OLAYIDE ILORI

Creative UI/UX and Brand Designer
Lagos, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Creative UI/UX and Brand Designer with over a decade of experience in crafting user-centered designs that seamlessly blend aesthetics with functionality. Proven track record of boosting user engagement and elevating visual appeal through strategic thinking, data-driven design solutions, and expert command of industry-standard tools. Adept at leading cross-functional teams to deliver visually compelling digital experiences that enhance brand identity and drive significant business impact.

Work

CardinalStone Partners
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Lead Product Designer

Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Leads product design initiatives for CardinalStone Partners, overseeing the development of user-centric web and mobile applications to enhance engagement and drive business growth.

Highlights

Spearheaded the design and development of the CS Alpha Web Application, collaborating with product and engineering teams to achieve 95% design accuracy and ensure timely project delivery.

Developed and maintained a comprehensive style guide and design system, ensuring consistency across all user interfaces and reducing design iteration time by 40%.

Designed and delivered high-impact user interfaces for various web and mobile applications, driving a 35% increase in user engagement and a 20% boost in client satisfaction.

Conducted advanced UX research, developed robust design systems, and created high-fidelity prototypes to strategically inform and drive product development.

Optimized user flows and reduced visual clutter across 4 subsidiary websites, enhancing overall performance by 15% and improving load times and interaction rates.

The Airmingle Magazine
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Creative Design Consultant

Remote, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Provided expert design consulting to The Airmingle Magazine, specializing in brand identity, visual storytelling, and magazine layout for enhanced audience engagement.

Highlights

Consulted on critical aspects of brand identity, visual storytelling, and magazine layout design to optimize aesthetic appeal and market resonance.

Developed and implemented design strategies for digital and print experiences, ensuring consistent audience engagement and brand voice.

Guided content curation and refined visual language to align with evolving editorial themes and market trends.

Timeless Magazine
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Creative Director

Lagos, Remote, Nigeria

Summary

Directs all visual and creative aspects for Timeless Magazine, leading a team to define and maintain consistent editorial branding across print and digital platforms.

Highlights

Led comprehensive visual and creative direction for both print and digital issues, shaping the aesthetic identity of the publication.

Oversaw the development of cover art, sophisticated layout designs, photography concepts, and cohesive editorial branding.

Managed and mentored a team of designers and creatives, ensuring consistent storytelling and visual identity across all content.

Various Brands & Companies
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Creative and Web Designer & Brand Consultant

Remote, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Operated as an independent Creative and Web Designer & Brand Consultant, delivering comprehensive branding, UI/UX, and design strategy services to a diverse portfolio of startups, SMEs, and corporate clients.

Highlights

Provided end-to-end branding, visual identity, and strategic design services for a diverse client base including startups, SMEs, and corporate clients.

Delivered impactful logo designs, UI/UX solutions, marketing materials, and compelling brand storytelling across varied sectors such as tech, lifestyle, and real estate.

Enhanced brand positioning and significantly improved visual appeal across all customer touchpoints, leading to stronger market presence for clients.

Education

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria

BSc.

Banking and Finance

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria

Diploma

Marketing

Certificates

Product Masterclass: How to Build Digital Products

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Figma UI UX Design

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Design Thinking: Research and Analysis

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Adobe Photoshop CC Essentials Training

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Adobe Photoshop CC Advanced Training

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Skills

UI/UX & Product Design

UI Design, UX Design, User-centered Design, Design Thinking, User Research, User Personas and Journeys, Visual Design, Interaction Design, Accessibility Design, Responsive Design, Usability Testing, Wireframing and Prototyping, Design Systems, Product Strategy, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy.

Tools & Technologies

Figma, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, WordPress, Jira.

Methodologies & Soft Skills

Agile Methodologies, Communication, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail.

Projects