Hardy Hyppolite
Experienced Principal UX/UI Designer | Entrepreneur
20 yrs experience · New York, NY · 30-40 hrs/week
About
As an accomplished professional with a diverse background in design, I've spearheaded transformative digital experiences at top-tier companies like Oracle, Godiva, and MICROS. My expertise spans from initiating page layout design to mastering digital design, with a proven track record in creative direction, mobile apps, and e-commerce. My leadership has nurtured design talent and fostered stakeholder collaboration, driving innovation and excellence in cloud applications and POS systems. My journey reflects a commitment to elevating user experiences and a readiness to lead any global marketplace vision.
Skills
Experience
- Principal UX/UI Designer · Data Recognition Corporation (DRC)08-01-2021
Led the development of a unified design language across customer-facing and internal applications, enhancing user experience and interface consistency, by leveraging Figma and cross-functional collaboration. Spearheaded the design and implementation of a comprehensive design system, including components, icons, and interactions, which improved design team efficiency and accelerated project timelines. Fostered strategic partnerships with stakeholders and engineering teams to ensure seamless design-to-development transitions, resulting in an increase in project delivery efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
- Founder & Creative Director · THOUGHTS® Bourbon02-01-2020
Pioneered the strategic development of THOUGHTS® Bourbon, a multi-award-winning brand, reflecting 30 years of design industry leadership. This involved meticulous crafting of brand elements, from press kits to social media ads, demonstrating a profound commitment to creativity, mindfulness, and community engagement. Led cross-functional teams to innovate and execute comprehensive brand strategies, enhancing THOUGHTS®'s market presence and customer experience. This collaborative approach ensured seamless integration of design and business objectives, fostering stakeholder satisfaction. Cultivated a culture of excellence and innovation within the design team, mentoring emerging talent and driving the brand to achieve and surpass its strategic goals. This leadership role underscored my ability to guide teams in a competitive and ever-evolving digital landscape, preparing me to lead global marketplace visions.
- Senior UX/UI Designer · Oracle09-01-2006 – 06-01-2020
Led the creation of innovative design concepts across diverse platforms including mobile, tablet, responsive, cloud, POS systems, and handheld devices, enhancing user engagement and brand consistency. Spearheaded the development and maintenance of a comprehensive design system using Axure, Sketch, and Figma, which streamlined design processes and improved project delivery efficiency. Collaborated closely with stakeholders and participated in usability testing with end-users, ensuring designs met strategic business objectives and user needs, leading to an increase in stakeholder satisfaction.
Education
- Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyHuman-Computer Interaction for UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction for UX Design
- Oracle UniversityCertificate, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
- New York UniversityCertificate, 2D Design Principals
- Graphic Communication ArtsHigh School Diploma, Art, Advertising & Design
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