Jonathan Adah

Jonathan Adah

UI/UX Design Mentor and Tutor

3 yrs experience · Lagos, Nigeria · <10 hrs/week

About

I have built a robust career in UI/UX design and mentorship. Currently, I serve as a Design Mentor at Avocademy, where I review students' work and provide essential design principles. As a UI/UX Tutor at Tethral Technologies Ltd, I develop engaging curricula and offer valuable feedback to enhance students' design skills. I was the Lead Product Designer at Thrillers Travels, collaborating with cross-functional teams and managing the product lifecycle. At Gearloose Labs Pvt Ltd, I created a design system that increased design and development cycles by 30%.

Skills

Adobe Creative SuiteDesignDesign ResearchDesign SystemsDesign ThinkingHeuristic EvaluationMobile DesignProduct DesignProduct DevelopmentProduct StrategyUI/UX DesignUXUsability TestingUser FlowsUser Interface DesignUser PersonasUser ResearchUser-Centered DesignWeb Accessibility

Experience

  • Design Mentor · Avocademy (YC W22)03-01-2024

    I meticulously review students' work, offering constructive feedback and providing insightful suggestions for improvement. This approach has improved the skills of the aspiring students. I offer comprehensive resources and unwavering support to help students enhance their skills and stay abreast of the latest trends in UI/UX design. I impart essential design principles and best practices to mentees, covering topics such as typography, layout, color theory, and accessibility, ensuring they have a solid foundation to excel in the field of design.

  • UI/UX Tutor · Tethral Technologies Ltd04-01-2023

    Providing comprehensive instructions and guidance in UI/UX design principles, methodologies, and tools. Developing engaging and structured curricula to facilitate effective learning experiences for students. Offered valuable feedback and conducted design critiques to help students develop their design skills and enhance their critical thinking abilities. Continuously staying updated with the latest trends and practices in UI/UX design to provide relevant and up-to-date instruction. Experience in delivering interactive and hands-on sessions, promoting a student-centered learning environment.

  • Freelance Product Designer12-01-2021

    Led the development of Dashboard Designs (Admin & User) for Special Man Solutions LTD which resulted in streamlined user workflows, enhanced user experience, and improved overall usability. Worked with multiple agencies, and design studios, and completed several solo projects, demonstrating proficiency in various aspects of design including UX research, responsive design, interaction design, UI design, and prototyping. Designed visually captivating brand identities for diverse clients which ensured seamless consistency and alignment with brand values, resulting in improved brand recognition, increased customer engagement, and strengthened brand loyalty.

  • Lead Product Designer · Thrillers Travels07-01-2023 – 05-01-2024

    Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, developers, and stakeholders, to define design requirements and objectives. Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to visualize design concepts and user interfaces. Conduct user research and usability testing to gather valuable feedback and insights. Iterate on designs based on user feedback and data-driven decisions. Contribute to the overall design and user experience strategy for Thrillers Travels. Manage the entire product lifecycle from conception and design to development and launch. Define and prioritize product features, improvements, and enhancements based on user feedback and market analysis. Monitor and evaluate product performance, collecting data to drive data-driven decisions. Assist in setting long-term goals for product growth and success.

  • UI/UX Designer · Gearloose Labs Pvt Ltd01-01-2023 – 03-01-2023

    Created the design system currently being used at the company, resulting in a 30% increase in the rate of design and development cycles. Collaborated on cross-functional projects with Marketing Team, Engineering Team, Project Owners, and Project managers. Led end-to-end design responsibilities across various web and mobile products. Resulting in data-driven design solutions, improved user satisfaction, and optimized user experiences, contributing to an increase in conversion rates and positive user feedback.

Education

  • Federal University of Technology Owerri NigeriaB.Eng, Mechanical Engineering

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