about me

I'm a Product Designer based in Belgrade with over a decade of experience. I combine research, strategy, and visual best practices to create unique and impactful digital experiences. I specialize in guiding products from concept to launch and am eager to bring my skills and expertise to your projects.

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you'd like to collaborate.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

PRODUCT DESIGN
UX DESIGN
UI DESIGN
DESIGN STRATEGY
BRAND IDENTITY
DESIGN SYSTEMS
PROBLEM-SOLVING
PROTOTYPING
APP DESIGN
DESIGN LEADERSHIP
WEBFLOW DEVELOPMENT
MENTORING
WIREFRAMING
COLLABORATION
EMPATHY

EXPERIENCE

DESIGN DIRECTOR @YEMORA
Aug 2024 - Present  | Hybrid  |  Full-Time
  • Strong focus on problem-solving, design leadership, and creative strategy. Collaborating with a diverse range of international clients, from major corporations to startups.
  • Proven ability to lead teams and deliver strategic, user-centered solutions that align with business objectives and elevate brand experiences.
  • I'm developing and implementing design systems that drive consistency and innovation across projects.
Senior UI/UX Designer @Danubio IT Services
Jan 2024 - Aug 2024  | Remote |  Full-Time
  • I lead the UI/UX design process, including research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design, ensuring high-quality deliverables that meet user needs and business objectives.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions, iterating based on feedback and data-driven insights.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements, goals, and success metrics.
Senior Web Designer @Qode interactive
Sep 2014 - Jan 2024  | Hybrid |  Full-Time
  • I lead the design strategy for a diverse range of Premium WordPress themes, delivering visually stunning and user-centric solutions.
  • Collaborated closely with development teams, providing detailed design specifications and ensuring the seamless implementation of design elements into the WordPress themes.
  • Conducted regular design critiques and implemented iterative improvements to existing themes, driving continuous enhancement of the user experience.
Web & Graphic Designer @ITAF ICT SERVICES
Oct 2012 - Sep 2014  | On-Site |  Full-Time
  • With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and a keen understanding of client needs, I have successfully led design initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality, visually appealing, and functionally robust websites.
  • Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, project managers, and marketing specialists, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of design with project timelines and objectives.
Graphic Designer @NEW MOMENT NEW IDEAS COMPANY
Aug 2009 - Jan 2012  | On-Site |  Contract
  • My role involved translating marketing objectives into visually compelling designs that resonated with target audiences, effectively communicating brand messages and driving engagement.
  • I led brainstorming sessions to generate creative concepts and ideas that effectively conveyed clients' messaging and objectives. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and maintaining a high standard of quality and creativity.
  • Presented design concepts and solutions to clients, incorporating feedback and revisions to ensure the final deliverables exceeded client expectations. (Clients: American Embassy; Bitef; Erste Bank; Electrolux; Frikom; Pampers; Libresse; Teekanne; Triglav Invest; etc...)
Web & Graphic Designer
2004 - Present  | Remote |  Freelance
Worked closely with clients to understand their design preferences, goals, and target demographics, fostering effective communication and building lasting client relationships. Managed the entire project lifecycle independently, from initial concept and design to final delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budget constraints. (Clients: DANUBIO ; BABY RECORDS ; SPREZZATURA; TOOLLANG ; PINATABLE ; TROUVAILLE; TRON BREWERY ; NYFTA ; INTEREST PIGGY ; CAFE NOIR ; CRTA ; EUROGEL ; NBG TEAM ; ORTOPRO DESIGN ; ZEMLJA CUDA ; ETC...)

Education

COLLEGE OF FINE AND APPLIED ARTS, DEPARTMENT OF GRAPHIC DESIGN
Bachelor, Graphic Design (2006 - 2009)
SCHOOL OF DESIGN
High School Diploma, Packaging Design (2002 - 2006)

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

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Complete Webflow Bootcamp: From Figma Design to Development to Freelancing
SkillShare, Completed Nov 2023
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UX STRATEGY FUNDAMENTALS
Udemy, Completed Dec 2022
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ULTIMATE FIGMA MASTERCLASS COURSE
Designership, Completed Dec 2022
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BUILD WIREFRAMES AND LOW-FIDELITY PROTOTYPES
Google, Completed Oct 2021
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START THE UX DESIGN PROCESS: EMPATHIZE, DEFINE, AND IDEATE
Google, Completed Jun 2021
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FOUNDATIONS OF USER EXPERIENCE (UX) DESIGN
Google, Completed May 2021

Tools

FIGMA
WEBFLOW
ADOBE XD
SKETCH
ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR
FLOWMAPP
MIRO
ACTIVE COLLAB
NOTION
GOOGLE ANALYTICS
MICROSOFT CLARITY

LANGUAGES

Serbian
Native
English
Fluent
Spanish
Conversational
Photo of myself

MARINA SIMEUNOVIĆ

  • Born on September 18.1987
  • Lives in Belgrade, Serbia
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