Adobe XD, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Adobe Acrobat Professional (PDF's) Sketch Invision Figma Working knowledge of HTML, CSS WIX Microsoft Office: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
CAROL SOLANGY JIMENÉZ
Westminster,CA
Summary
Experience product designer from NYC to LA excelling in startups, non-profit and e-commerce environments bringing innovation and leadership; providing an astute eye for cutting-edge trends, technology, and strategy; demonstrated problem solving, dedication, organizational skills, strong work ethic, team-oriented, focus, great enthusiasm and communication skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
UI/UX Designer & Product Development (Consultant)
CASOJI Designs
, NJ
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Responsible for product development, market research and prototyping while helping small businesses achieve their marketing goals and help solve their design and business challenges.
Senior Interactive Designer (Contractor)
UBS, United Bank of Switzerland
Weehawken, NJ
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted team with planning and problem solving for products using creative flows and iteration of prototypes.
- Designed original artwork, iconography, and illustration for web and mobile applications.
- Developed aesthetically User interface (UI)/ User Experience (UX) designs and motion graphics based on user research.
- Orchestrated responsive design with A/B testing/QA and troubleshooting with our prototypes as needed.
Senior Designer (Contractor)
CafeMoM
New York, NY
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided art direction, strategy, and leadership to develop a quarterly print brochure implementing brand new guidelines.
- Designed and produced 22-page brochure from start to completion in all stages of execution using extensive graphs.
- Brainstormed with senior management to provide product development, logo and brand strategy concepts.
Interactive Designer
Cpa2Biz.com
New York, NY
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Collaborated in developing new interface design using UX methods (prototyping, interaction flow diagrams, Information architecture) for the AICPA/CPA2Biz e-commerce web site; pioneering use of video, social media.
- Spearheaded brand facelift and interactive strategy for email templates design in accordance with branding; and integrated marketing tactics to further drive consumer engagement and conversion rates.
- Generated 5,000 new members in first two weeks following launch; executing effective advertising campaign strategy.
- Executed layout and production of 150-200-page catalogs, 250+ booklets, annual reports, and educational materials.
- Created/designed/project managed collateral spanning logos, corporate branding materials, ads, brochures, magazine layouts, pamphlets, product catalogs, conference programs, direct mail postcards, newsletters, posters, and signage.
Design Manager
Lippincott Mercer Brand and Strategic Design
New York, NY
01.2007 - 01.2007
- Managed/executed heavy production and design schedule for Fortune 500 clients including Hyatt, Delta, and Quick Check.
- Assisted Production Manager; coordinating project oversight with offices in London, Dubai, Hong Kong, Paris and Boston.
- Collaborated with Interior Designers, Creative Directors and Brand Managers in overseeing production of brand implementation for retail stores including Wal-Mart, Sprint, and Borders.
Senior Production Associate
AICPA
Jersey City, NJ
03.2001 - 12.2006
- Developed solid production skills; providing hands-on layout of books, book covers, manuals, booklets, and manuscripts
- Designed/restructured newsletters, magazines, brochures, conference materials, handouts, posters, logos, book video courses and web versions of AICPA publications for the Electronic Publishing Services Team (EPS)
- Managed, designed, produced, and optimized digital artwork to implement site changes; building prototypes for web
- Cut operating costs by 55%; designing publications and logos in-house to eliminate the need for outsourcing
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Digital Design and Illustration
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ 05.2001 - 05.2001
UI/UX Design Certificate -
NOBLE Desktop
New York, NY 10.2018 - 10.2018
Additional Information
- AWARDS & RECOGNITION ‘, Certificate of Appreciation’ from Cpa2biz.com 2010 Recognized for valuable design contribution to the LETS project; delivering the Next Generation AICPA website Toastmasters International Communication Program, Competent Communicator Award 2012
Software
Certification
[Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
Timeline
UI/UX Design Certificate -
NOBLE Desktop
10.2018 - 10.2018
[Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
10-2018
UI/UX Designer & Product Development (Consultant)
CASOJI Designs
01.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Interactive Designer (Contractor)
UBS, United Bank of Switzerland
01.2014 - 01.2016
Senior Designer (Contractor)
CafeMoM
01.2011 - 01.2012
Interactive Designer
Cpa2Biz.com
01.2007 - 01.2010
Design Manager
Lippincott Mercer Brand and Strategic Design
01.2007 - 01.2007
Bachelor’s Degree - Digital Design and Illustration
New Jersey City University
05.2001 - 05.2001
Senior Production Associate
AICPA
03.2001 - 12.2006
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