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Work experience

Web-дизайнер

from 12.2023 to now (2 years 3 months)
OneAccord, Дистанційно (IT)

Built the brand from scratch, including visual identity, logo, color system, and design guidelines.

Designed and developed the company website and web application, covering both UI/UX and front-end implementation.

Owned the entire product experience, from concept and design decisions to front-end architecture and delivery.

Implemented new features and continuously improved existing functionality based on product needs.

Led all creative directions, including marketing visuals, social media content, and YouTube graphics.

Collaborated closely with stakeholders to align design and development with business goals.

Front-end програміст

from 03.2022 to now (4 years)
Flirtu, Дистанційно (IT)

Responsibilities & Achievements:

Developed and maintained landing pages and applications for dating products.

Implemented frontend features, conducted testing, and ensured high performance.

Optimized websites and apps for SEO, improving search visibility and traffic.

Analyzed user behavior and product analytics to guide feature improvements.

Designed and optimized UX-driven interfaces to enhance user engagement and satisfaction.

Collaborated closely with designers and backend developers to deliver seamless products.

Full stack програміст

from 03.2019 to now (7 years)
Upwork, Дистанційно (IT)

Developed responsive, high-performance websites and web applications using Next.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks.

Translated Figma designs into clean, scalable, and maintainable code, ensuring pixel-perfect implementation.

Improved website performance, SEO, and accessibility for existing client projects through front-end optimization and refactoring.

Built reusable UI components and structured front-end architecture for long-term scalability.

Integrated front-end solutions with WordPress, including custom theme development without page builders.

Collaborated directly with international clients from the USA and Europe, clarifying requirements, providing technical guidance, and delivering solutions aligned with business goals.

Managed multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high quality standards.

Key Achievements:

Successfully completed projects for international clients on Upwork, receiving positive feedback and repeat contracts.

Delivered both short-term tasks and long-term collaborations, including ongoing front-end maintenance and feature development.

Helped clients improve user experience and website performance, resulting in better usability and engagement.

Front-end програміст

from 09.2018 to 02.2019 (6 months)
Unit Space, Харків (IT)

Developed websites from design to fully functional code, ensuring responsive and cross-browser compatibility.

Created custom WordPress themes tailored to client needs.

Developed WordPress themes.

Identified and fixed bugs, improving website stability and performance.

Expanded existing projects with new features and functionality.

Implemented animations and polished frontend elements to enhance user experience.

Fullstack-розробник

from 01.2018 to 02.2021 (3 years 2 months)
BionicaLTD, Харків (IT)

Co-founder | Full-stack Developer | UI/UX Designer

January 2018 – February 2022

Co-founded and scaled an IT service company, combining business development, design, and development responsibilities.

Managed client communication and acquisition, from initial contact to long-term cooperation.

Led advertising and promotion activities, contributing to steady client growth.

Delivered full-cycle website development, from UI/UX design to front-end and back-end implementation and launch.

Built “turnkey” websites and provided ongoing support and maintenance after release.

Oversaw project planning, timelines, and quality control to ensure successful delivery.

Грунтознавець

from 11.2011 to 02.2018 (6 years 4 months)
ISSAR, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Харків (Сільське господарство, агробізнес)

Research & analysis
Data visualization
Design for science
Reports & presentations

Education

НАЦІОНАЛЬНИЙ НАУКОВИЙ ЦЕНТР “ІНСТИТУТ ҐРУНТОЗНАВСТВА ТА АГРОХІМІЇ ІМЕНІ О. Н. СОКОЛОВСЬКОГО”

Грунтознавство, Харків
Higher, from 2011 to 2015 (4 years)

Харківський національний університет імені В. Н. Каразіна

Екологічний, Харків
Higher, from 2008 to 2011 (3 years)

Additional education and certificates

IT школа Easy Code

2017 (2 роки)

Knowledge and skills

• Figma
• CSS
• JavaScript
• UX-дизайн
• UI-дизайн
• Здатність до навчання
• Adobe Photoshop
• Створення прототипів
• Креативність
• Git
• Розробка лендингів
• React
• GitHub
• WordPress
• SASS
• Розробка фірмового стилю
• Next.js
• Adobe XD
• Adobe Illustrator
• JQuery
• JQuery UI
• Bootstrap
• TailwindCSS
• Tailwind CSS
• SEO
• ACF
• WooCommerce
• CSS Modules
• HTML
• Semantic HTML
• Вор
• Неконфліктність
• Уважність

Language proficiencies

• Ukrainian — fluent
• English — above average

Additional information

Hello! My name is Karina. I am a Front-end Developer and UI/UX Designer with solid commercial experience working with international clients, including long-term and short-term projects on Upwork.

My main focus is front-end development, building fast, responsive, and SEO-friendly interfaces using Next.js and modern JavaScript technologies. I confidently translate designs from Figma into clean, scalable, and maintainable code, paying close attention to performance and usability.

On Upwork, I have worked with clients from the USA and Europe on projects of various complexity — from landing pages and corporate websites to long-term collaborations involving front-end improvements, refactoring existing codebases, and enhancing website performance and UI.

I also provide full-cycle website development: from UI/UX design and logo creation to front-end implementation and integration into WordPress. I specialize in custom WordPress theme development, delivering flexible and unique solutions without page builders.

In addition to development, I create visual content for social media, including post graphics, banners, and YouTube thumbnails.

Key Skills

Front-end Development (primary focus):
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, SASS/SCSS, Next.js, Bootstrap, TailwindCSS, AlpineJS, jQuery

UI/UX & Design:
Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe XD, logo design, social media graphics, video covers

WordPress:
Custom theme development, front-end integration, plugin setup

Tools & Workflow:
Git, Gulp, SEO optimization, performance-focused development

I am detail-oriented, reliable with deadlines, and able to quickly adapt to existing projects. Open to remote work, freelance projects, or long-term collaboration.

🔗 Portfolio:
https://akhundova-karina-portfolio.vercel.app/

🔗 Upwork profile (international freelance experience):
https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01c870512070d6c589