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Ricardo Jorge Martins

@ricardojorgemartins

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Results-driven Senior UX Designer with expertise in design systems and user experience.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in a collaborative environment that values innovation and design systems, offering opportunities for growth and impactful contributions to user experience.

As a seasoned UX designer with over a decade of experience, I have led numerous high-impact projects across various industries, focusing on creating intuitive and user-centric designs. My journey began in graphic design, evolving into UX/UI as I recognized the importance of user empathy in digital products. I take pride in building design systems that streamline development and enhance user satisfaction.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with esteemed companies like Sphera, Blossomt, and Looper Insights. At Sphera, I spearheaded the development of their Design System, which significantly reduced development costs and boosted user satisfaction. My work at Blossomt involved guiding multiple startups to successful launches and aiding companies in acquisition processes.

I am passionate about fostering collaboration and empathy in the design process. My approach combines systems thinking with attention to detail, ensuring that every project I undertake not only meets but exceeds expectations. I am committed to continuous learning and adapting to new challenges, which has been instrumental in my success across diverse roles and industries.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of UX & Founder

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Blossomt Consulting

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 9 months)

Led multiple projects to meet client needs, successfully helping five companies get acquired and launching four startups.

Project Management UX Strategy Team Leadership Design Thinking Business Development Stakeholder Management Agile Methodologies User Experience

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Head of UX & Founder

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Blossomt

Sep 2017 - Present (7 years 9 months)

Led multiple projects to meet client needs, helping 5 companies get acquired and launching 4 startups.

UX Design Project Management Business Strategy

Current

Sr. UX Designer

Current

Sphera

Sep 2018 - Present (6 years 9 months)

Led several SaaS products and projects, building the Sphera Design System from end to end. Increased user satisfaction by 29% and new sales by 34%. The design system decreased development costs by 41%. Sphera was acquired for 1.4 billion.

UX Design SaaS Design Systems User Research Project Management Interaction Design Prototyping Agile Methodologies

Sr. Product Designer

Supply Stack

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Led the Mobile Driver App project, responsible for creating layouts, interactions, and UX, increasing user satisfaction by 53%.

Product Design Mobile App Design User Experience Interaction Design

Sr. Product Designer

Looper Insights

Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)

Responsible for redesigning the product and building the Looper Insights Design System, which decreased development costs by 18% and helped raise investment.

Product Design UX Design Design Systems Interaction Design

Head of UI/UX

SparesFinder

Sep 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year)

Led the development of the Finder module, creating a search engine that improved user experience and gained 7 new clients.

User Experience Design Systems

Head of UI/UX

Rungway

Jun 2015 - Sep 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Led the UX team and created the MVP of the product, building the Rungway Design System and assisting in product ideation and launch.

UX Design Team Leadership Design Systems Product Launch

Head of Design

BMT London

Oct 2013 - Jun 2015 (1 year 8 months)

Led creative teams on multiple projects, gaining new clients through structured presentations and strategic creative direction.

Creative Direction Project Management Team Leadership Digital Strategy

Sr. UX Designer

Connect IB

Jun 2014 - Oct 2014 (4 months)

Created and built a hospitality portal for the Rugby World Cup 2015 in England.

UX Design Web Development Event Management Hospitality Design User Experience

Art Director

Bee Ineditus

Oct 2010 - Feb 2011 (4 months)

Created Bayer's digital sustainability report, focusing on impactful design and communication.

Art Direction Sustainability Reporting Digital Design Communication Strategy Graphic Design

Head of UI/UX

Alice YN Group

Jan 2013 - Jun 2013 (5 months)

Led the Vodka Absolut digital platform project and created a fan portal for Sporting Clube de Portugal, increasing membership by 17%.

Project Management User Engagement

Sr. Art Director

Carmen YN Group

Apr 2012 - Feb 2013 (10 months)

Led the creation of sustainability reports and digital campaigns, increasing customer traffic by 63%.

Art Direction Sustainability Reporting User Engagement Creative Strategy

Sr. Creative Freelancer

Sonae Group

Apr 2011 - Aug 2012 (1 year 4 months)

Created MyGalp Magazine and developed UX patterns and layouts for Galp Intranet.

Freelance Design

Sr. Art Director

YN Group

Jan 2012 - Apr 2012 (3 months)

Led the digital campaign for Millenium BCP, focusing on engaging customers through innovative strategies.

Art Direction Digital Marketing Campaign Strategy Customer Engagement Creative Direction

Head of Design

Together

Feb 2011 - Jan 2012 (11 months)

Created a new digital portal for GSK and worked on various projects for pharmaceutical companies.

Design Leadership Project Management Creative Direction

Graphic Designer

Playboy

May 2009 - Jul 2010 (1 year 2 months)

Created the digital magazine edition in Portugal and contributed to the physical Playboy magazine, increasing digital platform membership by 48%.

Graphic Design Digital Publishing User Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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Design Systems, Design Systems

2019 -

Design Systems training emphasizing various design methodologies and tools.

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Design Systems Pro, Design

2019 -

Training in Design Systems.

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Digital Products Pro, Digital Design

2016 -

Training in Digital Products, Heuristic Evaluation, and Wireframing.

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Digital Products, Digital Design

2016 -

Digital Products training focusing on Heuristic Evaluation, Wireframing, and Design Systems.

The Edge

UI/UX Pro, User Experience

2013 -

UI/UX Pro training focusing on Usability Testing, Empathy Mapping, Build Scenario, User Research, and Interviewing.

The Edge

Graphic Design Pro, Graphic Design

2006 -

Photoshop Pro training covering Task Analysis, Interaction Design, Prototyping, and Design Systems.

IADE

Master’s in Advertising, Advertising

2008 - 2012

Master’s in Advertising with a focus on User Experience Design, Project Management, User Interface Design, Team Management, Mobile Design, and Product Management.