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Riya Hetsko

@riyahetsko

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Experienced UX/UI Designer with a passion for user-centric solutions.

Poland

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values creativity and strategic insight, fostering innovation.

As a Mobile UX/UI Designer with over three years of experience, I specialize in creating inclusive, user-centric solutions that drive measurable impact, particularly in the fintech sector. My journey has been marked by a proven track record of improving conversion rates and delivering investor-ready MVPs. I thrive on collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to craft intuitive interfaces that resonate with users.

My recent role at Smart Mate involved leading the end-to-end design of an app aimed at assisting hearing and speech-impaired individuals. This project not only secured interest from key investors but also enhanced usability ratings through innovative design features. Additionally, my freelance work has allowed me to deliver impactful designs for over ten mobile and web applications, significantly boosting user engagement metrics for various clients.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

UI/UX Designer

Smart Mate

Jul 2024 - Oct 2024 (3 months)

Led the end-to-end design of an MVP for a communication app aimed at hearing and speech impaired users. Collaborated with developers and user researchers to enhance usability ratings and designed an intuitive interface that increased adoption among beta users by 8%.

UI Design UX Design Usability Testing Figma Prototyping User Research Visual Design Collaboration Information Architecture

UI/UX Designer

Self Employed

Dec 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 3 months)

Delivered designs for over 10 mobile and web applications, improving user engagement metrics significantly, including a 9% boost in retention rates for a fitness app redesign. Designed branding assets for a non-profit, increasing event participation by 15%.

UI Design UX Design Mobile App Design Web Design Branding User Engagement Figma Adobe Suite Prototyping

UI/UX Designer

Front Financial Inc.

Feb 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 9 months)

Worked on digital products for a fintech start-up, leading a redesign that increased app conversion rates by 12% and streamlined user onboarding by 15%. Developed brand guidelines and created over 100 marketing materials, including a Nasdaq-featured campaign.

UI Design UX Design Fintech Conversion Rate Optimization User Onboarding Collaboration Figma User Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kharkiv State Academy of Culture

Bachelor of Advertising and Public Relations, Advertising and Public Relations

2015 - 2019

Studied Advertising and Public Relations, focusing on communication strategies, media relations, and creative design. Developed skills in crafting compelling narratives and understanding audience engagement.