Hi, I'm Hassan Shahbaz
UI UX Designer – Developer
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I have almost 15 years of experience as a highly skilled UI/UX Designer and Developer who can combine creativity with usability to create top-notch online web and mobile applications. My experience ranges from branding and print layout to web design, frontend programming, and the UX process.
I’ve led the design and development of a variety of projects, including public-facing websites, mobile apps, and internal applications, and I’m skilled at coming up with new and strategic concepts for integrated digital solutions.
I have extensive experience with WordPress development, including the creation of WooCommerce online stores, restaurants, the integration of coupons, offers, discounts, and combos, and the use of major page builders.
I am able to design functional and visually appealing websites and mobile applications that correspond with the goals and objectives of my clients by combining my experience with marketing strategy.
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Experience
Where I Work
2020
Design & Development Manager
Hulexo Technologies, Abu Dhabi, UAE
05/2020 to Onward
- Lead the design & development teams, ensuring timely delivery, optimal performance, and alignment with business goals.
- Collaborate with ui/ux design team, project managers, and clients to discuss costs, timelines, and ensure alignment from design to development with business objectives.
- Design and develop WordPress websites and eCommerce platforms using PHP, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
- Customize themes and plugins with Elementor, Avada, WPBakery, and Gutenberg, integrating third-party APIs and payment gateways.
2017
UX Design Consultant (Contract)
DigiSkills, Govt of Pakistan
11/2017 to 06/2018
- Translate concepts into user flows, wireframes, mockups & prototypes.
- Make strategic design & user-experience decisions.
- Present & explain design strategies to high govt officials.
- Lead the development team & officials on design strategies
2017
Lead UI UX Designer
VIP Software Corp., Lahore, Pakistan
05/2017 to 04/2020
- Led UI/UX process planning, prioritizing, and scheduling for the design team.
- Translated user insights into user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity visual designs.
- Created user personas and workflows to enhance UX and guide user stories.
- Collaborated with developers to implement designs into responsive, functional code.
- Produced marketing assets for events, applying UX techniques like usability testing.
2016
Creative Lead
Unique Soft LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE
06/2016 to 04/2017
- Develop design specifications, wireframes & define workflow.
- Interact with clients to collect and verify requirements.
- Scheduling and tracking under development projects.
- Work with designers & developers to process development.
2015
Graphic & UI Designer
Dubai Smart Gov, Dubai, UAE
06/2015 to 05/2016
- Sketching raw ideas, graphic design & illustrations.
- Design mobile apps assets to support ux design team.
2011
Sr. UI Designer
FutureNow Technologies, Lahore, Pakistan
07/2011 to 06/2015
- Web strategy, planning & design for websites & mobile apps.
- Responsive HTML5/CSS3 Js conversion from psd designs.
- WordPress, Joomla & Open Cart (Design, Development, Installation).
- W3C validation, Cross browser solutions.
- Presentations, Product photography, Print material.
2008
Web & Graphic Designer
Web Souls, Lahore, Pakistan
09/2008 to 06/2011
- DotNuke, Joomla & WordPress theme design & development.
- Frontend development, W3C validation, Cross browser solutions.
- Graphic designing for halftone & line work (CMYK).
- Graphic Designing for web & printing.
- Web design & frontend development
FEATURES
What I Do
UX Design
I am a UX designer with proven experience of building consumer-facing web products and SaaS platforms at scale. I make strategy and lead creative teams to build a strong foundation for long-term product success.
Visual & UI Design
As a UI designer, I possess a combination of creativity, expertise, and meticulousness with a strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite & Figma. My area of expertise lies in producing flawlessly precise visuals. I have extensive design experience spanning from consumer to enterprise domains, encompassing various endpoints such as desktop, web applications, and mobile products.
Branding Design
As a brand designer, I possess exceptional creativity and expertise in redesigning brands, adept at transforming client concepts into reality. My extensive experience lies in creating inventive and uncomplicated branding strategies that enhance brand recognition, customer involvement, and revenue.
Frontend Development
As a Front-end Developer with versatility, I specialize in developing and overseeing intricate websites and dashboard applications. My expertise lies in utilizing HTML5, CSS3, SCSS, Tailwind CSS, and JavaScript to construct responsive websites, mobile applications, analytical dashboards, and interactive functionalities that promote business expansion and enhance user experience.
Wordpress Development
I have vast experience creating customised WordPress themes, plugins, and widgets, as well as using popular page builders such as Elementor, Divi, Avada, and WPBakery. Another field in which I have extensive experience is the design and development of WooCommerce-based e-commerce platforms, particularly for restaurants and multi-product stores. This includes integrating several payment channels and implementing various advertising strategies for restaurants and online retailers such as coupons, offers, discounts, and combos.
Furthermore, I have extensive experience installing WordPress on live servers while prioritising increased security and SEO methods. I am knowledgeable about the most effective ways for optimising websites and ensuring that web pages are ready for search engine indexing and ranking.
Achievements
Education
Communications
Expertise
Achievements
Achievements
Certificates & Awards
Certification in User Experience Design – 2016
Guidelines & Principals for User Experience Design
Appreciation Certificate – Dubai Smart Gov. UAE – 2015
Awarded certificate of appreciation as creative contributor in Dubai Now project.
Certification in Web Application Developer (EVS Lahore) 2008
HTML, CSS, Web 2.0, PHP, MySQL, Java scripting, Cross browser solutions
Certification in Graphic Designing – 2003
CorelDraw, Adobe Photoshop, ACDSee, Print Artist, FotoFilter, Swish, Flash, Gif animator
Diploma in Office Managements – 2000
Windows, MS Office, Inpage, Internet, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Education
Education
Education I Have
Masters in Computer Science – 2004
University of Punjab, Lahore
Communications
Communications
Languages I know
English
Professional
Urdu
Native
Expertise
Expertise
Skills I experienced in
- Developing web strategies and plans that align with business objectives.
- Designing complex dashboards to support specific business needs.
- Creating user experience design solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and achieve business goals.
- Skilled in wireframing and prototyping to bring ideas to life and test concepts.
- Expertise in visual communication and user interface design to create intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.
- Building corporate identity and branding to promote brand recognition and reputation.
- Developing effective business presentations to communicate ideas and data to diverse audiences.
- Experience in working with WordPress, Joomla, and ecommerce platforms to create and manage web content and online stores.
Portfolio
What I Created
Contact
Get In Touch
Are you in search of a UI/UX Designer? Whether you are planning to digitize your business or need assistance in rebranding your online application or website, I am here to help. I am available for freelance projects, remote work or even if you just want to discuss design, feel free to contact me.
