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Athar Abolela

Athar Abolela

Houma,LA

Summary

  • "Led development of a mobile app addressing accessibility and language barriers for users with reading difficulties. Guided the project from user research to high-fidelity prototype, implementing features like text-to-speech and seamless translation. Achieved a user-friendly solution enhancing communication and accessibility for the target audience."
  • "Revitalized a coffee shop mobile app to streamline user experience, enabling customers to order in-store and have their orders delivered to their table. Addressed the time constraints of busy users, enhancing efficiency and ensuring a seamless dining experience."
  • "Led four comprehensive end-to-end projects, applying UX design principles to effectively address user problems outlined in detailed case studies. Applied Gestalt Principles and Information Architecture (IA), ensuring a holistic and user-centric approach to design solutions."

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer UX Designer

Keelworks
12.2023 - Current
  • Participated in design review meetings to brainstorm new UX developments through collaborative thinking.
  • Presented UX designs and solutions to senior staff, evangelizing for user-centric design decisions.
  • Performed manual testing on UX design elements and complete UX designs, authoring feedback reports for use in future updates.
  • Applied both qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques to continuously improve end-user experiences.
  • Analyzed user feedback to influence future UX updates, ameliorating user concerns and pain points during subsequent patch cycles.
  • Tested websites at different design and production stages to assess conformance with designs.
  • Created maps, models and templates for diverse projects.

Graphic Designer

Uniawesomeshirts
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • This venture has sharpened my time management and responsiveness to user needs, highlighting the significance of agility and customer focus for a seamless experience from creation to delivery.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Created logos, illustrations and typography for various organizations.
  • Researched trends and projected industry changes to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Implemented design feedback from customers and internal stakeholders to improve project outcomes.

Graphic Designer

Avenue J
11.2016 - 06.2017
  • As a graphic designer, my approach is centered on attentive listening to clients' needs and aspirations
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, T-shirts, and signs.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Implemented design feedback from customers and internal stakeholders to improve project outcomes.
  • Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
  • Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create high-quality graphics, illustrations and layouts.

Education

Bachelor - Graphic Design

Alexandria University

Certificate -

Google UX Design Certificate
12.2023

Skills

  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Product Usability Assessment
  • Wireframing and Prototype Design
  • Responsive Design
  • Journey Mapping
  • A and B Testing
  • UX Performance Analysis
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

English

Timeline

Volunteer UX Designer

Keelworks
12.2023 - Current

Graphic Designer

Uniawesomeshirts
11.2021 - 04.2022

Graphic Designer

Avenue J
11.2016 - 06.2017

Bachelor - Graphic Design

Alexandria University

Certificate -

Google UX Design Certificate
Athar Abolela