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OLAWALE BAMIDELE

Middlesbrough,United Kingdom

Summary

Accomplished and experienced Product Designer with a strong track record of creating user-focused web and mobile interfaces. My expertise includes UX/UI design, interaction design, prototyping, and user research. With a reputation for mentoring, leadership, and active contributions to the open-source community, I am dedicated to empowering designers and driving innovation in the global technology and design ecosystem.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Product Designer

Genevahq
London
03.2024 - 05.2025
  • Directed all design efforts for Geneva's core products, creating user-centric interfaces for web and mobile platforms and driving them to beta testing readiness.
  • Designed Geneva platform and MVP, resulting in 60% increase in user retention and raising £30000 pre seed funding within 6 months.
  • Conducted comprehensive user research, usability testing, and high-fidelity prototyping to optimize user experience and align with business goals.
  • Established a scalable and cohesive design system, ensuring visual and functional consistency across all products.
  • Led cross-functional collaboration with developers and stakeholders, streamlining processes from design to deployment, while shaping Geneva's product vision and roadmap

Product Designer

Scud Technologies
Port Harcourt
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Directed a skilled design team in developing comprehensive UI/UX design components across multiple platforms
  • Spearheaded the creative process for an array of products including the Driver Mobile App, Rider App, and corresponding websites
  • Managed the creation of intuitive backend dashboards and administrative interfaces
  • Ensured seamless responsiveness across devices and oversaw the aesthetic presentation of our applications in both the Play Store and iOS App Store
  • Leading the product design of the Scud app to deliver an intuitive and user-friendly experience, with a focus on exceeding user expectations
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including designers, developers, and product managers, to drive the design and development of a seamless digital presence that is on track to boost user engagement and satisfaction

Product Designer

Kedrus TV
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Demonstrated proficiency in UI/UX design by playing a crucial role in the development of their platform, utilizing user-centered design approach, wireframing, and prototyping to deliver exceptional user experience
  • Designed Kedrus TV website, resulting in 60% increase in user engagement and 35% growth in subscription model within three months.
  • Implemented innovative product design solutions by leveraging skills in motion graphics and executing comprehensive social media and content plans, enhancing their online presence and product offerings
  • Established design standards and ensured consistency across all product offerings by leading a team of four in the creation of a comprehensive style guide that encompassed user interface design, color palette development, typography selection, and other essential visual design elements

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Ekiti State University

Skills

  • Product Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Framer
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Project Management
  • Prototyping
  • User Research
  • Design Thinking
  • User Interface Design
  • User Experience Design
  • Figma
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe After Effects CC
  • Corel Draw
  • Leadership

Project

  • Figmaplugins.net:

Created a dedicated platform for curating Figma plugins, which has recorded over 1,000 users and has become an invaluable resource for designers, enhancing their workflows and creative efficiency., Figma, Framer 

  • Flag Fetch:

Developed FlagFetch, a Figma plugin with over 1,000 users, enabling designers to seamlessly integrate global flag assets into projects, streamlining design workflows.

  • UX Thrive Platform:

Founded UX Thrive, a vibrant community focused on empowering  UX designers through mentorship, webinars, boot camps, and interactive content. With almost 3000 members, the platform fosters growth by providing resources, tutorials, and opportunities for knowledge sharing in the UI/UX industry.

Accomplishments

  • UX Thrive - Founder.
  • Tech Impact Award - Black Business Community Awards Teesside 2024, hosted by Sticks and Stones Magazine, Middlesbrough.
  • African Outstanding Leadership Award - Global Skills Hub 2024
  • Nigeria 100 Iconic personality of the year award 2025- Tech CEO of the year on UX Thrive
  • Featured in The Nation Nigeria: "Young Nigerian Leader Honoured at UK Education Summit" for contributions to innovation in education and tech.
  • Featured on Vanguard newspaper "Olawale Bamidele honored among 100 iconic personalities of 2025, wins Iconic Tech Brand CEO Award"
  • Figma plugin, FlagFetch, was proudly featured in Figma Plugin Weekly, highlighting its impact on enhancing design workflows.
  • Recognized as one of the Top 10 Product Designers (UI/UX) in Nigeria 2024
  • Recognized as one of the 10 Nigerian Product Designers to Watch in 2022
  • Recognized in Africa Heroes' Profile Magazine for advancing innovation and empowering the next generation of leaders through platforms like UX Thrive.
  • Appeared on National television like News Central TV and Plus TV
  • Friends Of Figma Community- Port Harcourt - Organizing Team Member
  • TED X- Port Harcourt - Organizing Team Member, 2017
  • National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Rivers State - Head of Programs, Editorial Board, 2017

Certification

  • Google UX Design Course
  • Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google Digital Skills
  • Design Thinking, Simplilearn
  • Introduction to Project Management
  • Diploma in Computer Science

Timeline

Lead Product Designer

Genevahq
03.2024 - 05.2025

Product Designer

Scud Technologies
08.2022 - 01.2024

Product Designer

Kedrus TV
07.2021 - 09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Physics

Ekiti State University

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