Samer Shawar Email & Phone Number

United Arab Emirates

Siegen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Jerusalem

At Clove Digital, my leadership played a crucial role in transforming complex challenges into groundbreaking user experiences. This was achieved through a comprehensive blend of user research, and the meticulous development of user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity prototypes. My deep understanding of UI design further enriched this process, ensuring every aspect of the user interface was both intuitive and aesthetically engaging, thus elevating the overall quality and appeal of our digital products.Simultaneously, I leveraged strategic product marketing tactics to ensure our design choices were in lockstep with market demands and user expectations. This deliberate alignment greatly enhanced our ability to communicate our products' value, resulting in a significant expansion of our market presence and user base.In addition, I worked in close collaboration with data science teams, incorporating data-driven insights into the design process. This allowed for the refinement of product features based on actual user behavior and feedback, paving the way for the creation of highly personalized user experiences and the ongoing enhancement of our offerings. This collaborative effort directly led to substantial improvements in user satisfaction, engagement, and the operational performance of our digital solutions. Thanks to this holistic and cohesive strategy, we saw a remarkable increase in user retention and conversion rates, solidifying our position as leaders in delivering exceptional user experience.

Jerusalem

As a UX Mentor at Jerusalem High Tech Foundry in a freelance capacity, I leverage my extensive experience in user experience design to guide and support emerging talent in the high-tech sector. My role involves providing one-on-one mentorship, conducting workshops, and offering critiques that help aspiring UX designers understand and apply best practices in creating user-centric digital products. I focus on fostering a culture of innovation, critical thinking, and creativity, enabling mentees to tackle complex design challenges and develop solutions that meet the needs of diverse user groups. By sharing insights from my professional journey, I aim to inspire and empower the next generation of UX professionals to excel in their careers and contribute meaningally to the tech ecosystem.

Berlin Area, Germany

At the Global Innovation Gathering, I spearheaded design thinking sessions and prototyping workshops that united cross-functional teams—including engineers, managers, developers, researchers, artists, and designers—toward exceeding organizational goals. These initiatives not only fostered a collaborative environment but also resulted in tangible outcomes: we achieved a notable improvement in project innovation, and accelerated product development timelines. By integrating diverse perspectives and expertise, we were able to drive significant advancements in our approach to solving complex problems, ultimately contributing to the organization's strategic objectives and enhancing its innovation capacity.

In my role as a User Experience Research Assistant at the University of Siegen, I conducted comprehensive analyses to develop mobile applications, significantly enhancing their usability. This was achieved through rigorous testing and the application of iterative design processes. The outcome of my efforts was not only a marked improvement in user satisfaction and engagement but also a reduction in user-reported issues by over 50%. These measurable results underscored the effectiveness of our user-centric approach and contributed to the successful deployment of highly intuitive and accessible mobile applications.

Tokyo, Japan

At Waseda University, I played a pivotal role in optimizing the mechanics of the WAS5 robot hand by harnessing insights from human-hand kinematics research and collaborating closely with a team of engineers. This focused effort led to a significant enhancement in the robot's saxophone playing abilities, demonstrating a marked improvement in its musical precision and fluidity. The advancements achieved in this project not only showcased the robot's improved performance capabilities but also underscored the potential of integrating biomechanical principles into robotic design, setting a new benchmark for robotic dexterity in musical performance.

Ramallah, Palestine

As the founder and CEO of Vecbox Hackerspace, with a dual role as a User Experience Designer, I steered the organization towards delivering strategic solutions, projects, and products for a diverse client base, including numerous NGOs and corporate entities. My leadership involved the direct application of an extensive skill set encompassing Python, Java, CSS, HTML, Fusion 360, and Scrum methodologies. This multidisciplinary approach resulted in the successful completion of over 50 projects, significantly enhancing client operations and user experiences. These efforts not only solidified Vecbox Hackerspace's reputation as a hub of innovation but also demonstrated tangible improvements in client satisfaction and operational efficiency, evidencing the value of combining technical prowess with user-centered design.

Ramallah, West Bank

I spearheaded a dynamic team in the creation of an innovative projection-mapped interactive game, orchestrating the collaboration between three designers and two developers. My role encompassed both leading the user experience design and crafting the game's interactive elements. This collaborative effort resulted in a highly engaging and immersive gaming experience that significantly exceeded initial engagement targets. Our work not only showcased our ability to blend creative design with technical development seamlessly but also led to a substantial increase in user interaction and satisfaction, demonstrating the effectiveness of our user-centric approach and interdisciplinary teamwork.

Master Of Science - Ms, Human Computer Interaction

•Research-based studies on user experience •Developing solutions for enhancing the user experience on multiple platforms: 1.Social.

Fellowship Program, Transdisciplinary Innovation Program

•Selected between 400 applicants to follow the international program •Studies in Cybersecurity, Computer Vision, Bioengineering.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, New Media

Activities and Societies: •New media studies to express art through technology •Building Smart and interactive installations by merging.

Bachelor'S Degree, Management Information Systems, General

High School, Computer Maintenance