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Name: Eugene Kilberg
Title: UX/UI Product Design Lead
Tel: +1-917-***-****
Email: ad3l2e@r.postjobfree.com
Portfolio: https://ekilberg.myportfolio.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/expertux
Summary:
As an experienced design leader with a proven track record of successful projects, I excel in fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive impactful outcomes. Proficient in creating compelling storyboards, wireframes, and rapid prototypes. Established professional committed to driving best practices, standardization, and design expertise while leveraging innovative approaches for visually appealing, highly functional products. A passionate team player and self-starter dedicated to cultivating collaborative work environments and devising intelligent solutions for complex design challenges.
Work History:
Vice President UX Lead
JP Morgan Chase
11/2022 – 12/23
As the Product Design Lead, I orchestrated the entire design journey, elevating the onboarding process for Embedded Banking customers and streamlining internal operational payments management. I crafted detailed user stories, meticulously organized backlogs, and established rigorous acceptance criteria to ensure unparalleled quality. Collaborating closely with product owners and strategists, I deciphered user needs and drove innovation through the meticulous application of design thinking. By delving into user research initiatives, I validated concepts and maintained an unwavering commitment to user-centric design. Taking full ownership of refining design outputs, I crafted captivating prototypes and comprehensively documented solutions. My efforts raised the bar for design standards, paving the way for a seamless and sophisticated evolution in the product development journey.
Lead UX Product Designer - Consultant
Parametric by Morgan Stanley
04/2022 – 12/2022
In my role as a hands-on Lead UX designer, I spearheaded dynamic UI design strategies tailored specifically for web and mobile enterprise applications, with a keen focus on prioritizing components crucial to Wealth Management and enhancing client-facing Transition Reports. Collaborating seamlessly with cross-functional teams, I not only set clear UX design objectives but also meticulously gathered and synthesized requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of the customer's perspective. Leveraging the power of user research, I pinpointed critical elements, translating them into impactful wireframes, rapid prototypes, and visually stunning designs. Moreover, I orchestrated rigorous usability testing sessions, fostering a continuous feedback loop to ensure iterative refinement and enhancement from the customer's viewpoint. Beyond my design duties, I dedicated myself to embodying a balanced blend of creativity, strategic foresight, and impeccable execution to deliver solutions that resonate with and delight our customers.
User Experience Director
adMarketplace
03/2021 – 04/2022
As a seasoned UX Design Director, I spearheaded the creation and leadership of a top-tier team, injecting a dynamic UX culture and robust processes into the organization's DNA. My efforts in recruiting and mentoring a cadre of UX/UI designers resulted in a significant enhancement of their skills in product design and operational processes. Through the establishment of comprehensive design standards, I ensured alignment with business objectives and brand guidelines, thereby guaranteeing a cohesive visual identity across the organization and its diverse product offerings. Embracing a collaborative ethos that transcended disciplinary and departmental boundaries, I championed a holistic approach to digital touch-points, forging a unified strategy that optimized user experiences across the board. In essence, my leadership energized the design landscape, blending strategic vision, talent development, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver Marketplace applications that leave an indelible impact on users and elevate the organization's standing in the market.
Bank of America
08/2020 – 03/2021
As the Lead Product Designer, my impact was instrumental in shaping and designing pivotal features for our product's MVP. I took the helm in conceptualizing and crafting an interactive prototype for the "Processes Control & Risk Management" portal application, a cornerstone in our product development journey. This comprehensive prototype boasted advanced functionalities meticulously tailored to the diverse needs of the executive management team. It enabled real-time monitoring of data matrices, streamlined testing procedures, facilitated swift resolution of open issues, and provided a robust platform for managing loss events. In essence, my design work addressed a spectrum of critical concerns essential to the executive decision-making process, cementing my role's significance in driving the product's success. Lead UI Product Designer - Consultant
Sr. UI UX Product Designer - Consultant
J.P. Morgan Chase
01/2020 – 07/2020
As a Senior Product Designer, my role carried significant weight as I meticulously crafted features for internal digital experiences, aligning them with corporate and business imperatives. Through close collaboration with key stakeholders, I ensured that our designs seamlessly dovetailed with corporate strategic objectives, with a particular emphasis on spearheading the development of the "Risk Business Processes Affected by Data Quality Failures" application. Operating within an agile framework, I drove tangible outcomes and provided invaluable recommendations for optimizing and refining our solutions. By translating initial concepts and wireframes into dynamic interactive prototypes, I provided senior-level management with unparalleled visibility into the profound impact of the "Data Quality Failures on Risk Business Processes" application, solidifying the pivotal role of my contributions in driving organizational success.
Sr. UX UI Designer - Consultant
BNY Mellon Pershing
04/2019 – 07/2019
Revamped the user interface for Wealth Management document search and sorting, implementing essential professional criteria. Streamlined and consolidated intricate information through intuitive interactions and various visual representations. Developed prototypes to rigorously assess design concepts, ensuring alignment with the expectations of both stakeholders and customers. Enforced uniformity in behaviors across diverse products to maintain a seamless and cohesive user experience.
Lead UX, Product Designer - Consultant
Murano Imports Inc
09/2017 – 04/2019
As the Lead UX Designer, I spearheaded a transformative initiative to enhance the company's E-Commerce website and internal content management application, delivering a significant impact for both the organization and its customers. Through this collaborative effort, we meticulously analyzed the existing web application and online sales process, identifying critical strengths and areas for improvement. and delivered intuitive visually appealing page designs, prioritizing customer-centricity and innovation to ensure seamless interactions and drive business growth.
UX UI Design Director
FXCM (Forex Capital Markets)
03/2004 – 09/2017
As a seasoned UX Design Director, I've led cross-functional teams adeptly applying Agile and Design Thinking methodologies to drive impactful outcomes. My expertise spans diverse products, including the globally renowned DailyFX.com, which I played a pivotal role in its acquisition by IG Corporation for $40M, solidifying its status as a world-class Forex analytical and professional lead generator web application. I've also spearheaded the development of an internal Design System, collaborating closely with product, business, and engineering teams to ensure alignment with business goals and deliver exceptional user experiences across all touch-points. Through this strategic approach, I've consistently driven innovation and success throughout the product lifecycle, cementing my role's significance in driving organizational growth and delivering value to customers.
Education & Certifications:
- Design Sprint - Methodology & Practice, Boot camp by Jeff Knapp, Certified 2019
- UX Management - Strategy and Tactics at Interaction Design Foundation, 2018
- User Research - Methods & Best Practice, Conducting Usability Testing at Interaction Design Foundation, 2017
- User-Centered Analysis and Conceptual Design at Human Factor International, 2009
- Master of Arts - Industrial & Product Design Saint Petersburg Stieglitz State Academy of Art and Design, 1992
Skills:
UX Team & Product Design Leadership
UI/UX CoE
Agile Project Management
Collaboration, Communication, & Presentation
Prioritization & Time Management
Heuristic Product Evaluation
User & Desk Research
Personas, User Flows & User Journey Map
Patterns & UI Library Design
Data Visualization
Design System & Pattern Library
Mockups & Wire-framing
Rapid Interactive Prototyping
High-Fidelity Prototyping & Visual Design
Mobile Web-based & Native Application Design
JavaScript Frameworks, CSS, HTML5
Typography in Interface Design Layout
Color Balance Theory
ADA/WCAG Design Comply
Applications:
Figma
Sketch
InVision
Axure RP
Balsamiq
UXPin
Adobe Creative Suite
JIRA
Confluence
Lucid Board
Miro
Useberry