Krystian Rutledge

Product Designer •

Rapid Prototyping

UX research

Information Architecture

Design Systems

User Research

UI/UX Design

Prototyping

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Contracts

Experienced UX/UI Designer | Product Specialist

A seasoned UX/UI Designer, I hold a Bachelor's degree in Communication Art from the Savannah College of Art and Design and have further honed my skills at Designlab. My professional journey includes impactful roles as a Product Designer at Kidogo Productions, Pasadena Party Patrol, and EduLink. At Kidogo Productions, I led the strategic vision and user research, creating intuitive user flows and high-fidelity UI elements that enhanced user engagement. My tenure at Pasadena Party Patrol saw me drive a comprehensive app redesign, integrate push notifications, and develop features that significantly boosted user interaction. At EduLink, I engineered a parent-teacher communication system, fostering a 15% month-over-month growth in user engagement. My expertise lies in aligning design strategies with business objectives, ensuring seamless and intuitive user experiences across platforms.

Projects

Streamlining children party entertainment booking with Pasadena Party Patrol

Pasadena Party Patrol is an event planning and management company specializing in creating unforgettable experiences for its clients. The company needed a robust and intuitive digital platform to streamline their event planning process, manage client interactions, and showcase their services effectively. My role as the sole UX/UI designer involved conceptualizing, designing, and delivering a user-friendly website and mobile application that aligned with the company's brand and goals. Objectives: Enhance User Experience: Create an intuitive and seamless user experience for clients looking to book event planning services. Streamline Booking Process: Simplify the process of booking and managing events through a digital platform. Showcase Services: Effectively highlight the range of services offered by Pasadena Party Patrol. Increase Engagement: Develop features to engage users and keep them coming back to the platform. Mobile Optimization: Ensure the platform is fully responsive and optimized for mobile use. Results: Improved User Experience: The new platform received positive feedback from users for its intuitive design and seamless booking process. Increased Engagement: The interactive features and real-time communication tools contributed to higher user engagement and satisfaction. Streamlined Operations: The digital platform streamlined the event planning process for both clients and the Pasadena Party Patrol team, resulting in increased efficiency and productivity. Positive Feedback: Users appreciated the responsive design and the ability to manage their bookings and communicate with event planners on the go. Conclusion: The Pasadena Party Patrol project successfully transformed the company’s digital presence by creating a user-friendly and engaging platform. By focusing on user needs and incorporating modern design principles, the new website and mobile application enhanced the overall client experience and streamlined the event planning process. See More

Bridging the gap between parent and teacher communication with this all-in-one dashboard

Edulink is an educational platform aiming to bridge the gap between educators and students through innovative digital solutions. They required a comprehensive digital platform to facilitate online learning, manage educational resources, and foster community engagement. As the sole UX/UI designer, my responsibility was to design a user-centric website and mobile application that would enhance learning experiences and streamline educational processes. Objectives: Enhance User Experience: Develop an intuitive interface for students and educators. Streamline Educational Processes: Simplify the management and access of educational resources. Facilitate Online Learning: Create features that support interactive and engaging online learning. Increase Engagement: Foster a sense of community among users. Mobile Optimization: Ensure the platform is fully responsive and optimized for mobile use. Results: Enhanced User Experience: Received positive feedback for the intuitive design and user-friendly interface. Increased Engagement: Higher user engagement due to interactive lessons and real-time communication features. Streamlined Processes: Improved efficiency in managing educational resources and conducting online classes. Positive Feedback: Users appreciated the responsive design and the ability to access the platform on mobile devices. Conclusion: The Edulink project successfully enhanced the digital learning experience by creating an engaging and user-friendly platform. By focusing on the needs of both students and educators, the new website and mobile application facilitated interactive learning and streamlined educational processes. This project highlights the importance of user-centered design and effective collaboration in delivering impactful educational solutions.See More

Product Designer

Portfolio password: kcdesign As the lead UX/UI Designer at Kidogo, I was responsible for designing and developing an edutainment web app that enhances children's educational experiences through engaging and inclusive content. I conducted comprehensive user research, including interviews and usability testing, to inform the design process and ensure the app met the needs of both children and parents. I created user flows, wireframes, and prototypes, collaborating closely with developers, animators, and stakeholders to deliver an intuitive and visually appealing product. My work significantly improved user engagement and satisfaction, contributing to the app's mission of promoting positive representation and learning for children.See More

Work History

Product Designer

Kidogo ProductionsContract EmployeeSpearheaded user research for Kidogoville, conducting in-depth interviews and competitor analysis, which informed the design process and resulted in a 35% increase in user satisfaction through targeted data-driven improvements. Developed comprehensive user flows, wireframes, and prototypes in Figma, creating intuitive and user-friendly interactions that improved task completion rates by 40% and reduced navigation time by 25% Conducted usability testing with parents, children, and educators, refining designs based on feedback, which led to a 20% increase in user satisfaction and a 30% reduction in task completion errors. We have developed engaging and culturally relevant UI elements for the Kidogoville app, which enhanced user engagement by 45% and improved educational outcomes by 35%, as measured by user feedback and performance metrics. Collaborated with animators and developers to integrate interactive features, such as customizable avatars and environments, resulting in a 50% increase in user retention and a 20% boost in app usage time. Orchestrated SCRUM meetings with the development team, ensuring project milestones were met on time, which increased overall project efficiency by 30% and improved team productivity by 25%.

Product Designer

Pasadena Party PatrolFreelancerJan 2023 - Dec 2023 • 1 yrIntegrated chat feature in the Pasadena Party Patrol mobile app, resulting in a 30% improvement in communication efficiency between the business and clients by facilitating real-time file sharing and constant vendor communication. Implemented push notification system, enhancing user engagement by 25% and ensuring timely updates, leading to a 20% increase in user satisfaction and a 10% rise in overall bookings proven by user testing. Conducted comprehensive user research, including virtual interviews and surveys, to identify key pain points, resulting in a 35% increase in user satisfaction through data-driven product development. Designed and crafted an in-app purchase feature, boosting customer satisfaction by 25% as reflected in post-transaction surveys, and providing a seamless billing and payment management experience. Enhanced booking process with advanced search, availability checks, and instructor reviews, increasing user engagement by 15% and contributing to a 10% growth in overall bookings. Prioritized the "Create an Account" button based on usability testing feedback, increasing new registrations by 45% and decreasing account abandonment by 30%, resulting in a 60% boost in user satisfaction.

UX Designer

EduLinkSep 2023 - Nov 2023 • 3 mosLed the development of EduLink's communication platform, enhancing parent-teacher interactions, resulting in a 40% reduction in communication time and a 30% boost in parent engagement. Executed comprehensive user research, gathering and analyzing feedback from parents and teachers, leading to a 35% increase in user satisfaction and a 50% boost in parental engagement. Developed user flows, wireframes, and prototypes for EduLink, creating intuitive interactions and improving user task completion rates by 40%, while decreasing navigation time by 25%. Designed visually captivating UI elements for EduLink, enhancing brand impact and increasing user engagement by 45%, contributing to a 20% rise in monthly messages between parents and teachers. Orchestrated usability testing sessions, iterating on designs to meet user needs, resulting in a 20% increase in user satisfaction ratings and reducing task completion times by an average of 40 seconds.

Education

Designlab

UX/UI Designer2022 - 2023

Savannah College of Art and Design

Bachelor's degree, Communication Art2017 - 2020

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