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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• OutlineActively contributed to end-to-end testing, enhancement and development of the CAFU mobile application and new CAFU Website.Key Responsibilities
• QA leadership: Led QA efforts within my team, ensuring the CAFU application met quality standards.
• Documentation: Engaged in sprint planning sessions. Reported bugs using Jira, maintaining test records.
• Communication: Effectively communicated testing progress and addressed issues with Project Managers, Developers, and QAs.Key Achievements
• Balancing Priorities: Managed QA role with effective time management and adaptability.
• Rapid Learning: Adapted quickly to the QA environment, learning and applying testing techniques.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• OutlineDuring my Internship at CAFU, I assisted the UX Research team in conducting extensive user experience research, gaining insights to enhance the CAFU mobile app's usability.Key Responsibilities
• Conducting Research: Engaged in planning, script creation, and execution of user research studies.
• Documenting and Presenting: Recorded findings and presented key insights, effectively communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Communication: Collaborated seamlessly with Designers, Data Analytics, and Growth team members, effectively communicating findings to enhance problem understanding.Key Achievements
• Insightful Analysis: Contributed to UX research by carefully analyzing findings and highlighting the most valuable insights which helped inform important design choices.
• Rapid Learning: Adapted quickly to the UX research environment, swiftly learning and applying research methodologies and techniques.Research Tools

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

OutlineI successfully completed a 6-month course on Coursera, consisting of a series of courses developed by Google in collaboration with the Google UX Design team.Key AchievementsDuring The Google UX Design Certificate on Coursera, I designed three applications, covering the following key topics:1. Introduction to UX design principles and processes.2..

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

• OutlineDuring my internship at Ace and Tate, an Amsterdam-based eyewear company, I played a multifaceted role involving rendering, researching, producing catalogs, quality-checking samples, and collaborating directly.
• Collaborative Design: Worked directly with the design team, contributing to the creation of unique eyewear designs for upcoming launches.
• Rendering: Utilized rendering techniques to visually communicate design concepts and ensure alignment with brand aesthetics.
• Research: Conducted extensive research to stay abreast of eyewear trends, materials, and design innovations, informing the design process.
• Quality Control: Conducted rigorous quality checks on eyewear samples, ensuring adherence to design specifications and high-quality standards.Key Achievements
• Innovative Design Contributions: Made significant contributions to the design team, actively shaping and enhancing the visual identity of eyewear products.

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

• OutlineDuring my internship at Vertepac, where I conducted my final dissertation project for university, I engaged in comprehensive activities encompassing research, design, prototyping, and testing. The focus was on.
• Ergonomic Backpack Design: Took a leading role in the design process, creating an ergonomic backpack specifically tailored for photography and videography equipment.
• Research: Conducted in-depth research into user needs, industry trends, and ergonomic principles to inform the design of the carrying system.
• Prototyping: Developed functional prototypes, iterating design concepts to achieve optimal performance and user comfort.
• Testing: Conducted rigorous testing of the carrying system, evaluating its functionality, durability, and ergonomic qualities to ensure it met high standards.Key Achievements:
• Innovative Design Solution: Successfully crafted an innovative ergonomic backpack solution for photography and videography, addressing specific user needs and challenges.

Laan Van NOI, The Netherlands

• OutlineDuring a freelance project involving the renovation of a residence, I undertook the design and manufacturing of a custom bookshelf. This bookshelf served as a distinctive separation element between the living.
• Custom Bookshelf Design: Conceptualized and designed a bespoke bookshelf to serve as a unique and functional division between the living room and kitchen spaces.
• Manufacturing: Executed the construction and manufacturing process of the custom bookshelf, ensuring precision and adherence to design specifications.
• Flooring Renovation: Spearheaded the renovation of the flooring, implementing aesthetic and durable solutions to enhance the overall look of the space.
• Paintwork: Managed the painting phase of the project, coordinating color schemes and executing quality paintwork to achieve a cohesive and visually appealing result.Key Achievements:
• Functional Design Integration: Successfully integrated the custom bookshelf into the living space, contributing both functional and aesthetic value to the overall design.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Outline:During my three-year tenure as an assistant coach for a Japanese youth football team, I took on the responsibility of organizing drills and offering constructive feedback to junior footballers through.
• Drill Organization: Designed and organized skill-specific drills to enhance the technical proficiency of junior football players, ensuring a structured and effective training program.
• Experiential Coaching: Implemented hands-on coaching methods, providing practical insights and experiential learning opportunities for young players to develop their skills on the field.
• Player Feedback: Delivered constructive feedback to individual players, focusing on areas of improvement and acknowledging achievements to foster continuous growth and motivation.Key Achievements
• Skill Development: Contributed to the overall skill development of young players through well-organized drills and personalized coaching, enabling them to progress in their football abilities.
• Positive Learning Environment: Cultivated a positive and supportive learning environment where players could thrive, building confidence and a passion for the sport.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Industrial And Product Design

High School Diploma