I'm Ale and I design experiences that resonate and connect.

Designer and strategist with a passion for crafting intuitive digital experiences. With years of experience across UX/UI design, web development, and marketing, I’ve helped businesses elevate their brands and streamline workflows. My focus is always on creating value through thoughtful design.

Education

  • B.A. in Marketing, Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila, 2014-2019

  • Design and Innovation, MIT Professional Education, 2024

  • Relevant Coursework: Google Analytics, User Experience Principles, Webflow 101.

Experience

Independent Designer, October 2021 — Present

  • Delivered responsive website designs, mobile interfaces, and high-conversion landing pages using tools like Figma, Framer and Webflow.

  • Created brand identities, including logos, color schemes, and visual elements, to support clients’ brand strategy and messaging.

  • Ongoing design consultation and feedback for product improvements and updates, ensuring consistency in user experience and brand alignment.

  • Delivered marketing assets, such as social media content and email templates, to support the overall digital marketing strategy of clients.

UX/UI Design Lead, Geekbears, San Francisco, US, March 2022 — July 2024

  • Led and managed a team of designers, fostering collaboration and innovation across multiple projects.

  • Directed UX/UI design initiatives, ensuring alignment with company goals and client needs.

  • Worked closely with clients to understand their business objectives and user needs through discovery projects.

  • Developed wireframes, interactive prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups for web and mobile applications.

Product Designer, Adext AI, Mexico City, MX, August 2021 — December 2021

  • Conducted data analysis and user research to inform product design and feature prioritization.

  • Collaborated with stakeholders to define and prioritize product features and capabilities based on user needs and business objectives.

  • Designed wireframes, high-fidelity mockups and prototypes, ensuring a seamless user experience.

  • Led A/B testing initiatives to optimize product features and user interactions.

Product Designer, Introid Inc, Saltillo, MX, July 2018 — July 2021

  • Engaged closely with developers and the engineering team to design systems that integrate complex AI technologies with user-friendly interfaces.

  • Conducted in-depth user research, usability testing, and feedback analysis to drive design decisions and improve product usability.

  • Led the full design cycle, from concept to final implementation, for web applications with a focus on complex data and AI-driven solutions.

  • Created wireframes, interaction models, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.

Skills

  • UX/UI Design & Prototyping

  • Wireframing & Interaction Design

  • Branding & Visual Identity

  • User Research & Usability Testing

  • Cross-functional Collaboration & Leadership

  • Product Strategy

  • Data-Driven Design & A/B Testing

  • Webflow, Framer & Adobe Creative Suite

  • Client Collaboration & Project Management

  • Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.

  • Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.

  • Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Personal qualities

  • Creative Problem Solver

  • Detail-Oriented

  • Empathetic Listener

  • Adaptable

  • Self-Motivated

  • Collaborative

  • Organized

Interests

  • Passionate about exploring immersive worlds and innovative game design

  • Enjoy experimenting with new recipes and creating unique dishes in the kitchen

  • Love spending time outdoors with my dog and staying active

  • Avid fan of indie films and lesser-known cinematic gems

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Interested in connecting?

Let’s talk projects, collaborations, or anything design!

Copyright 2024 by Alejandra Mendez

Copyright 2024 by Alejandra Mendez

Copyright 2024 by Alejandra Mendez