MAY SERMONIA (PRODUCT DESIGNER)
PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
With 8 years in tech, 2 in design, 2 in marketing, and 4 in people ops, my journey has been a dynamic blend of roles, evolving from PeopleOps/Marketer to Product Designer. The foundation for my design career was laid during my administrative work as a Chief of Staff and initially as an Office Manager. In those roles, I honed my skills in designing employee onboarding programs, crafting office layouts, and managing large-scale brand events.
Today, as a freelance product designer, I've seamlessly transitioned these skills into the digital space, working with early-stage startups to enhance user onboarding experiences and marketing page layouts. Project management remains a forte as I handle multiple clients simultaneously. Now, I aim to bring these talents to an innovative company with a design team, fostering a collaborative environment for continuous learning and growth.
CORE SKILLS
My core skills and strengths encompass a dynamic range. Public speaking is not just a skill but a tool that aids me in articulating design concepts effectively, ensuring alignment with stakeholders and fostering a shared vision. Cultivating team camaraderie is at the heart of collaborative design, enabling seamless communication and cohesive teamwork. In visual design, my expertise in typography and colour theory empowers me to create compelling and user-centric interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience. Equally vital to my success as a product designer is my proficiency in project management. This skill ensures that design initiatives are not only creatively impactful but also well-executed within timelines. By marrying these skills, I've successfully navigated complex design projects, translating ideas into tangible products that resonate with users.
Together, these strengths contribute to my ability to not just design aesthetically pleasing products but to strategically integrate design into the broader goals of the project, resulting in holistic and impactful outcomes.
MOTIVATION & INSPIRATION
What truly lights the fire in my career journey is the unwavering commitment to growing as a Product Designer and making a real impact in the field. I'm fuelled by the idea of blending my knack for connecting with people and my design skills to improve tools that leave a positive mark on the future—whether it's in clean energy, healthcare accessibility, financial equity, or even taking on the bad actors in cybersecurity.
But it's not just about personal growth; I aspire to step into leadership shoes, diving deep into real-world challenges and leading design teams to create digital products that stand out. What makes this journey even more exciting for me is the prospect of doing it alongside a team that values open conversations, thrives on creative thinking, values the growth of its employees, and isn't afraid to innovate. It's these personal connections, shared visions, and a touch of innovation that make each step in my career not just a job but a fulfilling adventure.
PORTFOLIO
TOP COMPANIES OF CHOICE
Webflow, Secoda, Figma, Zipline, Airbnb, Sift Science, GroundNews, Violet Health
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