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Chris Mejia

UX Designer • UI Designer • Product Designer • New York, NY, US
Design Thinking
UI/UX Design
Graphic UI
User Interface Design
Product Design
User Flows
Wireframing
Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping
Usability Testing
Mobile Design
Web Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Sketch
HTML/CSS
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Senior UI/UX Product Designer | Cross-functional collaboration in Tech & Finance | Streamlined Mobile App Design for Enhanced User Experience
As a seasoned UI/UX Digital Architect with over 10 years of experience, my expertise lies in designing multi-channel banking applications. I’ve spent my career honing skills in product design, mainly focusing on dashboard interfaces, ensuring seamless user experience across mobile and desktop platforms. My proficiency extends to cross-functional collaboration, bridging the gap between developers and sales representatives to create working prototypes for B2B, B2C, and B2E applications. I’m proud of the quantifiable results I’ve achieved: through user research, A/B testing, and incorporating industry standards, I’ve contributed significantly to improving our product’s user satisfaction ratings. I excel at understanding client needs and translating them into intuitive wireframes and layouts. My designs are supported by strong HTML and CSS coding skills, enabling me to deliver comprehensive solutions from conception to implementation. I also bring unique value from my visual effects design and editing background for films such as Chronicles of Riddick and The Chronicles of Narnia. This experience has enriched my creative approach to digital product design, allowing me to craft visually compelling yet functional designs that resonate with users. Ready to elevate your digital products? Let’s talk about how we can enhance your user experience together.

Work History

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Senior UI/UX Digital Architect

TemenosFull-time EmployeeWorked closely with the product team to design user journeys for multi-channel banking solutions through user-centric designs and interactive prototypes. • Collaborated with a cross-functional team to design and deliver user-centered solutions across platforms like iOS, Android, Responsive Web, and AI-driven tools. • Lead Designer of the product innovation lab team, launching new ideas that keep our multi-channel banking applications fresh, fun, and intuitive. • Demonstrated the capabilities of the low-code app design platform through proof of concepts, enabling clients to envision seamless experiences in financial products for business banking, personal finance, and wealth management. • Collaborated with tier-1 banks, credit unions, and fintech to apply user-centered designs, cutting down time to market and onboarding by up to 75%. • Utilized Design Thinking to produce user-focused designs, leading to a significant increase in product adoption. • Audited designs across web and mobile platforms to establish inclusive, accessible, and equity-focused design systems that meet user and WCAG standards.
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UI/UX Digital Architect

Kony, Inc.Full-time EmployeeMay 2016 - Oct 2019 • 3 yrs 6 mosCollaborated with cross-functional teams to develop B2B, B2C, and B2E mobile apps and responsive web applications. • Led hands-on usability testing to spot and fix UX hiccups, boosting user engagement by 25% and turning tricky interactions into smooth, satisfying experiences. • Applied empathy in user experience research for product development, leading to inclusive and equity-focused designs. • Conducted thorough competitive and market analysis to benchmark design standards, keeping the • Kony platform competitive and innovative. Incorporated Rapid Prototyping to iterate and solve problems in the design process, resulting in innovative and competitive products. • Collaborated with stakeholders to integrate feedback and align design solutions with user needs and business objectives. • Reviewed and critiqued design systems to ensure they contributed to a cohesive and engaging user experience across various platforms. • Worked closely with Senior Management to integrate UI/UX design principles into the company vision, improving product usability and customer satisfaction. • Crafted interactive motion graphic UI elements with Adobe After Effects and Lottie Animations to amp up user engagement and overall user experience.
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Lead UI/UX Designer

Mad Mobile Inc.Full-time EmployeeSep 2012 - May 2016 • 3 yrs 9 mosWorked for diverse e-commerce and hospitality clients, including Sysco Foods, Payless, Samsonite, and MLB. • Led client projects from initial concepts to final launch, collaborating with art directors, researchers, and content strategists to bring visions to life. • Promoted to a leadership role within two years of hire, managing a talented team of four designers while fostering team building, a collaborative environment, and providing mentorship, oversight, and guidance. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered designs that enhanced usability and visual appeal. • Used UI principles to develop e-commerce Web Responsive Designs, increasing user engagement and reducing abandonment by 10%-20%. • Conducted User Research and User Testing to gather insights and refine designs based on user behavior and preferences. • Improved UI and UX design process and project timelines using Rapid Prototyping and Design Tools. • Applied proficiency in HTML and CSS in designing and updating website interfaces, ensuring optimal user experience.
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Graphic Designer

Haneke DesignInternJun 2011 - Aug 2011 • 3 mosCollaborated with senior designers and art directors to create multiple mobile, web, and print projects for local and national brands, including USAA and NYSE. • Assist developers with HTML and CSS coding to ensure seamless integration of graphics into clients' websites. • Leveraged Typography and Graphic Design skills to create brochure layouts, banners, and other print materials to effectively communicate client messages and branding. • Created mobile app and website designs that improved usability, focusing on user needs to optimize the look and ease of interaction. • Worked on simultaneous projects, creating innovative ideas, layouts, and graphic elements to enhance the user experience for mobile applications and websites. • Participated in client meetings to better understand user needs and align project goals with user-centered design principles. • Utilized a deep understanding of Design Systems to collaborate with cross-functional teams and create visually appealing and intuitive interfaces.
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Graphic Designer and Video Editor

Studio CFull-time EmployeeAug 2004 - Jun 2006 • 1 yr 11 mosCollaborated closely with directors and producers to ensure creative alignment and deliver polished visual and audio experiences for high-profile film projects such as Chronicles of Riddick and The Chronicles of Narnia. • Developed detailed matte paintings for film sequences to facilitate green screen replacements and coordinate final environments. • As a video editor, reviewed soundtracks and ensured the seamless flow of events, dialogue, music, and sound effects. • Meticulously analyze footage elements to enhance the storytelling and emotional impact of the films. • Designing commercial websites to meet and exceed client needs, ensuring a strong online presence and user experience. • Designed video frames for a website focused on preventing sexually transmitted diseases and enhancing public health awareness through engaging visuals. • Designed and animated original characters using Flash for various projects.

Education

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Ringling College of Art and Design

BFA, Graphic & Interactive Communication2008 - 2012
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Universidad Galileo

AA, Digital film2005 - 2007

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Senior UI/UX Product Designer | Cross-functional collaboration in Tech & Finance | Streamlined Mobile App Design for Enhanced User Experience
As a seasoned UI/UX Digital Architect with over 10 years of experience, my expertise lies in designing multi-channel banking applications. I’ve spent my career honing skills in product design, mainly focusing on dashboard interfaces, ensuring seamless user experience across mobile and desktop platforms. My proficiency extends to cross-functional collaboration, bridging the gap between developers and sales representatives to create working prototypes for B2B, B2C, and B2E applications. I’m proud of the quantifiable results I’ve achieved: through user research, A/B testing, and incorporating industry standards, I’ve contributed significantly to improving our product’s user satisfaction ratings. I excel at understanding client needs and translating them into intuitive wireframes and layouts. My designs are supported by strong HTML and CSS coding skills, enabling me to deliver comprehensive solutions from conception to implementation. I also bring unique value from my visual effects design and editing background for films such as Chronicles of Riddick and The Chronicles of Narnia. This experience has enriched my creative approach to digital product design, allowing me to craft visually compelling yet functional designs that resonate with users. Ready to elevate your digital products? Let’s talk about how we can enhance your user experience together.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Chris are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Chris Mejia

UX Designer • UI Designer • Product Designer • New York, NY, US
Design Thinking
UI/UX Design
Graphic UI
User Interface Design
Product Design
User Flows
Wireframing
Prototyping
Rapid Prototyping
Usability Testing
Mobile Design
Web Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Figma
Sketch
HTML/CSS
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

T

Senior UI/UX Digital Architect

TemenosFull-time EmployeeWorked closely with the product team to design user journeys for multi-channel banking solutions through user-centric designs and interactive prototypes. • Collaborated with a cross-functional team to design and deliver user-centered solutions across platforms like iOS, Android, Responsive Web, and AI-driven tools. • Lead Designer of the product innovation lab team, launching new ideas that keep our multi-channel banking applications fresh, fun, and intuitive. • Demonstrated the capabilities of the low-code app design platform through proof of concepts, enabling clients to envision seamless experiences in financial products for business banking, personal finance, and wealth management. • Collaborated with tier-1 banks, credit unions, and fintech to apply user-centered designs, cutting down time to market and onboarding by up to 75%. • Utilized Design Thinking to produce user-focused designs, leading to a significant increase in product adoption. • Audited designs across web and mobile platforms to establish inclusive, accessible, and equity-focused design systems that meet user and WCAG standards.
K

UI/UX Digital Architect

Kony, Inc.Full-time EmployeeMay 2016 - Oct 2019 • 3 yrs 6 mosCollaborated with cross-functional teams to develop B2B, B2C, and B2E mobile apps and responsive web applications. • Led hands-on usability testing to spot and fix UX hiccups, boosting user engagement by 25% and turning tricky interactions into smooth, satisfying experiences. • Applied empathy in user experience research for product development, leading to inclusive and equity-focused designs. • Conducted thorough competitive and market analysis to benchmark design standards, keeping the • Kony platform competitive and innovative. Incorporated Rapid Prototyping to iterate and solve problems in the design process, resulting in innovative and competitive products. • Collaborated with stakeholders to integrate feedback and align design solutions with user needs and business objectives. • Reviewed and critiqued design systems to ensure they contributed to a cohesive and engaging user experience across various platforms. • Worked closely with Senior Management to integrate UI/UX design principles into the company vision, improving product usability and customer satisfaction. • Crafted interactive motion graphic UI elements with Adobe After Effects and Lottie Animations to amp up user engagement and overall user experience.
M

Lead UI/UX Designer

Mad Mobile Inc.Full-time EmployeeSep 2012 - May 2016 • 3 yrs 9 mosWorked for diverse e-commerce and hospitality clients, including Sysco Foods, Payless, Samsonite, and MLB. • Led client projects from initial concepts to final launch, collaborating with art directors, researchers, and content strategists to bring visions to life. • Promoted to a leadership role within two years of hire, managing a talented team of four designers while fostering team building, a collaborative environment, and providing mentorship, oversight, and guidance. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered designs that enhanced usability and visual appeal. • Used UI principles to develop e-commerce Web Responsive Designs, increasing user engagement and reducing abandonment by 10%-20%. • Conducted User Research and User Testing to gather insights and refine designs based on user behavior and preferences. • Improved UI and UX design process and project timelines using Rapid Prototyping and Design Tools. • Applied proficiency in HTML and CSS in designing and updating website interfaces, ensuring optimal user experience.
H

Graphic Designer

Haneke DesignInternJun 2011 - Aug 2011 • 3 mosCollaborated with senior designers and art directors to create multiple mobile, web, and print projects for local and national brands, including USAA and NYSE. • Assist developers with HTML and CSS coding to ensure seamless integration of graphics into clients' websites. • Leveraged Typography and Graphic Design skills to create brochure layouts, banners, and other print materials to effectively communicate client messages and branding. • Created mobile app and website designs that improved usability, focusing on user needs to optimize the look and ease of interaction. • Worked on simultaneous projects, creating innovative ideas, layouts, and graphic elements to enhance the user experience for mobile applications and websites. • Participated in client meetings to better understand user needs and align project goals with user-centered design principles. • Utilized a deep understanding of Design Systems to collaborate with cross-functional teams and create visually appealing and intuitive interfaces.
S

Graphic Designer and Video Editor

Studio CFull-time EmployeeAug 2004 - Jun 2006 • 1 yr 11 mosCollaborated closely with directors and producers to ensure creative alignment and deliver polished visual and audio experiences for high-profile film projects such as Chronicles of Riddick and The Chronicles of Narnia. • Developed detailed matte paintings for film sequences to facilitate green screen replacements and coordinate final environments. • As a video editor, reviewed soundtracks and ensured the seamless flow of events, dialogue, music, and sound effects. • Meticulously analyze footage elements to enhance the storytelling and emotional impact of the films. • Designing commercial websites to meet and exceed client needs, ensuring a strong online presence and user experience. • Designed video frames for a website focused on preventing sexually transmitted diseases and enhancing public health awareness through engaging visuals. • Designed and animated original characters using Flash for various projects.

Education

R

Ringling College of Art and Design

BFA, Graphic & Interactive Communication2008 - 2012
U

Universidad Galileo

AA, Digital film2005 - 2007

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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