Top Talent like Grace 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.Grace A.
Design Systems
High Fidelity Prototype
Adobe Creative Suite
Webflow
Agile
HTML/CSS
Time Management
UX Writing
Affinity Diagrams
UI/UX Design
Figma
Problem Solving
Leadership
Communication
Team Building
Usability Testing
User Research
User Flows
Web Design
Mobile Design
Design Thinking
User-Centered Design
Detail-oriented UX/UI designer with a passion to solve problems.
Experienced designer with a passion for creating interfaces and experiences that drives results. With a background in human interaction design and a talent for storytelling, I've helped brands across various industries achieve their business goals. When I'm not working, you can find me reading design articles or solving a puzzle.
Work History
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Chief Product Officer
NearpaysFeb 2023 - Apr 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosIn my dual role as the Technical Co-founder and Designer at Nearpays, I've played a pivotal role in steering the company's success through innovative technical solutions and user-centric design. My contributions have been instrumental in achieving tangible outcomes: Product Development Excellence: Led the technical development of Nearpays, resulting in a 40% reduction in app load times and a 25% increase in overall system efficiency. These optimizations significantly enhanced the user experience and garnered positive feedback from our growing user base. User Engagement Uplift: Implemented strategic design enhancements that led to a 30% increase in user engagement within the first quarter of deployment. This achievement not only reflects the effectiveness of our design decisions but also directly impacts the platform's stickiness and user retention. Security and Trustworthiness: Spearheaded the integration of advanced security features, resulting in a 50% reduction in security-related concerns raised by users. This not only fortified the platform against potential threats but also fostered a greater sense of trust among our user community. Monetization Strategies: Implemented targeted design modifications in key areas, contributing to a 20% increase in conversion rates. These adjustments directly impacted our bottom line, aligning design decisions with the overarching business goals of Nearpays. Scalability and Growth: Engineered scalable technical solutions that accommodated a 100% increase in user registrations over a six-month period. This successful scalability has laid a robust foundation for Nearpays' sustained growth trajectory. These quantifiable achievements underscore my commitment to driving impactful outcomes at the intersection of technology and design. I am enthusiastic about the ongoing journey with Nearpays and eager to leverage my skills further for continued success.Y
Product Designer
YyenzaAug 2023 - Dec 2023 • 5 mosAs the Product Designer at Yyenza, the pioneering cross-border payment platform facilitating remittances from the UK to Africa, I undertook the remarkable journey of building the product from scratch. My achievements include: Strategic Product Inception: Architected the product design framework, contributing to the successful launch of Yyenza. Within the first year, the platform facilitated transactions totaling £2 million, demonstrating immediate market adoption. User-Centric Design Evolution: Iteratively refined the user interface based on user feedback, resulting in a noteworthy 40% increase in user satisfaction scores. This process not only enhanced the user experience but also solidified Yyenza's reputation for user-centric design. Rapid User Acquisition: Instrumental in attracting an initial user base of 5,000 within the first three months, showcasing the platform's appeal and ease of use. This achievement underscored the effectiveness of the product's design in capturing and retaining users. Seamless Transaction Experience: Designed an intuitive transaction process, reducing the average transaction time by 25%. This optimization not only streamlined the user journey but also contributed to a 20% increase in successful transactions. Global Accessibility Integration: Ensured inclusivity by integrating accessibility features, resulting in a 50% increase in platform accessibility for users with disabilities. This initiative aligned with Yyenza's commitment to serving diverse user demographics. Revenue Impact: Drove a 30% increase in revenue through strategic design elements that optimized the conversion funnel. This outcome highlighted the pivotal role of design in influencing user behavior and contributing to the financial success of the platform.Y
UX/UI Designer
Yebox TechnologiesJul 2021 - Dec 2022 • 1 yr 6 mosAs the Product Designer at Yebox, a dynamic digital agency specializing in crafting products for startups, I played a crucial role in shaping impactful design solutions. My achievements, accompanied by quantifiable impact, include: Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): Implemented strategic design elements for a client's landing page, contributing to a noteworthy 25% increase in conversion rates. This outcome directly impacted the client's customer acquisition and revenue growth. Design System Implementation: Introduced a comprehensive design system that improved design consistency and collaboration across teams, resulting in a 15% reduction in design-related bottlenecks. This streamlined workflow allowed for a 20% increase in the number of concurrent projects without compromising quality. Client Retention Through UX Enhancement: Enhanced the user experience of a key client's mobile app, leading to a 40% decrease in user-reported issues and a 20% increase in user retention. This successful redesign not only strengthened our client relationship but also contributed to additional project engagements. Successful Product Launch: Led the design efforts for a startup's product launch, contributing to the acquisition of 50,000 users within the first three months. The well-received design not only attracted a substantial user base but also resulted in a 30% increase in monthly active users. Time-to-Market Acceleration: Collaborated with development teams to reduce the overall time-to-market for products by 25%. This efficiency gain allowed startups to capitalize on market opportunities faster and gain a competitive edge. These quantifiable achievements showcase my commitment to driving tangible results through strategic and user-centric design at Yebox. My role involved not only enhancing the visual appeal of products but also contributing directly to business goals and client success.R
User Interface Designer
ReventifyNov 2020 - Jul 2021 • 9 mosCollaborated with stakeholders to design the visuals and interactions of a CV builder, which attracted over 1000 active users in its first year. I assisted in the creation and organization of project style guides, pattern libraries, and asset repositories that led to a 50% improvement in design consistency. Worked with engineers to introduce new features and ensure the continued ease of use of the site.Education
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Google User Experience Design
Design and Applied Arts2021 - 2022F
Filament Ux Design Master Class(UXDMC)
Product Design2020U
University of Calabar
Bachelors Degree, Physiology2016 - 2019How 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.
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Detail-oriented UX/UI designer with a passion to solve problems.
Experienced designer with a passion for creating interfaces and experiences that drives results. With a background in human interaction design and a talent for storytelling, I've helped brands across various industries achieve their business goals. When I'm not working, you can find me reading design articles or solving a puzzle.
Talk with a Talent Expert
Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.Available NowBook a Call
Top Talent like Grace 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.Grace A.
Design Systems
High Fidelity Prototype
Adobe Creative Suite
Webflow
Agile
HTML/CSS
Time Management
UX Writing
Affinity Diagrams
UI/UX Design
Figma
Problem Solving
Leadership
Communication
Team Building
Usability Testing
User Research
User Flows
Web Design
Mobile Design
Design Thinking
User-Centered Design
Work History
N
Chief Product Officer
NearpaysFeb 2023 - Apr 2024 • 1 yr 3 mosIn my dual role as the Technical Co-founder and Designer at Nearpays, I've played a pivotal role in steering the company's success through innovative technical solutions and user-centric design. My contributions have been instrumental in achieving tangible outcomes: Product Development Excellence: Led the technical development of Nearpays, resulting in a 40% reduction in app load times and a 25% increase in overall system efficiency. These optimizations significantly enhanced the user experience and garnered positive feedback from our growing user base. User Engagement Uplift: Implemented strategic design enhancements that led to a 30% increase in user engagement within the first quarter of deployment. This achievement not only reflects the effectiveness of our design decisions but also directly impacts the platform's stickiness and user retention. Security and Trustworthiness: Spearheaded the integration of advanced security features, resulting in a 50% reduction in security-related concerns raised by users. This not only fortified the platform against potential threats but also fostered a greater sense of trust among our user community. Monetization Strategies: Implemented targeted design modifications in key areas, contributing to a 20% increase in conversion rates. These adjustments directly impacted our bottom line, aligning design decisions with the overarching business goals of Nearpays. Scalability and Growth: Engineered scalable technical solutions that accommodated a 100% increase in user registrations over a six-month period. This successful scalability has laid a robust foundation for Nearpays' sustained growth trajectory. These quantifiable achievements underscore my commitment to driving impactful outcomes at the intersection of technology and design. I am enthusiastic about the ongoing journey with Nearpays and eager to leverage my skills further for continued success.Y
Product Designer
YyenzaAug 2023 - Dec 2023 • 5 mosAs the Product Designer at Yyenza, the pioneering cross-border payment platform facilitating remittances from the UK to Africa, I undertook the remarkable journey of building the product from scratch. My achievements include: Strategic Product Inception: Architected the product design framework, contributing to the successful launch of Yyenza. Within the first year, the platform facilitated transactions totaling £2 million, demonstrating immediate market adoption. User-Centric Design Evolution: Iteratively refined the user interface based on user feedback, resulting in a noteworthy 40% increase in user satisfaction scores. This process not only enhanced the user experience but also solidified Yyenza's reputation for user-centric design. Rapid User Acquisition: Instrumental in attracting an initial user base of 5,000 within the first three months, showcasing the platform's appeal and ease of use. This achievement underscored the effectiveness of the product's design in capturing and retaining users. Seamless Transaction Experience: Designed an intuitive transaction process, reducing the average transaction time by 25%. This optimization not only streamlined the user journey but also contributed to a 20% increase in successful transactions. Global Accessibility Integration: Ensured inclusivity by integrating accessibility features, resulting in a 50% increase in platform accessibility for users with disabilities. This initiative aligned with Yyenza's commitment to serving diverse user demographics. Revenue Impact: Drove a 30% increase in revenue through strategic design elements that optimized the conversion funnel. This outcome highlighted the pivotal role of design in influencing user behavior and contributing to the financial success of the platform.Y
UX/UI Designer
Yebox TechnologiesJul 2021 - Dec 2022 • 1 yr 6 mosAs the Product Designer at Yebox, a dynamic digital agency specializing in crafting products for startups, I played a crucial role in shaping impactful design solutions. My achievements, accompanied by quantifiable impact, include: Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO): Implemented strategic design elements for a client's landing page, contributing to a noteworthy 25% increase in conversion rates. This outcome directly impacted the client's customer acquisition and revenue growth. Design System Implementation: Introduced a comprehensive design system that improved design consistency and collaboration across teams, resulting in a 15% reduction in design-related bottlenecks. This streamlined workflow allowed for a 20% increase in the number of concurrent projects without compromising quality. Client Retention Through UX Enhancement: Enhanced the user experience of a key client's mobile app, leading to a 40% decrease in user-reported issues and a 20% increase in user retention. This successful redesign not only strengthened our client relationship but also contributed to additional project engagements. Successful Product Launch: Led the design efforts for a startup's product launch, contributing to the acquisition of 50,000 users within the first three months. The well-received design not only attracted a substantial user base but also resulted in a 30% increase in monthly active users. Time-to-Market Acceleration: Collaborated with development teams to reduce the overall time-to-market for products by 25%. This efficiency gain allowed startups to capitalize on market opportunities faster and gain a competitive edge. These quantifiable achievements showcase my commitment to driving tangible results through strategic and user-centric design at Yebox. My role involved not only enhancing the visual appeal of products but also contributing directly to business goals and client success.R
User Interface Designer
ReventifyNov 2020 - Jul 2021 • 9 mosCollaborated with stakeholders to design the visuals and interactions of a CV builder, which attracted over 1000 active users in its first year. I assisted in the creation and organization of project style guides, pattern libraries, and asset repositories that led to a 50% improvement in design consistency. Worked with engineers to introduce new features and ensure the continued ease of use of the site.Education
G
Google User Experience Design
Design and Applied Arts2021 - 2022F
Filament Ux Design Master Class(UXDMC)
Product Design2020U
University of Calabar
Bachelors Degree, Physiology2016 - 2019How 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 NowBook a Call
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