
Duygu Merve Bulut
UX/UI Designer
Salary / Daily rate
İstanbul, Türkiye
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Can come onsite
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
Result-oriented UX/UI designer with an 8-year track record in design academics and ground experience in mobile and web app design for banking and insurance. Proven ability to lead user-centered design projects from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Passionate about innovative design solutions and skilled in managing complex projects in fast-paced environments. Eager to bring valuable experience and a user-centered approach to forward-thinking organizations.
Work experience
UXUI Designer
Enqura
Feb 2024 - Present
2 years 9 months
London, UK
• Currently leading the design of a user-centric mobile and web applications for leading bank in MENA, with the goal of enhancing user satisfaction by 20% based on projected outcomes and iterative user testing. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate customer authentication solutions and digital wallet features, reducing user onboarding time by 30%. • Craft tailored product designs focused on identity, customer authentication, and digital wallet solutions, incorporating user feedback and strategic problem-solving.
Toros Üniversitesi
Oct 2016 - Mar 2024
7 years 6 months
Mersin, Akdeniz/Mersin, Türkiye
Instructor
Oct 2019 - Mar 2024
4 years 6 months
Mersin, Akdeniz/Mersin, Türkiye
• Delivered training courses to over 300 students resulting in a 95% satisfaction rating and a 25% increase in exam scores.
Research Assistant
Oct 2016 - Oct 2019
3 years 1 month
Mersin, Akdeniz/Mersin, Türkiye
• Proficient in research methodologies, demonstrated through active involvement as a research assistant and contribution to collaborative research projects resulting in published works.
UX/UI Designer
Re:Coded
Apr 2023 - Aug 2023
5 months
Remote
• Led design efforts on two international projects, from user research to prototype development, focusing on e-learning and sustainable living applications. • Integrated user feedback into design iterations, which led to a 50% reduction in user-reported issues during testing.
Web Content Writer
Freelance
Mar 2022 - Aug 2022
6 months
As a content writer for a ticket searching website, my main responsibility was to provide travelers with the information they need to make informed decisions and have a smooth and enjoyable travel experience. Some of the primary duties and responsibilities that I have effectively fulfilled with positive feedback are as follows: -Researching and creating informative content about cities, including popular tourist destinations, local culture, and events. -Crafting comprehensive guides on various modes of transportation, such as bus and flight companies, and their routes, schedules, and pricing. -Creating content that highlights transportation options between destinations, such as rental cars, trains, and public transportation.
Education
Re:Coded
Bootcamp, UX/UI Design
2023 - 2023
5 months
Completed a 4.5-month bootcamp, with 300+ hours of curriculum and project-based learning.
Cukurova University
Master's Degree, Interior Design
2016 - 2019
2 years 10 months
Graduated with Honors, GPA: 3.75/4.0
Cukurova University
Bachelor's Degree, Interior Design
2012 - 2016
3 years 10 months
Ranked 1st among 250 students, GPA: 3.57/4.0
Vilniaus Technologijų ir Dizaino Kolegija
Bachelor's Degree, Interior Design
2014 - 2015
6 months
Erasmus+ Exchange Student, GPA: 4.0/4.0