Sahar A.

Sahar A.

UX/UI Designer | Design Systems, Figma & Human-Centered Experiences

5 yrs experience · Chicago, IL · 10-20 hrs/week

About

Hi there! I’m a passionate UX designer with a flair for blending creativity and strategy to craft intuitive, user-first experiences. With a background in fashion design and human resources, I bring a unique mix of style, empathy, and structure to everything I design. My journey is about understanding people—what they need, what they love, and how to make their experiences better (and prettier). In agile environments, I thrive collaborating with developers, PMs, and cross-functional teams to ship high-quality designs that are not only visually appealing but also practical and accessible. Always curious and learning, I’m continually sharpening my skills and exploring fresh design techniques to keep my work practical, polished, and people-centered. Let’s connect and see how I can bring creative energy, user empathy, and a touch of fashion-forward thinking to your next project! Let’s make something beautiful and functional together! UX | Design Systems | Agile | Human-Centered | Fashion Roots

Skills

Adobe Creative SuiteCSS3Design SystemsFigmaHTMLUsability TestingUser ResearchWireframing

Experience

  • User Experience Designer · YPCommunities01-01-2026 –

    Responsible for designing user experiences that enhance usability and engagement for YPCommunities' digital platforms.

  • UX Designer · Upwork01-01-2025 –

    Built and managed Figma design system, which streamlined developer handoffs and cut design-to-development time by about 25%. Designed the US lab’s patient scheduling workflow, simplifying patient management and improving appointment completion rates.

  • User Experience Designer · United Ground Express05-01-2024 – 12-01-2024

    Led full redesign of internal intranet, reducing task completion time by 35% and increasing user satisfaction scores by 20%. Conducted contextual inquiry and interviews to identify UX pain points. Developed wireframes and prototypes to increase user engagement.

  • User Interface Designer · Hallmark Business Connections12-01-2023 – 05-01-2024

    Created and refined user interfaces for web and mobile applications, ensuring they are visually appealing and user-friendly. Developed wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups, working closely with marketing and branding teams.

  • UX Designer · Health Care Service Corporation01-01-2024 – 04-01-2024

    Created user-centric designs grounded in principles and best practices to enhance user experience. Led design initiatives and managed expectations of design peers, product teams, and stakeholders.

Education

  • International Academy of Design and Technology-ChicagoBachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion Studies

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