Candace Hopkins
Melbourne
Summary
Experienced UX Designer with a passion for accessibility, scalability, and crafting user-centric solutions. Skilled in developing intuitive and inclusive design systems, prototyping, and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive digital experiences. Dedicated to continuous learning and achieving accessibility goals through impactful designs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Digital UX/UI Designer
Torrens University Australia
05.2022 - Current
- Designed and integrated accessible, responsive, and mobile-first web experiences, achieving WCAG AA accessibility certification for two websites
- Develop interactive prototypes for iterative user testing, driving improvements based on feedback to align with stakeholder objectives and enhance usability
- Collaborate with developers in agile sprints to ensure seamless design implementation and delivery
- Lead the redesign of application forms, increasing student submissions by 35% and reducing drop-off rates with user-friendly 'save and return' functionality
- Champion accessibility by embedding inclusive design principles into components and patterns, resulting in more cohesive and equitable user experiences
- Delivered four large-scale rebrands, ensuring alignment with updated visual identities and user experience standards
- Focus on streamlining navigation, enhancing usability, and maintaining brand integrity across platforms
UX Digital Designer (Freelance)
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Partnered with clients to design user-centric marketing platforms, digital interfaces, and print materials
- Enhanced user experiences with visually compelling and strategically aligned designs, balancing user needs with business objectives
- Delivered tailored design solutions by leveraging accessibility guidelines and UX best practices
Studio Manager & Lead Educator
Jikram Yoga Doncaster
01.2014 - 05.2021
- Managed operations for a dynamic yoga and Pilates studio, overseeing team coordination and customer engagement
- Delivered personalised instruction, adapting to diverse skill levels and physical abilities
- Fostered a collaborative environment, mentoring instructors to improve performance and client satisfaction
Education
Diploma of UX and Web Design -
Billy Blue College of Design
01.2021
Certificate III & IV in Personal Training -
FIA Fitnation
07.2014
Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork & Reformer -
Breathe Education
01.2014
Skills
- Design Systems & Accessibility Principles
- Prototyping & Iterative Refinement
- Figma & Adobe Creative Suite
- HTML & CSS
- WCAG Compliance & Accessibility Standards
- User-Centric Design & Collaboration
- Agile Development Processes
Accomplishments
- Successfully redesigned application forms, increasing submissions by 35% and reducing drop-offs.
- Achieved WCAG AA certification for two websites, ensuring accessibility compliance.
- Streamlined collaboration between designers and developers in an agile environment, enhancing design implementation.
- Championed the integration of inclusive design principles into scalable design systems, improving consistency across platforms.
- Delivered four impactful rebrands, redefining digital experiences while maintaining brand alignment.
Timeline
Digital UX/UI Designer
Torrens University Australia
05.2022 - Current
UX Digital Designer (Freelance)
05.2021 - 05.2022
Studio Manager & Lead Educator
Jikram Yoga Doncaster
01.2014 - 05.2021
Certificate III & IV in Personal Training -
FIA Fitnation
Certificate IV in Pilates Matwork & Reformer -
Breathe Education
Diploma of UX and Web Design -
Billy Blue College of Design
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