Anna A

Lead Designer

Sapphire Dao • Full-time

Jul 2024 - Jun 2026 • 1 yr 11 mos

Led web and mobile design projects from initial requirements to final delivery. Conducted client meetings, gathered requirements and translated business needs into design solutions. Managed projects throughout the full design lifecycle, coordinating tasks, deadlines and deliverables. Mentored designers and video editors through consultations, feedback and ongoing support. Participated in recruitment, interviews and onboarding of new team members. Improved internal workflows and communication between designers, video editors and management. Introduced Kanban and regular team meetings to improve task management and project visibility. Consulted company leadership on design, product development and business process optimization. Developed elements of the company’s brand identity and visual communication. Conducted target audience and competitor research to support product and design decisions. Controlled the quality and consistency of design solutions and brand standards.

Lead Designer / UX/UI Designer

Design Bridge • Full-time

Oct 2023 - Jun 2026 • 2 yrs 8 mos

Led design projects from planning and task definition to final delivery, ensuring quality, deadlines and alignment with client business goals. Curated and coordinated all studio projects throughout their full lifecycle. Managed task distribution based on designers’ expertise, workload and project requirements. Led a team of 30+ people and monitored workflows across multiple projects. Organized regular Planning, Weekly, Scrum and Retrospective meetings and introduced structured Agile practices. Managed Kanban workflows and working-time tracking for a significant part of the team. Consulted company leadership on design, project management and internal process development. Worked on projects with international designers and participated in cross-border creative collaborations. Designed websites and mobile applications for studio clients. Mentored junior designers and supported their professional development. Participated in recruitment and evaluation of new team members. Contributed to the studio’s social media presence and promotional content.

Sales Consultant & Print Designer

photo • Full-time

Apr 2021 - Apr 2026 • 5 yrs

Since 2021, I have been supporting the development of a family-owned photo studio and printing business, working primarily on weekends. Consult and serve 100+ customers per day regarding photography, printing and personalized design services. Shoot and process biometric photos for visas, passports and other official documents according to requirements of countries worldwide. Design print materials including certificates, business cards, badges, signs and branded materials. Create print-ready layouts based on technical production requirements and client needs. Perform photo editing ranging from basic correction to professional retouching, restoration and color grading. Prepare files for print and monitor the quality of final production. Manage product and consumables inventory, track sales and maintain internal records. Handle non-standard customer requests and find practical solutions under tight time constraints.