Profile

Experienced UI/UX Designer with over 10 years in the global design industry, specializing in UI design, UX research, Graphics Design and prototyping.

Passionate about digital innovation, I have successfully designed Dashboards, websites, web applications, e-commerce platforms (WordPress, Magento, Shopify, BigCommerce), and mobile apps (iOS & Android) using tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and XD.

Also an expert in data visualization with a strong background in branding, social media design, and front-end development basics (HTML, CSS, jQuery, Sass), I create intuitive, visually compelling, and user-centric digital experiences.

My ability to discover new trends, solve creative challenges, and deliver high-quality designs has earned me industry recognition, including awards for my work.

I hold a Pearson EDEXCEL BTEC HND in Multimedia Design (UK) and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

Committed to excellence, I approach every project with passion, responsibility, and a focus on client satisfaction.

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Relevant Skills

UI/UX Design: Proficient in Figma, Adobe XD, and Sketch, with hands-on experience in designing responsive web and mobile applications, including e-commerce platforms and healthcare data visualization projects.

Data Visualization: In-depth knowledge of creating interactive dashboards and data visualizations, with a successful track record in designing systems for healthcare companies using PowerBI.

Certification: Certified in Google UX Design Professional Certificate, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of user-centered design principles and advanced prototyping techniques.

Leadership: Exceptional leadership skills demonstrated through leading design teams, driving successful project completions and enhancing design quality.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, as evidenced by successful rebranding and website redesign projects that improved client sales and user engagement in diverse industries.

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Professional Experience

Lead UI/UX and Product Designer - UAE - January 2023 - Present

• Data Visualization & Dashboard Design – Created high-end dashboard designs for internal systems, including a 9m x 2m panoramic LED screen with multilayer data visualization.
• Web & Mobile App UI/UX – Designed Angular-based web apps with real-time data updates and designed IOS & Android applications linked to wearable devices. Build userflows, personas, and UX reseach with A/B testings.
• Healthcare & IT Industry Design – Worked on data visualization projects for major IT and healthcare companies, including Pure Health, Daman, Pure Lab, Seha, and AHS. Designs compatible with PowerBI Fine report and data visualization expert tools.
• Bilingual & Print Media Design – Designed Arabic-English adaptable UI/UX for web/apps and designed print media for exhibitions in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
• Creative Direction & Custom Illustrations – Led design teams to improve quality, created custom illustrations for internal web apps, and guided designers for better output.

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Senior UI/UX, Web Designer - Los Angeles , CA- 2020-2023

• Multi-Industry Website Design - Designed creative and responsive websites for multi-industry clients (e.g., racing, banks, salons, clothing etc). Most of the websites are big commerce and shopify and wordpress.
• SEO-Focused Website Redesigns - Focused on SEO-based website redesigns to enhance search engine optimization.
• Social Media Design for Sales Growth - Created designs for social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to boost client sales.
• Client Collaboration for Creative Solutions - Worked closely with business owners to identify their creative needs and improve sales and digital presence.
• E-commerce and Rebranding Solutions - Re-designed unique websites on platforms for customers that used BigCommerce, Shopify, WordPress, and e-commerce solutions, along with rebranding materials.

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Senior UI/UX, Graphic Designer - Sri Lanka, January 2019-December 2020

• Leadership and Team Collaboration - Led a small team of designers and developers, working with digital managers to execute projects effectively.
• Diverse Website Design and Development - Designed and developed (front-end) websites for various clients across multiple industries, such as tea companies, hotels, etc. ensuring unique, tailored solutions.
• Collaboration with Developers for Quality Websites - Worked closely with developers on WordPress e-commerce and Magento websites to deliver high-quality results.
• End-to-End Design Services - Designed brand identities and print materials, including logos, business cards, and letterheads, ensuring cohesive branding.

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Senior UI/Graphic Designer, Team Lead - Sri Lanka - Luxembourg, October 2016-December 2018

• Designed and developed websites for POS systems, telecommunication platforms, and Angular-based real-time data sites, while also creating mobile applications across multiple platforms.
• Developed custom illustrations and icons for internal web apps to ensure a unique and functional visual experience, and designed multi-language content for social media platforms, including Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.
• Additionally, led the design of Angular-based internal web apps for international projects in the Netherlands, Belgium, and France, while enhancing branding identities and creating print media for exhibitions in Luxembourg.

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Education

Pearson College London - EDEXCEL BTEC HND Diploma in Multimedia Design 2013-2015

Completed 2 years of the level 5 Pearson BTEC HND Diploma in Interactive Media. - Interactive Media Design And Prototyping- Product Design, Implementation & Evaluation- User Interface & Experience Design- Interactive web technologies- Interactive Media Web Authoring- Marketing for designers - Project Management for designers- Business Practice In Art And Design- Drawing Techniques And Processes In Art- Animation Techniques- Digital Media In Art And Design- Visual Communication In Art And Design- Typography- Digital Design Process & Strategy
Drawing and Illustration- E-Commerce- Games & Interactivity for mobile Devices, Interactive web design- Sound Production- Stop-Motion Animation- Video Production

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Google UX Design Professional Certificate - Coursera, Google

Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design- Jul 2023 – Nov 2023

Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design - Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate- Build Wireframes and LowFidelity Prototypes- Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts- Create High-Fidelity Designs and Prototypes in Figma- Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites- Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

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Interests

• Playing Video Games (PS5, PC)
• Exploring modern UI trends
• Illustration
• Painting

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Please visit our client's website for a comprehensive overview of his work:  https://www.hasaruwan.com/

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