Diego Merino

Diego Merino

Founder & Executive Director at Platipus

2 yrs experience · Wayne, NJ · <10 hrs/week

About

With a foundation in HVAC from Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools, I have carved a diverse career path in design and leadership. As the Founder & Executive Director of Platipus, I steer the organization towards its strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with its mission. My expertise in UX/UI design is honed through freelance work, where I crafted user interfaces for industries such as hospitality and fashion. At Moment Studio, I collaborated on B2B and B2C websites, utilizing user research to enhance platforms and deliver comprehensive design solutions. My journey began as a Graphic Designer, where I developed brand identities through creative concepts and designs. This blend of technical education and creative experience equips me to lead and innovate in the dynamic field of design and organizational leadership.

Skills

Design ThinkingHeuristic EvaluationUI/UX DesignUsability TestingUser FlowsUser Interface DesignUser Research

Experience

  • Founder & Executive Director · Platipus08-01-2023

    As the Founder & Executive Director, responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and operations of the organization, ensuring alignment with its mission and goals.

  • UX/UI Designer · Freelance02-01-2023 – 03-01-2024

    Designed user interfaces for various businesses in industries like hospitality, fashion, and consumer sectors.

  • UX Designer · Moment Studio03-01-2022 – 01-01-2023

    Collaborated with design teams to create B2B and B2C websites, using user research to enhance consumer and merchant platforms. Translated conceptual ideas into user stories and wireframes, and submitted deliverables like user stories, wireframes, UI iterations, style guides, and final UI to clients.

  • Graphic Designer · Freelance08-01-2021 – 03-01-2022

    Created designs, concepts, and sketches based on brand vision using design principles. Produced illustrations and iterated designs according to brand needs and style, developing brand identity through business cards, websites, posters, t-shirts, and logo design.

Education

  • Passaic County Technical-Vocational SchoolsHigh School Diploma, Hvac

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