Aspiring UX Designer with Strong UI Skills
Resume:
Waleed Sohail
Ansari
Junior UX Designer
Manchester, United Kingdom
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Portfolio: https://waleedansariportfolio.framer.website LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/waleed-sohail-300393240 ㅡ
Professional
Summary
MSc User Experience Design graduate with a background in Computer Science and hands-on experience in UI/UX design, user research, and digital product development. Skilled in user-centred design, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and information architecture. Experienced in designing accessible, user-focused interfaces and documenting structured UX case studies. Seeking Junior UI/UX Designer, Product Designer, or Digital Designer roles.
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Skills
Design & UX Skills
UX Design, UI Design, User Research, Usability Testing, User Flows, Wireframing, Prototyping, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Design Thinking, Accessibility (WCAG Awareness), Visual Design, Motion Design (Basic), 3D Design (Basic)
Usability Testing & Research Methods
Moderated Usability Testing, Unmoderated Usability Testing, Task-Based Testing, Guerrilla Testing, Heuristic Evaluation, User Interviews, Survey-Based Feedback
Tools
Figma, FigJam, Framer,
Cavalry (Learning),
Spline (Basic)
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Experience
UI/UX Designer – Independent Projects
June 2024 – September 2024 Remote
Designed end-to-end user experiences for self-initiated digital products using user-centred design principles. Conducted user research and usability testing to identify user needs and pain points. Created user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes using Figma and Framer. Iterated designs based on feedback, heuristic evaluation, and usability findings. Documented structured UX case studies outlining research, design decisions, and outcomes.
Texinity Technologies / UI/UX Designer & Graphic Designer November 2023 – February 2024 Islamabad
Designed user-centred interfaces for digital platforms with a focus on usability and visual consistency. Created wireframes, UI mockups, and visual assets aligned with brand guidelines. Collaborated with developers and stakeholders to ensure design feasibility, clear handoff, and timely delivery.
Everva / UI/UX Designer
September 2023 – November 2023 Remote
Supported website layout and navigation improvements using UX best practices. Assisted in gathering and analysing user feedback to inform UX and interface design decisions. Contributed to usability testing and iterative design enhancements to improve clarity and user experience. 4Roots Digital Marketing Agency / Co Founder
September 2023 – November 2024 Islamabad
Managed digital design and marketing projects for small business clients. Coordinated client communication, project timelines, and deliverables. Applied UX and visual design principles to branding, websites, and digital content.
Lowkey Jewels / Co Founder (E-commerce Business)
September 2021 – November 2023 Remote
Managed day-to-day operations of an e-commerce jewellery business. Oversaw website UX, customer journeys, order fulfilment, inventory management, and payment processing. Promoted products through social media and digital marketing channels.
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Education
University of Portsmouth / MSc User Experience Design 2024 – 2025, Portsmouth
Focused on user-centred design principles, UX research methods, usability testing, and interaction design. Developed end-to-end UX case studies involving research, ideation, prototyping, and evaluation, with an emphasis on accessibility, design ethics, and real-world problem solving.
Bahria University / BSc Computer Science
2019 – 2023, Islamabad
Built a strong foundation in computer science, including software development, human–computer interaction concepts, and problem-solving. Gained technical understanding that supports collaboration with developers and informed decision-making in UX and digital product design.
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Certifications
Google UX Design Professional Certificate
LottieFiles for Figma & Framer Certificate
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Activities & Involvement
Attended UX Design Intro Day at BrainStation, engaging with experienced UX designers from companies including Google, Sky, and Shopify.
Volunteer participant at Hack Pompey hackathon, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on problem-solving and design challenges. Member of the Google Developer Student Club (GDSC), Bahria University, participating in developer and design-focused learning activities.
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Design Knowledge
Awareness of current UI/UX and product design trends, including accessibility-first design, responsive layouts, minimal interfaces, and motion-enhanced interactions.
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