I’m looking for a UX/UI, web, or design role where I can build real products, solve meaningful user problems, and collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders. I value thoughtful design, clear communication, continuous learning, and making design decisions driven by user research and business goals.
Sarah User
@sarahhaw
Passionate UX/UI designer driving user-centered digital experiences and design-led product growth.
What I'm looking for
I am a UX/UI designer with hands-on experience leading design teams, building design systems, and delivering research-driven interfaces for web and mobile. I’ve led projects end-to-end, created high-fidelity prototypes that accelerated stakeholder approvals, and partnered with QA and engineering to ensure final builds match intended UX standards.
I’ve founded a freelance design studio, boosted social engagement through visual strategy, and mentored multi-person creative teams in both academic and professional settings. I focus on creative problem-solving, accessibility, and collaboration to drive digital transformation and measurable results for clients and products.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
UX/UI Design Head
Samahan Systems Development
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Led and mentored a 10+ member design team, built unified design systems, and delivered three major projects while reducing stakeholder approval time by 25%. Coordinated client feedback and partnered with QA to ensure final builds matched UX standards.
Founder / Freelance Designer
Elysan Design Studios
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Founded a freelance studio delivering 200+ infographics, brochures, and social media assets, grew TikTok followership 500% to 3k+ followers, and managed data for 100+ recurring clients to streamline workflows.
QA Testing and UX/UI Design Intern
Tactiv
May 2025 - Jul 2025 (2 months)
Performed structured usability testing across 400+ test cases, conducted UX research (competitive analyses, personas), and designed high-fidelity prototypes to validate user flows and inform design decisions.
Head Graphic Designer
Borderline Travel And Tours
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Led design of promotional materials that increased client engagement and conversions by 750% and boosted online visibility by 320% through targeted social content and market-aligned visuals.
Creatives Head
Computer Science Student Executive Council
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 11 months)
Directed a 20+ designer team to develop event branding and workshops, increasing student participation and delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ateneo de Davao University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2022 - 2026
Grade: 3.7
Activities and societies: Student Executive Council Creatives Head, UX/UI Design Head, Officer in various secretariat committees across campus. Also won 1st place in our Department-wide UX/UI competition
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with Dean's Lister recognition (>3.5 QPI), and President's Lister recognition (>3.7 QPI).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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