 2016
Earned a B.S. in Business and Finance at Universidad Latina de Costa Rica (Feb 2011–Oct 2016).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
www.zunigamauricio.comJob categories
Skills
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