Микита

Nikita Kozlov
Product UX/UI Designer Kyiv, Ukraine
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Product Designer with 6+ years of experience in building scalable digital products across AI, Web3, and SaaS. Expert in bridging the
gap between complex business logic and intuitive user experiences. Focused on client collaboration, team mentorship, optimizing
design-to-development workflows and leading design systems that drive product consistency and team efficiency.

Core Competencies
Design Communication & Stakeholder Management
Expertise in presenting design rationale and translating client needs into visual narratives. I focus on managing expectations and
clarifying requirements early, which significantly reduces revision rounds and accelerates project approval.
End-to-End Design Process
Hands-on execution from UX research and wireframing to high-fidelity UI and interaction design. Skilled in building scalable Design
Systems that maintain visual consistency while allowing for creative flexibility across web and mobile products.
Technical Fluency (Design-to-Dev Bridge)
Proficiency in Webflow, HTML/CSS, and React concepts allows me to design with feasibility in mind. I speak the developers'
language, ensuring smooth handoffs and realistic prototyping (including GSAP motion) without compromising the creative vision.
Autonomy & Mentorship

A proactive problem-solver capable of leading projects independently. I enjoy sharing knowledge and mentoring team members to
elevate overall design quality, fostering a collaborative environment focused on measurable impact.

Experience
UX/UI Designer Sigma Software Design

Nov 2024 - Present Full time

Led design for high-traffic Web3, AI, and ed-tech projects (Vision Makers, ChainGPT, Solidus AI Tech, DePined, Sigma University).
Acted as both hands-on designer and mentor, focusing on scalable design systems, complex data visualization, user retention and
team development.
Achievements:

M entored junior designers, establishing a professional development path that led to a mid-level promotion within 6 months.

O ptimized design operations, reducing revision cycles by 40% through a new stakeholder management framework.

Strengthened client relationships, resulting in increased project flow and repeat contracts for the team ;
Directed case studies for Behance and Dribbble, raising the studio’s visibility and design reputation;
Collaborated with cross-functional teams (PMs, Engineers) to align product features with long-term business KPIs.
Core Focus:
Design Systems · Web3 & AI interfaces · Interactive Storytelling · Product Metrics · Mentorship · Client strategy
UX/UI Designer Totonis Agency

Jul 2019 - SEP 2024 Full Time

Achievements:

Led the design process from client briefing to full design mockups ;
Conducted extensive secondary research to inform design decisions ;
Introduced personalized design protection, reducing client edits by 80%;
Pioneered remote work (before it went mainstream);
Assisted colleagues during the pandemic in adapting to new working conditions.

Tools
Design: Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects.

AI: LLMs (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, DeepSeek, Claude), MidJourney, Krea, Runway, Google Veo, V0.
Development: HTML, CSS, GSAP, Webflow, Next.JS, React.

Languages
English: C1 Ukrainian: N ative