Top Talent like Pegah are on Pangea
Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility 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.
Pegah Taheri
User Personas
Design Systems
Design Thinking
Agile
Web Accessibility
User Flows
Heuristic Evaluation
Figma
Illustration
DIGITAL DESIGN
User-Centered Design
Usability Testing
User Research
Wireframing
Prototyping
User Interface Design
UX/UI , Brand Designer | MFA Digital Media Art
Hello! It's Pegah :)
UX/UI Designer, formerly a Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser @Cartier and @Louis Vuitton.
My client-facing experience strengthened my empathy, problem-solving, and communication skills,
which I now apply to design products that are thoughtful, inclusive, and intuitive.
Projects
Designing a feedback loop
Designed a dedicated feedback space post-ride review system, enabling users to categorize feedback on ride issues, app functionality, and support. Mandatory reviews promote user engagement, ensuring valuable insights that drive continuous service enhancements and build loyalty by demonstrating responsiveness to user needs.See MoreCo-pilot - Automated Bug Review Tool
Developed a tool that scans customer-reported bugs for completeness and uniqueness, suggesting quick, non-technical fixes for minor issues and streamlining the resolution process. Created the company logo, led a full website redesign, and developed the brand identity, resulting in 30% revenue growth and securing key investments.See MoreWork History
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UX Designer
RegSuretyContract EmployeeNov 2024 - Jan 2025 • 3 mos• Worked directly with the Founder to translate complex compliance requirements into intuitive demo designs, increasing user engagement and simplifying the licensing submission process by 70%. • Redesigned the company’s logo, brand identity, and investor pitch deck, strengthening brand positioning and contributing to a 40% boost in market recognition. • Led user interviews with compliance experts to uncover workflow, pain points, resulting in streamlined application flows that reduced submission errors and accelerated approval timelines.W
UX / Brand Designer
Waypoint AIContract EmployeeAug 2024 - Dec 2024 • 5 mos• Collaborated with engineering to design an AI-powered agent that automated 20% of escalations, improving efficiency and reducing engineering workload. • Built a 70+ component design system (WCAG 2.1 AA compliant) based on Material Design 3 standards. • Designed the company logo and brand identity, and partnered with marketing to redesign the website, pitch decks, and assets, driving investor interest and business growth.U
UX / UI Designer
Upwork• Worked across B2C and B2B projects to align user needs with business goals. Revamped a responsive website, improving information hierarchy and calls-to-action, resulting in a 30% increase in conversions. • Led a research-driven design process with surveys, expert interviews, and usability testing, reducing feedback time by 40% and achieving 100% user satisfaction.C
Visual Merchandiser / Sales Expert
CartierFull-time EmployeeJun 2022 - Jun 2023 • 1 yr 1 mo• Designed in-store displays that enhanced product visibility, improved customer flow, and drove higher engagement, consistently supporting sales targets. • Collaborated with sales and merchandising teams to ensure visual presentations aligned with Cartier’s brand identity, accessibility standards, and cultural expectations. • Strengthened high-end sales growth by blending business goals with customer needs, delivering personalized experiences that fostered loyalty and repeat purchases.L
Visual Merchandiser / Client Expert
Louis VuittonFull-time EmployeeFeb 2020 - Sep 2022 • 2 yrs 8 mosBefore moving into UX, I excelled as a top Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser at Louis Vuitton, consistently exceeding sales targets by 26% and generating over $2M in luxury sales within six months. Recognized by LVMH and Bloomingdale’s as a leading producer in the Bay Area, I combined strategic visual merchandising with customer behavior insights to design high-impact retail experiences. This hands-on experience in shaping customer journeys, storytelling through design, and driving business outcomes now informs my user-centered approach to digital product design. Before moving into UX, I excelled as a top Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser at Louis Vuitton, consistently exceeding sales targets by 26% and generating over $2M in luxury sales within six months. Recognized by LVMH and Bloomingdale’s as a leading producer in the Bay Area, I combined strategic visual merchandising with customer behavior insights to design high-impact retail experiences. This hands-on experience in shaping customer journeys, storytelling through design, and driving business outcomes now informs my user-centered approach to digital product design.L
UX/Brand Designer
LynaCamContract EmployeeDefined LYNA Cam’s brand strategy and visual direction, blending emotional warmth with innovation to position the femtech product as trustworthy and user-centric. Designed a complete visual identity system, including logo, typography, and color palette, tailored to resonate with Gen Z and Gen Alpha women. Established a consistent brand voice and tone to support communication across product, marketing, and social channels.Education
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San Jose State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - MFA, Digital Media Art Minor in Interaction DesignD
Designlab
Diploma, User Experience DesignHow 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
UX/UI , Brand Designer | MFA Digital Media Art
Hello! It's Pegah :)
UX/UI Designer, formerly a Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser @Cartier and @Louis Vuitton.
My client-facing experience strengthened my empathy, problem-solving, and communication skills,
which I now apply to design products that are thoughtful, inclusive, and intuitive.
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 Pegah are on Pangea
Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility 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.Pegah Taheri
User Personas
Design Systems
Design Thinking
Agile
Web Accessibility
User Flows
Heuristic Evaluation
Figma
Illustration
DIGITAL DESIGN
User-Centered Design
Usability Testing
User Research
Wireframing
Prototyping
User Interface Design
Projects
Designing a feedback loop
Designed a dedicated feedback space post-ride review system, enabling users to categorize feedback on ride issues, app functionality, and support. Mandatory reviews promote user engagement, ensuring valuable insights that drive continuous service enhancements and build loyalty by demonstrating responsiveness to user needs.Co-pilot - Automated Bug Review Tool
Developed a tool that scans customer-reported bugs for completeness and uniqueness, suggesting quick, non-technical fixes for minor issues and streamlining the resolution process. Created the company logo, led a full website redesign, and developed the brand identity, resulting in 30% revenue growth and securing key investments.Work History
R
UX Designer
RegSuretyContract EmployeeNov 2024 - Jan 2025 • 3 mos• Worked directly with the Founder to translate complex compliance requirements into intuitive demo designs, increasing user engagement and simplifying the licensing submission process by 70%. • Redesigned the company’s logo, brand identity, and investor pitch deck, strengthening brand positioning and contributing to a 40% boost in market recognition. • Led user interviews with compliance experts to uncover workflow, pain points, resulting in streamlined application flows that reduced submission errors and accelerated approval timelines.W
UX / Brand Designer
Waypoint AIContract EmployeeAug 2024 - Dec 2024 • 5 mos• Collaborated with engineering to design an AI-powered agent that automated 20% of escalations, improving efficiency and reducing engineering workload. • Built a 70+ component design system (WCAG 2.1 AA compliant) based on Material Design 3 standards. • Designed the company logo and brand identity, and partnered with marketing to redesign the website, pitch decks, and assets, driving investor interest and business growth.U
UX / UI Designer
Upwork• Worked across B2C and B2B projects to align user needs with business goals. Revamped a responsive website, improving information hierarchy and calls-to-action, resulting in a 30% increase in conversions. • Led a research-driven design process with surveys, expert interviews, and usability testing, reducing feedback time by 40% and achieving 100% user satisfaction.C
Visual Merchandiser / Sales Expert
CartierFull-time EmployeeJun 2022 - Jun 2023 • 1 yr 1 mo• Designed in-store displays that enhanced product visibility, improved customer flow, and drove higher engagement, consistently supporting sales targets. • Collaborated with sales and merchandising teams to ensure visual presentations aligned with Cartier’s brand identity, accessibility standards, and cultural expectations. • Strengthened high-end sales growth by blending business goals with customer needs, delivering personalized experiences that fostered loyalty and repeat purchases.L
Visual Merchandiser / Client Expert
Louis VuittonFull-time EmployeeFeb 2020 - Sep 2022 • 2 yrs 8 mosBefore moving into UX, I excelled as a top Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser at Louis Vuitton, consistently exceeding sales targets by 26% and generating over $2M in luxury sales within six months. Recognized by LVMH and Bloomingdale’s as a leading producer in the Bay Area, I combined strategic visual merchandising with customer behavior insights to design high-impact retail experiences. This hands-on experience in shaping customer journeys, storytelling through design, and driving business outcomes now informs my user-centered approach to digital product design. Before moving into UX, I excelled as a top Client Expert and Visual Merchandiser at Louis Vuitton, consistently exceeding sales targets by 26% and generating over $2M in luxury sales within six months. Recognized by LVMH and Bloomingdale’s as a leading producer in the Bay Area, I combined strategic visual merchandising with customer behavior insights to design high-impact retail experiences. This hands-on experience in shaping customer journeys, storytelling through design, and driving business outcomes now informs my user-centered approach to digital product design.L
UX/Brand Designer
LynaCamContract EmployeeDefined LYNA Cam’s brand strategy and visual direction, blending emotional warmth with innovation to position the femtech product as trustworthy and user-centric. Designed a complete visual identity system, including logo, typography, and color palette, tailored to resonate with Gen Z and Gen Alpha women. Established a consistent brand voice and tone to support communication across product, marketing, and social channels.Education
S
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - MFA, Digital Media Art Minor in Interaction DesignD
Designlab
Diploma, User Experience DesignHow 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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