Luiz S.
Web Designer

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Bio

A self-taught designer with a career beginning at 17 in a web design agency and has since concentrated extensively on design. The professional journey includes roles such as Art Assistant, Designer, Art Director, and Branding Coordinator, with a significant specialization in the digital domain.

Designer
6/1/2023 - Present

In the role of a UI Designer within the e-commerce sector, substantial expertise was developed in creating visually engaging and user-friendly interfaces using Adobe Creative Suite and Sketch. Experience includes designing responsive layouts and prototypes with Figma and InVision, ensuring seamless user experiences across various devices. Knowledge was further expanded in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to facilitate front-end development collaboration. Worked extensively with frameworks like Bootstrap and Material-UI for streamlined and efficient design processes. Strong understanding of user experience (UX) principles and practices was cultivated, alongside conducting usability tests and analyzing user feedback to iterate on design improvements. Proficient in utilizing data analytics tools such as Google Analytics to track and analyze user behavior, contributing to data-driven design decisions. Played a key role in maintaining consistent brand identity by adhering to design guidelines and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and marketing specialists. Demonstrated an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and delivering high-quality work.
Digital Designer
10/1/2022 - 7/1/2023

Gained extensive experience as a digital campaign designer, leveraging tools such as Adobe Suite and Figma. Developed and executed visually compelling digital marketing campaigns, showcasing strong creative and technical skills. Created and optimized graphics for various digital platforms, ensuring brand consistency and high engagement rates. Mastered the use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects for designing and animating assets. Utilized Figma for wireframing, prototyping, and collaborative design, fostering efficient teamwork and feedback integration. Enhanced overall project delivery and contributed to successful marketing outcomes through innovative design solutions.
Brand Design Manager
2/1/2021 - 6/1/2022

Demonstrated expertise in Python, JavaScript, and SQL. Hands-on experience with Django and Flask frameworks, ensuring efficient web application development and maintenance. Proficient in utilizing Angular and React for frontend development. Showcased ability to manage databases using MySQL and PostgreSQL, enhancing data integrity and security. Developed automated scripts and processes using Bash and PowerShell, leading to optimized workflow operations. Applied knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes to streamline containerization and orchestration. Utilized Jenkins for continuous integration and delivery pipelines, ensuring seamless deployment practices. Leveraged AWS services, including EC2, S3, and RDS, to architect scalable and robust cloud solutions. Employed Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, to facilitate project management and team collaboration. Effective use of version control systems like Git and Bitbucket for code repository management.
Art Director
1/1/2018 - 1/1/2021

Developed advanced proficiency in Python, Django, and Flask frameworks, contributing to the design and implementation of scalable web applications. Acquired extensive experience with JavaScript frameworks, specifically React and Angular, optimizing client-side performance and enhancing user experience. Demonstrated expertise in relational and non-relational databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval. Utilized tools such as Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration, promoting agile development practices and facilitating continuous integration and deployment pipelines. Maintained collaborative code development and version control using Git and GitHub, fostering team collaboration and code quality. Worked with cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, utilizing services like EC2, S3, and Azure DevOps to deploy and manage applications at scale. Applied knowledge of RESTful and GraphQL APIs for robust backend communication and integration with third-party services. Conducted thorough testing using Jest and Pytest, ensuring the reliability and robustness of applications before deployment.
Art Director
1/1/2018 - 11/1/2018

Spearheaded art direction and design for on/off campaigns, demonstrating creative leadership and strategic planning. Developed proficiency in leveraging design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, to create visually compelling marketing materials. Utilized frameworks like Bootstrap and Angular for web design projects, ensuring responsive and aesthetically pleasing layouts. Demonstrated expertise in user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design principles, enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction. Managed project workflows with tools like Trello and JIRA, optimizing efficiency and meeting stringent deadlines. Facilitated collaborative efforts using communication platforms such as Slack and Microsoft Teams, fostering a cohesive environment among cross-functional teams. Delved into data analytics with Google Analytics and Adobe Analytics to measure campaign effectiveness and inform design adjustments. Enhanced skill set in branding and typography to maintain consistency across all marketing assets.
Designer
1/1/2015 - 12/1/2018

Gained extensive experience in UI design within the e-commerce sector, developing proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks such as React and Angular. Designed and implemented user interfaces ensuring seamless user experiences and responsiveness across various devices. Utilized Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma to create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, while adhering to UX best practices and accessibility standards. Demonstrated strong skills in user research, A/B testing, and iterative design processes, leveraging tools like Google Analytics and Hotjar to gather data and inform design decisions. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and marketing specialists to align UI designs with business goals and technical constraints.
Web Designer
1/1/2013 - 12/1/2014

Gained experience in front-end development, where responsibilities included making changes and creating projects to enhance user interfaces. Designed the layout of various internal pages, employing strong design principles and modern UI/UX practices to improve overall usability and aesthetic appeal. Developed technical proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related frameworks. Collaborated with teams to gather requirements and implement feedback to continually refine and optimize the front-end experience. Utilized version control systems to ensure smooth project progression and code integrity.