Charbel Jamous
UI/UX Specialist | Product Experience Designer | UX Strategist | NN/g UX Certified | Design Partner
20 yrs experience · Toronto, ON · <10 hrs/week
About
I’m Charbel, a UX strategist, design partner, and proud dad of two. I’ve spent the last 20+ years helping founders and product teams design better digital experiences; from Beirut to Toronto, from wellness apps to enterprise SaaS. My work is rooted in empathy, strategy, and simplicity. Experienced in diverse industries, my portfolio includes wellness, enterprise SaaS, and event discovery platforms. Co-founded Lebtivity and led product design, guiding growth and user adoption. When I’m not deep in Figma or refining user flows, I’m chasing trains with my 7-year-old, calming toddler tantrums, or recharging over strong coffee and stronger ideas.
Skills
Experience
- User Experience Designer · MediaRadar, Inc.09-01-2024 –
Leading the design process for MediaRadar’s digital products, ensuring a seamless user experience across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop user-centered designs, create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups. Drive the continuous improvement of MediaRadar’s UI/UX practices to enhance user satisfaction and product efficiency.
- UI UX Designer · Toptal04-01-2020 –
Since joining Toptal in April 2020, I have built a strong track record of successfully delivering diverse and challenging projects, consistently exceeding client expectations and contributing to their critical business goals.
- UI UX Designer & Consultant · Self Employed07-01-2016 –
Deliver comprehensive UI/UX solutions for a diverse range of clients, from startups to established enterprises. Specialize in user research, multilingual design, wireframing, prototyping, and interface design. Continuously refine design methodologies to create intuitive and aesthetically pleasing digital products, ensuring they meet both user needs and business goals.
- UI UX Instructor · Université Antonine - UA09-01-2020 – 12-01-2020
Developed and delivered course content on UI/UX design, guiding students through practical and theoretical aspects of the field. Facilitated engaging classroom discussions, provided hands-on demonstrations, and offered individualized feedback to foster students’ skills in design thinking, wireframing, and prototyping.
- Co-Founder · Lebtivity05-01-2012 – 12-01-2019
Defined the vision and long-term strategy for Lebtivity.com, leading the product design to align with user needs and market trends. Played a pivotal role in establishing Lebtivity.com as a go-to platform for event discovery in Lebanon.
- Design Director · Webedia Arabia04-01-2013 – 07-01-2016
Led the design team to develop innovative digital experiences for Arabic publications. Directed the design strategy for high-profile clients like L’Oreal and Nestle, focusing on creating user-centric digital campaigns and enhancing the overall user journey across platforms. Championed design excellence and consistency in all projects.
- Part-Time Instructor · Notre Dame University - Louaize02-01-2016 – 06-01-2016
Crafted and implemented a comprehensive UI/UX curriculum tailored for photography students. Conducted interactive lectures, hands-on workshops, and assessed students through various projects, fostering a strong understanding of design principles and user experience methodologies.
- Design Director · Ethos Interactive03-01-2011 – 03-01-2013
Oversaw the design strategy and execution of digital projects, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality digital products, integrating the latest design trends and technologies. Focused on user-centered design to meet client objectives and enhance brand presence.
- Design Director · Webedia Arabia01-01-2007 – 01-01-2010
Directed the creative team in developing engaging and impactful digital campaigns, overseeing the conceptualization and strategic planning of digital marketing initiatives. Managed a multidisciplinary team of designers, writers, and digital creatives, ensuring cohesive execution and high-quality output.
- Design Director · Tribal DDB Beirut & Dubai01-01-2007 – 01-01-2010
Managed the creative process from ideation to execution, developing innovative digital campaigns for clients in the Gulf region. Stayed abreast of emerging digital trends to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Presented concepts to clients, providing clear rationale and addressing feedback to refine designs.
Education
- Université Antonine - UABachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Multimedia & Design
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