Top Talent like Rachel 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.

Rachel Magaji

Product Designer • User Researcher • UI Designer • Lagos, LA, NG
Product Strategy
Design Research
Pitch Decks
Design
Prototyping
Figma
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Product Designer | I craft products that delight users and drive conversion
Hey there! I'm a product designer specializing in providing innovative solutions for complex problems. My main goal is to help companies and start-ups achieve their design objectives by truly understanding their users and creating seamless web and mobile experiences. To back up my skills, I completed a postgraduate certification in Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Design from the Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM). This program equipped me with the necessary skills to tackle African problems effectively. In the future, I aim to become a leader in disciplines such as Human-centered Design, Systems thinking, Clean Energy, User Experience, AR and VR Design, Technology, and Strategy. During my time at NUTM, I co-founded a startup project called Verifypro, where I served as the lead product designer. Our focus was on developing a property verification platform that helped people assess the feasibility of properties before making any investments or purchases. I'm proud to say that our project made it to the top eight business solutions, excelling in both technology and business strategy. Beyond my professional endeavors, I find joy in creative writing and guiding aspiring designers in understanding UX strategy. I believe in giving back to the community. Additionally, I'm an avid reader, always seeking opportunities for continuous growth and development. In terms of technical skills, I excel in various areas, including UX strategy, user flows, concept sketches, experience mapping, wireframes, prototypes, and mockups. I'm also well-versed in design systems, branding, leading workshops, and project management. When it comes to software, I have hands-on experience with tools like Figma, Adobe XD, Miro, inVision, ProtoPie, PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Webflow. Additionally, I'm proficient in utilizing research tools like Useberry, Google Optimize, Otter, as well as collaboration and project management platforms such as Jira, Trello, Confluence, Slack, Notion, and Monday. Moreover, I have a solid foundation in programming languages like HTML5, CSS, and Python. I'm always excited to tackle new challenges and collaborate on projects that push the boundaries of design. Let me know if there's anything specific you'd like to discuss or if you have any questions!

Projects

Rethinking Financial Inclusion for Bank9ja

Bank9ja is a digital bank that provides unique banking services to the unbanked and underbanked. I led the design for the corporate account. I collaborated with other designers, including the design lead Tola, Edikan, and Hameed, in structuring and perfecting the information architecture, UX research and personal account designs. Our deliverables were mobile high-fidelity screens for both IOS and Android, strategy documents and prototypes.See More

Revolutionizing Research & Development in Africa for WADI Africa

WADI Africa is on a mission to revolutionise research and development (R&D) in Africa by making it easier for researchers to access the support they need. This support covers everything from equipment & training to mentorship, community connections, and manuscript review, all available in one place through a digital platform. I was the lead designer on this project. I took the lead on the product design strategy, brainstorming sessions, visual design strategy, design of low, mid and high-fidelity mockups, prototyping, and user testing of ideas and concepts. The project lasted from January to March 2023.See More

Work History

S

Product Designer - Research and Development

SeerBit- Thoroughly research market trends and user needs, utilizing innovative and effective methodologies to gather actionable insights. - Create innovative, user-centred design solutions that are visually stunning, intuitive, and optimized for usability. - Create visionary design concepts that push the boundaries of what is possible, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
S

Product Designer

SubjectToClimateSep 2021 - Aug 2023 • 2 yrsDesigning and building the platform website in close collaboration with the developer and product manager. Providing an iterative and human-centred design strategy for the company's portfolio projects in collaboration with the product stakeholders.
W

User Experience Designer

Wadi AfricaJan 2023 - Mar 2023 • 3 mosAs a User Experience Designer, contributed to enhancing user interactions and experiences with the company's digital products.
V

User Experience Designer / Co-founder

Verify ProOct 2021 - Aug 2022 • 11 mosLed the product research and development team to design the user experience of products from conception to launch. Designing innovative end-to-end flows and experiences across mobile and web with high quality and craftsmanship. Conducted stakeholders' interviews and created wireframes for development.
S

Design thinker

Studio CarbonMar 2022 - May 2022 • 3 mosOversaw the research for a cutting-edge beehive project and developed a futuristic bee-saving plan. Collaborated with the design team to develop a brand language and led comparable case study research to relaunch a fitness fashion company.

Education

Q

Quantic School of Business and Technology

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies2023 - 2024
N

Nigerian University of Technology and Management

Postgraduate Degree, Technology/Entrepreneurship/Design2021
C

Coursera

Google UX Certification, Product Design
K

Kaduna State University

Bachelor of Science - BSc, Environmental Management

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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Product Designer | I craft products that delight users and drive conversion
Hey there! I'm a product designer specializing in providing innovative solutions for complex problems. My main goal is to help companies and start-ups achieve their design objectives by truly understanding their users and creating seamless web and mobile experiences. To back up my skills, I completed a postgraduate certification in Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Design from the Nigerian University of Technology and Management (NUTM). This program equipped me with the necessary skills to tackle African problems effectively. In the future, I aim to become a leader in disciplines such as Human-centered Design, Systems thinking, Clean Energy, User Experience, AR and VR Design, Technology, and Strategy. During my time at NUTM, I co-founded a startup project called Verifypro, where I served as the lead product designer. Our focus was on developing a property verification platform that helped people assess the feasibility of properties before making any investments or purchases. I'm proud to say that our project made it to the top eight business solutions, excelling in both technology and business strategy. Beyond my professional endeavors, I find joy in creative writing and guiding aspiring designers in understanding UX strategy. I believe in giving back to the community. Additionally, I'm an avid reader, always seeking opportunities for continuous growth and development. In terms of technical skills, I excel in various areas, including UX strategy, user flows, concept sketches, experience mapping, wireframes, prototypes, and mockups. I'm also well-versed in design systems, branding, leading workshops, and project management. When it comes to software, I have hands-on experience with tools like Figma, Adobe XD, Miro, inVision, ProtoPie, PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Webflow. Additionally, I'm proficient in utilizing research tools like Useberry, Google Optimize, Otter, as well as collaboration and project management platforms such as Jira, Trello, Confluence, Slack, Notion, and Monday. Moreover, I have a solid foundation in programming languages like HTML5, CSS, and Python. I'm always excited to tackle new challenges and collaborate on projects that push the boundaries of design. Let me know if there's anything specific you'd like to discuss or if you have any questions!

Talk with a Talent Expert

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

Top Talent like Rachel 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.

Rachel Magaji

Product Designer • User Researcher • UI Designer • Lagos, LA, NG
Product Strategy
Design Research
Pitch Decks
Design
Prototyping
Figma
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

Rethinking Financial Inclusion for Bank9ja

Bank9ja is a digital bank that provides unique banking services to the unbanked and underbanked. I led the design for the corporate account. I collaborated with other designers, including the design lead Tola, Edikan, and Hameed, in structuring and perfecting the information architecture, UX research and personal account designs. Our deliverables were mobile high-fidelity screens for both IOS and Android, strategy documents and prototypes.

Revolutionizing Research & Development in Africa for WADI Africa

WADI Africa is on a mission to revolutionise research and development (R&D) in Africa by making it easier for researchers to access the support they need. This support covers everything from equipment & training to mentorship, community connections, and manuscript review, all available in one place through a digital platform. I was the lead designer on this project. I took the lead on the product design strategy, brainstorming sessions, visual design strategy, design of low, mid and high-fidelity mockups, prototyping, and user testing of ideas and concepts. The project lasted from January to March 2023.

Work History

S

Product Designer - Research and Development

SeerBit- Thoroughly research market trends and user needs, utilizing innovative and effective methodologies to gather actionable insights. - Create innovative, user-centred design solutions that are visually stunning, intuitive, and optimized for usability. - Create visionary design concepts that push the boundaries of what is possible, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.
S

Product Designer

SubjectToClimateSep 2021 - Aug 2023 • 2 yrsDesigning and building the platform website in close collaboration with the developer and product manager. Providing an iterative and human-centred design strategy for the company's portfolio projects in collaboration with the product stakeholders.
W

User Experience Designer

Wadi AfricaJan 2023 - Mar 2023 • 3 mosAs a User Experience Designer, contributed to enhancing user interactions and experiences with the company's digital products.
V

User Experience Designer / Co-founder

Verify ProOct 2021 - Aug 2022 • 11 mosLed the product research and development team to design the user experience of products from conception to launch. Designing innovative end-to-end flows and experiences across mobile and web with high quality and craftsmanship. Conducted stakeholders' interviews and created wireframes for development.
S

Design thinker

Studio CarbonMar 2022 - May 2022 • 3 mosOversaw the research for a cutting-edge beehive project and developed a futuristic bee-saving plan. Collaborated with the design team to develop a brand language and led comparable case study research to relaunch a fitness fashion company.

Education

Q

Quantic School of Business and Technology

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies2023 - 2024
N

Nigerian University of Technology and Management

Postgraduate Degree, Technology/Entrepreneurship/Design2021
C

Coursera

Google UX Certification, Product Design
K

Kaduna State University

Bachelor of Science - BSc, Environmental Management

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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