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Vitalii Nikiforov

Senior Product Designer

Auckland, New Zealand
+64272093711 be.net/underscorevint
My passion lies in developing visually appealing digital products with seamless user experiences.

From initial wireframes to polished solutions, I oversee the entire design process, with a particular emphasis on solving real problems, product-market fit, users' usability and increasing conversions.

I strive for innovation and continually improve designs to enhance the user experience through UX research, rapid prototyping and A/B testing. My expertise in creating design systems and UI component libraries ensures design consistency and quick delivery.

As a tech nomad, I have been fortunate to collaborate with various startups across different industries, immerse myself in modern technologies, and follow design trends while working with people around the Globe.

My extensive portfolio includes projects in various sectors, such as web applications for foreign exchange trading, software as a service (SaaS) solutions, entertaining games, and native applications for multiple
devices.

Work Experience

First AML

Senior Product Designer

I played a key role in shifting our web app model from outsourcing to self-operation, leading the development of a shared Design System. I collaborated with developers, providing user flows, UI components, and interactive prototypes, which streamlined SaaS feature creation.
July 2022 - August 2023 New Zealand

Xplor Clubware

UI Designer

I shaped the UI for the main gym network's BMS and related products, including a mobile app. I spearheaded the creation and maintenance of the Design System, ensuring consistent efficiency. My ongoing commitment to enhancing product UX/UI drove continuous improvements.
October 2019 - June 2022 New Zealand

MageBinary

Digital Designer

I designed the UI for a payment platform, ensuring adaptability across mobile and web apps with responsive design. This included core UI, ads, and branding. I crafted interactive prototypes and established the platform's web presence for an engaging user experience.
August 2018 - October 2019

Fulldive

Digital Designer

I was involved in creating the UX/UI for mobile applications centered around VR and AR experiences, including 360-degree videos and photos. Additionally, I led the development of branding elements, crafted UX/UI designs, generated wireframes, and designed prototypes for multiple mobile apps and their corresponding websites.
September 2015 - December 2018

Swapforex

UI/UX Designer

I contributed to a SaaS platform enabling users to engage in foreign currency exchange through real-time Forex rates. My responsibilities encompassed crafting the user interface and developing branding materials.
May 2011 - December 2013 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

Phereo

UI/UX Designer

I created user-centric UX/UI designs across various platforms mobile, desktop, and web. These designs provide intuitive tools for customers to manage their stereoscopic photo collections effectively. With a strong emphasis on seamless user experiences, I enable effortless navigation and engagement, enhancing overall interaction and satisfaction.
December 2010 - April 2011 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

ETS Baltica

Lead Designer

I designed the UX/UI for a B2B, B2C geolocation service with complex investment statistics for country regions. I established the platform's foundations and IA for an engaging user experience. My responsibilities in this position included: UX/UI Design / Visual Design and Branding foundations.
November 2009 - November 2010 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

Sovetnik

UI/UX Designer

I led the design of the user interface for the complete social network, catering to the existing user base. Collaborating with a team of essential stakeholders, I facilitated a smooth transition for users migrating between the previous and new web applications, ensuring a seamless experience throughout.
February 2009 - October 2009 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

E-ngineers

UI/UX Designer

I crafted the UX and UI for a currency trading platform that interfaces seamlessly with real market rates. This system incorporates a versatile white-labelling capability, enabling it to serve as a comprehensive FX trading solution available for packaging.
October 2007 - January 2009 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

Kyozou Inc

Web Designer

I orchestrated the creation of product listing templates for eBay customers, conceptualizing their design. Additionally, I crafted the theming for an online management system and played a pivotal role in shaping the corporate identity for Kyozou Inc.'s branding materials.
February 2004 - September 2007 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

UG Studio

Web Designer

| 2001 – 2003 I've played a pivotal role in various facets of design, encompassing web design, graphic design, illustration, HTML/CSS development, dynamic animations, game design, and a range of other creative endeavours.
November 2001 - December 2003 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

Education

Mozhaisky Space Academy

Master Degree in Information technologies and Networks

September 1996 - August 2001 Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation

Languages

English (Fluent),
Russian (Native),

Skills

3d, Adobe CC, Adobe Illustrator, Animations, Blender, Colour Theory, Figma, Games, Heuristic Anlisys, Interactive Prototypes, Product Design, Prototyping, Spline, UI, UI/UX, User Experience, User Interfaces, Visual Design,