Gabriel Roque

Experience

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  TIM

  Jun 2008 - Dec 2008

  Sales

  Customer service and mobile phone sales.

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  Mundo Da Impressao

  Apr 2009 - Sept 2009

  Graphic Designer

  Graphic design for printing, collage, cutting, assembly and finishing of printed matter in general, such as: Folders, business cards, badges, magazines, books, banners and catalogues.

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  Nucleo Design

  Sept 2009 - Feb 2011

  Graphic Designer

  Projects involving the creation of designs for websites, magazines, social media graphics, signage design, visual materials for events, print design, and advertisements for various media. Additionally, played a pivotal role in advanced Photoshop art creation, Keynote presentations, editorial design, and advanced visual effects.

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  Federação Espírita Brasileira

  Feb 2011 - Jun 2012

  Senior Graphic Designer

  Worked on a range of projects including the creation of TV show bumpers, magazine layouts, social media artwork, DVD covers, movie posters, and general print designs. Additionally, played a pivotal role in advanced Photoshop art creation, Keynote presentations, editorial design, and advanced visual effects.

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  Hibrit Inteligência Digital

  Jun 2012 - Feb 2013

  Product Designer I

  In charge of visual creation projects for websites, which includes information architecture, requirements analysis, and marketing planning. Also played a key role in conducting UX research, including surveys and interviews, creating mind maps, user flows, wireframes, and layouts. Additionally, managed usability testing, developed UI kits, built prototypes, and facilitated seamless handoffs for development.

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  Santafé

  Feb 2013 - Nov 2015

  Product Designer II

  Responsible for visual communication, UX design, and digital media for major companies in Brazil, such as NTU, EBC, INFRAERO, and UNICEF. Also played a key role in conducting UX research, including surveys and interviews, creating mind maps, user flows, wireframes, and layouts. Additionally, managed usability testing, developed UI kits, built prototypes, and facilitated seamless handoffs for development.

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  Valloo

  Mar 2016 - Aug 2016

  Product Designer II

  Responsible for developing digital communication assets, designing websites, and crafting digital marketing strategies for the Valloo loyalty program. Played a key role in conducting UX research, including surveys and interviews, creating mind maps, user flows, wireframes, and layouts. Additionally, managed usability testing, developed UI kits, built prototypes, and facilitated seamless handoffs for development.

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  Ília

  Aug 2016 - now

  Product Design Leader for innovation projects at BMW, Santander and JPMorganChase. I've led over 30 projects across the USA and Europe, collaborating with teams from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. As the lead for design management and DesignOps, I focus on building a technically strong team to ensure high-quality project deliverables. Additionally, I oversee data and metrics for the design team, design programs for adopting new processes and tools, and promote collaboration and communication. I also facilitate team training and mentorship when needed. A key part of my role is driving operational strategy to enhance team efficiency and contribute to business growth. Show less

  • Head of UX | DesignOps

    Mar 2021 - now

  • UX Lead

    Mar 2018 - Mar 2021

  • Product Designer III

    Aug 2016 - Mar 2018
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  UXDX

  Oct 2023 - now

  UXDX Ambassador

  As the Ambassador for UXDX in Madrid, I contribute to the growth of a vibrant, cross-functional community by organising events that bring people together for networking, sharing insights, and fostering collaboration and best practices in product development. My partnership with UXDX reflects our shared vision of building amazing products through continuous improvement and customer-centric solutions.