Hello :)

I'm Vanessa

I'm a UX/UI Designer with a strong emphasis on clear information architecture and visual storytelling. I've worked over the years with startups, non-profits, and large companies in both freelance and full-time roles. I hold a Bachelor of Design and a Master’s in Interaction and Experience Design from the University of Limerick, where I’ve also guest lectured on design thinking for undergraduate students.

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Experience

2022 - 2025

UX/UI Designer

Surikat

Led the end-to-end design of digital products for several clients. Partnered with a cross functional team to translate complex requirements into user-centered solutions. Defined UX strategies through stakeholder interviews, journey mapping, and research synthesis. Designed scalable UI systems in Figma, developed interactive prototypes, and worked closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation. Contributed to visual branding, product structure, and design documentation across multiple projects.

2021 - 2022

Graphic Designer Intern

ITOP Consulting

Supported the marketing and product teams by creating digital and print assets for internal tools and client-facing campaigns. Contributed to the visual design of promotional materials, infographics, UI designs and brand-aligned templates. Assisted in refining iconography, layout systems, and presentation decks under brand and accessibility guidelines.

Education

2024 - 2025

Master's in Interaction and Experience Design

University of Limerick

Focus on Human-Computer Interaction, User Research and Interaction Design. Class representative. Global Ambassador.

2018 - 2022

Bachelor of Design

Universidad de La Laguna

Focus on Graphic Design, Editorial and Animation. Class representative. Assisted in organizing faculty events and activities.