Experience

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  Threepod

  Oct 2008 - Jan 2009

  Graphic designer and illustrator freelance

  Aid in the development of graphic elements and layouts of websites. Creating illustrations and 2D animations for Flash games.

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  Travelexplorer

  Jan 2009 - Jul 2009

  Graphic designer

  Development of graphic material of internal and external communication, creating website headers and animated banners for websites.

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  Procergs

  Oct 2009 - Aug 2010

  Graphic design and information architect trainee

  PROCERGS (Company of Rio Grande do Sul State Data Processing) is an executing agency of the information policy of the Rio Grande do Sul state Renders daily millions of vital transactions to the proper functioning of the public service and service to the community .Aware of his responsibility, commitment PROCERGS is with state government agencies, citizens and businesses using their products and services on a day-to-day, generating solutions that contribute to support the action of the government, modernize public administration, improve services provided to citizens and democratize access to information.At PROCERGS I worked in SEG (Electronic Government Sector) producing printing and digital media materials, like folders, presentation templates, icons, graphics, banners, site layouts and desktop applications, as well as in visual identities and it's graphic guidelines for governamental products and services. Show less

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  Aquiris game studio

  Aug 2010 - Jun 2011

  Interaction design assistant

  I designed interfaces and visual assets for games. I worked in the designing of navigation prototypes, wireframes and layouts for game menus and HUDs, as well as in 2D art for characters, items and scene elements. I worked in collaboration with game designers and developers, under the supervision of excellent designers and artists that are professional references in the area.

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  Red

  Jun 2011 - Mar 2013

  Information architect

  I worked in the design of digital solutions and systems, designing wireframes, screen flows, sitemaps, content inventories, personas and benchmarks, as well as in the preparation, mediation and execution of various UX research techniques as heuristic analysis, focus groups, ethnographic observations, user interviews and other quantitative and qualitative researches.

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  Indt

  Aug 2013 - Apr 2016

  Ux/ui & game designer

  The INDT is an independent R&D organization, founded by Nokia and partner of Microsoft and other big companies. We develop cutting edge technologic B2B and B2C solutions for a variety of problems and challenges, mostly for industries and manufacturing environments.I worked in the areas of interaction design and UX research for the production of services, digital products and concepts, using emerging technologies focused on mobile (iOS, Android and Windows Phone), through Agile processes.I worked in the development of various project documentation as screenflows, wireframes, game design documents, layout, visual specs and UX research planning and reports. I coached design area trainees and new team members. I have participated in project planning discussions and concept creation, providing support in the exploration, ideation and production phases, in direct contact with project managers and focus area heads, as well as INDT's directors and clients representatives.I was the game designer of the Woody Infinity mobile game. I worked in the definition of rules, mechanical, monetization system, evolution curve and player engagement systems.I had the opportunity to act as design area manager together with other colleagues, exerting activities such as project planning, people management and strategic representation of the area in the company. I was chairman of the Product Owners community, encouraging the integration of this role in the projects, as well as establishing a community for continuous and collaborative learning. I'm also design consultant for innovation, providing support to various strategic activities of the company. Show less

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  Fucapi

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2014

  Visiting professor in ux design and prototyping for mobile user interface class

  I taught the Interaction Design and Prototyping for Mobile User Interface module on FUCAPI's graduation program in Interaction Design, a 32 hours class, from Nov. 7th to Nov. 29th.As the class planning:Scope and presentation of projectsPitch: what, why, who and how (projects as business)Interaction design for mobile devices- The user in the mobile context- User profiles and personas- Apps: products or services- Apps as part of a system- Devices: types, sensors, possibilities- Internet of things and connected systems- Possibilities- Good practice and Clark's lawMobile interaction design projects: understanding the problem- The importance of the project's informational basis- Information, creativity and innovation: a path- Techniques for foundation: CSD matrix, surveys, focus groups, ethnography, personasProject's documentation- Why and for whom document- Versioning and history- File organization: personal and team usageAnalysis and documentation of production- Comparative of functions (benchmark)- Task flow analysis- Functional Description and prioritization features- Use cases- Flowchart- Sketcheframes and sketchflows- Wireframes- ScreenflowsDesigning applications for Windows Phone- Basics- Structure of the components and input methods- Good practices- Resources, references and toolsPrototyping and testing- Prototyping paper: why, roles and how to make- Digital Prototyping: why, how and tools- Test prototypes: implementation, evaluation and improvement- Prioritization of improvements: features and assertivenessPost-release: there is always room for improvement- AB Test- User Analytics- Online Community Management and Customer Relationship Management as UXTools: the social buzz the improvement of the product, service and business Show less

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  Toptal

  Apr 2016 - now

  As the Enterprise Director of Design at Toptal LLC, one of the leading companies in remote digital talent, I play a pivotal role in serving high-level corporate clients, including companies listed among the top 500 in the world, such as Colgate Palmolive, Gartner, Deckers, Yahoo, PepsiCo, MIT, 7-11, Caterpillar, Koch Industries, Nestlé and others. I am responsible for establishing strategic relationships with stakeholders and C-level executives of these companies, understanding their digital design needs and challenges, and proposing customized solutions through the composition of highly skilled design teams. Additionally, I coordinate the recruitment and selection process of designers, ensuring the success of projects from the initial phase to monitoring client engagement and the performance of selected talents. With over 15 years of experience in the field of digital design, I am passionate about driving innovation and excellence in design for globally renowned companies. If you are looking for exceptional design professionals to elevate your projects, feel free to contact me through Toptal: https://www.toptal.com/qZ5A3o/worlds-top-talent Show less Freelance designer at Toptal, a professional network in which only 3% of the thousands monthly applications are accepted.Working with various projects and clients, in the following areas: UI/interface design, interaction/UX design, illustration, visual design, UX research and product development. From ideation and concept creation of products and services, through low and high fidelity prototypes, to the final layout of the solution.Hire me through Toptal: https://www.toptal.com/designers/resume/felipe-padilha-barcellos#book-just-quick-programmers-now Show less

  • Enterprise Director of Design (Design Manager/Matcher)

    Jan 2017 - now

  • Designer Screener

    Jan 2017 - Jan 2020

  • Design Mentor

    May 2017 - May 2019

  • Senior Product & UX Designer

    Apr 2016 - Jan 2017