Top Talent like Unwana Akpaoko 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.

Unwana Akpaoko ‍

Product Designer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Product Designer & UI Developer Expert
With a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Uyo and a background in Project Management from Noble Work Foundation, I have transitioned into a dynamic career as a Product Designer and UI Developer. My experience spans several innovative companies, including StudyRoom, GrowAfrica, and Questgig, where I have consistently enhanced user experiences and design systems. At StudyRoom, I led the development of a new style guide, improving design consistency and usability. My tenure at GrowAfrica saw a 30% increase in user engagement through data-driven design solutions. At Questgig, I improved user interface metrics by 40% through rapid prototyping. My work at HNG Internship and Elcharis Initiatives further honed my skills in UI/UX development, focusing on user-centered design principles. I am passionate about creating seamless, responsive web applications that meet the evolving needs of users across various platforms.

Work History

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Product Designer/UI Developer

StudyRoomAt StudyRoom, an educational platform, I served as a Contract Product Designer and UI Developer tasked with improving the platform's user experience and design consistency while ensuring that web applications functioned seamlessly across devices. Led the development and implementation of a new style guide and design system, conducted comprehensive usability testing and user research, developed and maintained responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, and React, and collaborated closely with the design team to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional user interfaces.
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Product Designer/UI Developer

GrowAfricaApr 2024 - Jun 2024 • 3 mosIn my role as a UI/UX Developer, I was accountable for generating original and creative solutions that meet the unique needs of my clients, primarily innovative startups of digital products. I leveraged data-driven decision-making tools to optimize traffic and engagement metrics for the digital products I developed, including web apps, websites, and eCommerce systems. This approach resulted in a 30% increase in user engagement and a 25% boost in conversion rates.
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Product Designer/UI Developer

HNG InternshipApr 2023 - Nov 2023 • 8 mosAs a UI/UX Developer at HNG Internship, I led the UI development and established the design system for a Zuri portfolio project, resulting in a 20% improvement in product development efficiency. Collaborated with product and development teams to enhance core product interfaces and user experiences, conducted research on emerging design trends, and assisted in managing client relationships through CRM platforms.
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Product Designer/UI Developer

QuestgigApr 2022 - Jan 2023 • 10 mosAt Questgig, I partnered directly with the CEO and Product team, streamlining the development process through rapid prototyping and iterative research. This resulted in a 40% improvement in user interface metrics. Collaborated with senior management on multiple functions, including customer success and finance, increasing survey submissions by addressing customer feedback pain points.
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Product Designer/UI Developer

Elcharis initiatives for AfricaJan 2022 - Mar 2022 • 3 mosAs a UI/UX Developer at El Charis Initiative for Africa, I spearheaded the redesign of the responsive website, utilizing Figma as the primary development tool. Implemented a user-centric development approach, considering the needs and preferences of the target audience, and applied user-centered design principles to enhance the overall user experience and interface.

Education

U

University of Uyo

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law2016 - 2022
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Noble Work Foundation

Project Management2021

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 & UI Developer Expert
With a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Uyo and a background in Project Management from Noble Work Foundation, I have transitioned into a dynamic career as a Product Designer and UI Developer. My experience spans several innovative companies, including StudyRoom, GrowAfrica, and Questgig, where I have consistently enhanced user experiences and design systems. At StudyRoom, I led the development of a new style guide, improving design consistency and usability. My tenure at GrowAfrica saw a 30% increase in user engagement through data-driven design solutions. At Questgig, I improved user interface metrics by 40% through rapid prototyping. My work at HNG Internship and Elcharis Initiatives further honed my skills in UI/UX development, focusing on user-centered design principles. I am passionate about creating seamless, responsive web applications that meet the evolving needs of users across various platforms.

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 Unwana Akpaoko 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.

Unwana Akpaoko ‍

Product Designer •
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

S

Product Designer/UI Developer

StudyRoomAt StudyRoom, an educational platform, I served as a Contract Product Designer and UI Developer tasked with improving the platform's user experience and design consistency while ensuring that web applications functioned seamlessly across devices. Led the development and implementation of a new style guide and design system, conducted comprehensive usability testing and user research, developed and maintained responsive web applications using HTML, CSS, and React, and collaborated closely with the design team to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional user interfaces.
G

Product Designer/UI Developer

GrowAfricaApr 2024 - Jun 2024 • 3 mosIn my role as a UI/UX Developer, I was accountable for generating original and creative solutions that meet the unique needs of my clients, primarily innovative startups of digital products. I leveraged data-driven decision-making tools to optimize traffic and engagement metrics for the digital products I developed, including web apps, websites, and eCommerce systems. This approach resulted in a 30% increase in user engagement and a 25% boost in conversion rates.
H

Product Designer/UI Developer

HNG InternshipApr 2023 - Nov 2023 • 8 mosAs a UI/UX Developer at HNG Internship, I led the UI development and established the design system for a Zuri portfolio project, resulting in a 20% improvement in product development efficiency. Collaborated with product and development teams to enhance core product interfaces and user experiences, conducted research on emerging design trends, and assisted in managing client relationships through CRM platforms.
Q

Product Designer/UI Developer

QuestgigApr 2022 - Jan 2023 • 10 mosAt Questgig, I partnered directly with the CEO and Product team, streamlining the development process through rapid prototyping and iterative research. This resulted in a 40% improvement in user interface metrics. Collaborated with senior management on multiple functions, including customer success and finance, increasing survey submissions by addressing customer feedback pain points.
E

Product Designer/UI Developer

Elcharis initiatives for AfricaJan 2022 - Mar 2022 • 3 mosAs a UI/UX Developer at El Charis Initiative for Africa, I spearheaded the redesign of the responsive website, utilizing Figma as the primary development tool. Implemented a user-centric development approach, considering the needs and preferences of the target audience, and applied user-centered design principles to enhance the overall user experience and interface.

Education

U

University of Uyo

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law2016 - 2022
N

Noble Work Foundation

Project Management2021

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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