about
naram is a creative that seeks to create meaning in design
naram ziady

what makes me me?

ABOUT Naram

I started as an illustrator in 2017 and after finishing my bachelors in computer science in 2020, i dived into the world of ux design.

ever since then i just kept at it, following the path to become someone that can create meaning in design.

User Research & Analysis
UI/UX Design Principles
Figma & Adobe Creative Suite
User Testing & Feedback Analysis
Design Thinking
Communication & Presentation Skills

Problem-solving Skills
Wireframing & Prototyping
Interaction Design
Responsive Design
Accessibility Standards (WCAG)
Cross-functional Collaboration

skills

Webflow
Figma
Squarespace

Framer
Adobe Creative Suit
Spline

tools

Experience

Nara designs llc

Freelance Product Designer

sep 2021 - Present

• Led the redesign for client projects by implementing atomic design principles, directly resulting in a 7% increase in user retention through enhanced user experience and interface simplicity.

• Established Nara Designs, expanding its reach by forging strategic partnerships in five countries, notably enhancing our global market presence and client service diversity.

• Proactively researched and integrated cutting-edge design trends into our projects, significantly improving prototyping speed and design quality.

• Pioneered the integration of WCAG standards in all design workflows, markedly improving accessibility and inclusivity for client projects.

PropertyCard

Product Designer

feb 2021 - aug 2021

• Developed an extensive Figma design system with 150+ components, streamlining design consistency and boosting team efficiency by 80%.

• Led competitive analysis, uncovering over 20 strategic improvement areas, directly influencing the refinement of our business strategy and product offerings.

• Revitalized the product design and user experience, collaborating closely with stakeholders to deliver a modern, user-centric interface that significantly elevated customer satisfaction.

• Led a multidisciplinary team of programmers and a graphic artist, enhancing their proficiency with Figma and ensuring precise execution of design documentation, elevating project outcomes.

Presentail

UX Designer

Jan 2021 - Feb 2021

• Strategically collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project objectives and metrics, resulting in a 45% surge in product adoption through targeted design initiatives.

• Spearheaded a cross-functional collaboration to craft a product roadmap, directly contributing to a 45% increase in adoption by aligning UX design with user needs and business goals.

• Designed comprehensive wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that transformed user feedback into actionable insights, enhancing product design and user satisfaction.

• Analyzed business and market trends to inform design decisions, ensuring our product strategy remained ahead of industry shifts and aligned with customer expectations.

education

notre dame university

computer science - BS

sep 2017 - may 2020

• Graduated with a 3.35 GPA

certifications

Google UX Design Specialization

Coursera

oct 2023

Prompt Engineering

Coursera

Jan 2023

languages

english

native

arabic

native

french

intermediate

japanese

elementary