Karel Balej

Experience

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  Na volné noze

  May 2014 - Jan 2021

  Delivered comprehensive digital design solutions for 50+ clients ranging from local SMBs to international startups across technology, finance, and e-commerce sectors. Specialized in web design, corporate identity, and early-stage product development.- Designed and launched 30+ responsive websites and web applications, resulting in average 40% improvement in client conversion rates- Created complete brand identity systems including logos, style guides, and marketing materials for 20+ startups- Collaborated with development teams to ensure seamless design-to-code implementation across diverse technology stacks Show less

  • Product Designer

    Mar 2016 - Jan 2021

  • Graphic Designer

    May 2014 - Mar 2016
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  Unicorn

  Jan 2021 - Feb 2024

  Designed user interfaces and experiences across fintech, e-commerce, and SaaS products for both B2B and B2C markets. Led design conceptualization and cross-functional collaboration for multiple product launches.- Led end-to-end design process for 20+ digital products across industries including fintech, healthcare, and e-commerce- Managed design projects from concept to launch, coordinating with development teams to ensure pixel-perfect implementation - Mentored junior designers and established design process standards that improved project delivery efficiency- Conducted user research and usability testing, translating insights into design improvements that increased user engagement- Created responsive designs for web and mobile platforms, ensuring consistent experience across all devices Show less

  • Design System Manager

    Jan 2023 - Feb 2024

  • UI/UX Designer

    Jan 2021 - Feb 2024
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  A11.studio

  Feb 2024 - now

  Product Designer

  Specializing in Web3 and cryptocurrency user experience design for diverse international clients. Approaching end-to-end design process from user research to implementation for blockchain-based applications.- Design complex Web3 interfaces for cryptocurrency exchanges, DeFi platforms, and blockchain identity systems- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across 3+ time zones to deliver user-centered solutions for emerging technologies

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  Tools for Humanity

  Feb 2024 - now

  Senior Product Designer

  I rebuilt the experience that proves you’re a real human in World App: our self-serve Orb verification flow. By removing dead-ends, adding real-time device guidance, and clarifying privacy copy, we drove a double-digit jump in successful verifications. Drove design of partnership integrations—Razer ID, Tinder and many more.