Multidisciplinary UI Designer & Frontend Engineer

Opeyemi Muyiwa-Dada

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SUMMARY

● I have 5 years of experience in software engineering, product design, and graphics design.

● My fluency in English is advanced, enabling me to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.

● I manage time efficiently and can work effectively with cross-functional teams.

● Orchestrated and streamlined project management processes, overseeing the successful execution of projects simultaneously while meeting all deadlines and delivering high-quality results.

● Proficient in utilising various software and design tools to create and manage multiple forms of documentation and create compelling designs for clients. TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: JavaScript, HTML, CSS

Frameworks: React, Bootstrap

Tools: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Docker, GIT, GitHub, AWS, Notion, Selenium, Google Suite, GraphQL

Development Skills: Web Design & Development, Usability Testing and Research, UI Design, User Experience Design (UX), Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Test Driven Development

(TDD), Collaborative Development, Information Architecture, Prototype and Wireframing, User Flow, Documentation for UI/UX, Design Systems, Product Strategy, User Advocacy Methods: SDLC, TDD, Collaborative development, Documentation, Product strategy, User advocacy

WORK EXPERIENCE

Co-Founder & Product Lead Florence AI*January 2025 to Present Florence* is an AI-powered academic assistant for underserved STEM students, offering affordable and accessible support that breaks down complex concepts, provides coding help, and automates research. The platform's mission is to bridge the educational divide by delivering these services through familiar tools, including WhatsApp, Telegram, and a web interface. My achievements:

● Product Vision & Strategy: Led the end-to-end design and product strategy for Florence*, an AI-powered academic assistant, from ideation to MVP launch, with a mission to empower underserved STEM students in Africa and Latin America.

● Rapid Product Execution: Successfully launched the MVP on Telegram and a mobile-optimised web interface within a six-month development cycle.

● User Traction & Growth: User traction and validation: 500+ active users; 10,350+ STEM questions answered; zero paid marketing to date.

● Design & Brand Leadership: Defined the visual identity, CX, and UX for low-bandwidth environments; shipped responsive flows and templates that increased task completion and repeat usage.

● Media and Institutional Validation: Secured the "Most Impactful Business/Idea" award from the 2025 TEDxLagos Accelerator and initiated strategic partnership discussions with top-tier African universities, including being formally authorised for a pilot study by the University of Lagos (UNILAG press release), with multi-channel amplification across UNILAG and Florence social platforms as well as being featured in BusinessDay Senior Product Designer Spice 360 July 2022 to Present Spice 360 serves as the in-house agency for Tolaram Group Nigeria, specialising in webpage https://businessday.ng/personality/article/how-opeyemi-umeh-transform-university-learning-e xperience/maintenance, ADA management, and the cohesive branding of Tolaram Group and its subsidiaries.

My achievements:

● Product Strategy & Market Growth: Developed and executed a data-driven product marketing strategy (Northern Campaign) that increased Indomie Nigeria's revenue by

50M, achieving 25% sales growth and 30% reduction in customer acquisition costs

● Digital Product Transformation: Led end-to-end redesign of Indomie Nigeria, Minimie Nigeria and Addmie Nigeria's digital ecosystem, improving user satisfaction by 20%, boosting online engagement by 45%, and reducing support tickets by 35%

● Design System Implementation: Orchestrated development of company-wide design system with 12 cross-functional team members, reducing development time by 40% and increasing website traffic by 60% through enhanced user experience

● Campaign Performance: Launched innovative social media product strategy during Big Brother Naija 2022, generating 2M+ organic impressions and 15% market share growth with 85% improved engagement rates

Lead UX/UI Designer (Volunteer) SkailleUp August 2023 to November 2023 Skailleup, a pioneering startup in the education sector, is committed to global empowerment. The platform ensures that individuals worldwide can consistently and accountably achieve the zenith of their knowledge, skills, and aspirations, fostering sustainable growth. My achievements:

● Product Experience Enhancement: Developed a comprehensive product strategy that increased user engagement by 35%, improved student retention by 50%, and boosted course completion rates by 25%

● AI Product Innovation: Spearheaded the development of an AI-powered self-service chatbot, reducing monthly support costs by 100K while accelerating delivery timelines by 8 weeks

● User Research Leadership: Conducted extensive user research with 100+ participants, generating actionable insights that drove 40% improvement in user satisfaction and 25% increase in platform adoption

● Product Design Efficiency: Created a design system with reusable components and style guides, streamlining development workflow and saving 6+ hours weekly in design-development collaboration

Frontend Developer & UX/UI Design Intern YFRG April 2021 to December 2021 YFRG (Your Fone Repair Guy) was a technology startup that specialised in comprehensive mobile device solutions. It provided end-to-end software and hardware repair services with a focus on innovative technical solutions.

My achievements:

● Performance Optimisation: Assisted in developing and implementing technical strategy, achieving 30% faster page loads, 45% reduced bounce rates, and 25% increased conversion rates

● Mobile Product Strategy: Assisted in developing a mobile-first responsive design initiative, expanding the mobile user base by 40% and increasing mobile conversion rates by 35%

● User Testing & Metrics: Conducted usability testing sessions to evaluate product changes, resulting in 20% improvement in task completion rates and 15% enhanced user satisfaction

Graphics Design Intern Nitro 121 May 2019 to October 2019 Nitro121 is a top marketing and advertising firm in West Africa, specialising in brand strategy, audio-visual creatives, digital marketing, and media planning and buying. The company has an extensive client base spanning multiple sectors.

My achievements:

● Brand Asset Management: Assisted in developing an innovative brand identity system that reduced design cycles by 60% while improving brand consistency scores by 35%

● Process Optimisation: Participated in design workflow automation initiative, saving 20+ hours weekly and increasing team productivity by 45% EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Harde Business School - UI/UX Design [2023] - Acquired advanced skills in translating user requirements into compelling design solutions aligned with strategic business goals. Entry Level (Institute) - Product Management [2022] -In my Product Management Intensive course, I explored how Product Managers serve as the strategic bridge between business goals and user needs, learning to identify market opportunities, prioritise features, and coordinate cross-functional teams while using industry tools to make data-driven decisions throughout the product development process.

Stutern - Frontend Development [2021] -Engaged in an intensive Frontend Development course, mastering key technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Applied responsive design principles and learned to create interactive, user-friendly interfaces. SPEAKING EXPERIENCE

TEDXLagos - Keynote speaker at TEDxLagos 2025 (10th anniversary) articulating Florence's thesis: designing solutions for underserved learners through systems-level thinking rather than willpower narratives.

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