Jordan Gerard

Senior Product Designer

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About

Highly accomplished Senior Product Designer with 10 years of experience leading comprehensive UX/UI initiatives and driving impactful digital transformations. Specializing in user research, design systems, and branding, I excel at translating complex requirements into intuitive, engaging, and data-driven product experiences. Passionate about collaborating with innovative teams to solve complex challenges and elevate digital product offerings.

Work Experience

Freelance Product Designer

Freelance Product Designer

Jan 2014 - May 2024

Provided comprehensive product design services, specializing in UX, UI, and branding, for diverse clients across various industries.

  • Leveraged over 10 years of expertise to deliver end-to-end product design solutions, encompassing user experience, user interface, and branding development.
  • Led comprehensive UX design initiatives, including user research, strategic workshops, user testing, and data analysis, to inform design decisions and enhance user satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented scalable UI design systems, leading to efficient mockup creation and consistent visual design across various digital products.
  • Executed end-to-end branding development, encompassing logotype design, brand definition, brand book creation, and competitive analysis, to establish strong brand identities.
  • Championed a holistic design approach, consistently elevating digital experiences and achieving client objectives.

Lead Product Designer

Webedia

Jan 2021 - Dec 2023

Led the UX/UI team for a portfolio of major mobile applications, driving design strategy and execution to enhance user engagement and product performance.

  • Successfully led the UX/UI team for 6 major mobile applications (Allociné, JV, Purepeople, 750g, PureBreak, PureMédias), significantly enhancing user engagement and product performance.
  • Spearheaded strategic UX workshops that led to measurable improvements in customer experiences across the application portfolio.
  • Conducted comprehensive user research, including focus groups and user testing, to gather critical insights and validate design solutions.
  • Facilitated internal design thinking workshops, fostering innovation and a user-centered approach within product development teams.
  • Leveraged data analysis to inform and optimize design decisions, resulting in improved user flows and feature adoption.
  • Designed, implemented, and maintained scalable design systems across multiple mobile applications, ensuring consistency and accelerating development cycles.
  • Streamlined UI processes, leading to significant improvements in design efficiency and delivery timelines.
  • Cultivated enhanced collaboration between design and mobile development teams, resulting in smoother project execution and higher quality product releases.

UI/UX Designer

Orange

Jan 2018 - Dec 2021

Contributed to the redesign of Orange's BtoB website, focusing on improving user experience and streamlining design processes.

  • Led the transformative redesign of Orange's BtoB website, enhancing usability, functionality, and overall business performance.
  • Directed and collaborated with a dedicated team of 10 designers, ensuring cohesive design execution and adherence to project goals.
  • Elevated customer experiences across the entire purchasing journey through strategic UI/UX interventions and iterative design improvements.
  • Conducted extensive workshops and user tests to gain deep insights into customer sentiments, purchasing behaviors, and brand perceptions, informing design strategy.
  • Developed and implemented a robust design system based on atomic design principles, improving design consistency and accelerating development.
  • Streamlined screen creation and development processes, significantly improving efficiency and reducing time-to-market.
  • Ensured a cohesive and efficient end-to-end design process, from initial concept to final implementation.

UX/UI Designer

CMA CGM

Jan 2017 - Dec 2018

Played a key role in the design and development of a new e-commerce platform, contributing to branding and user interface creation.

  • Played a pivotal role in the design and successful launch of a new e-commerce platform.
  • Collaborated effectively with an external communication agency to establish a fresh and cohesive branding identity for the platform.
  • Conceived and designed the responsive e-commerce website, ensuring optimal user experience across all devices and platforms.
  • Established seamless cross-functional processes between design, functional, business, and development teams, enhancing collaboration and project delivery.
  • Contributed actively to the creation of compelling visual designs and engaging animations, enhancing user interaction and aesthetic appeal.
  • Developed comprehensive branding identities and designed effective advertising campaigns for social media platforms, increasing brand visibility.

UI/UX Designer

Ignilife

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

Spearheaded the UI/UX design for a groundbreaking health care/gamification application, managing design from concept to communication.

  • Spearheaded the UI/UX design of a groundbreaking health care and gamification application in close collaboration with the Creative Director.
  • Initiated the project by meticulously delineating business and medical requirements, laying a robust foundation for development.
  • Pioneered a unique UX gamification process in collaboration with the functional team, introducing an innovative approach to health-related applications that significantly enhanced user engagement.
  • Translated complex concepts into tangible, high-fidelity designs and final mockups, ensuring clarity and precision.
  • Collaborated closely with developers to ensure seamless implementation and a polished, high-quality end product.
  • Managed all company communication projects, including designing advertising campaigns, developing print materials, and overseeing digital media presence across various platforms.

Education

IT

EXIA.CESI

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017

Courses

  • Programming
  • Web Development
  • Project Management

Youth Leadership

UFCV

Jan 2010 - Dec 2012

Courses

  • Youth Leadership
  • Team Management
  • Child Supervision

Skills

Design Tools

  • Figma
  • Figjam
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator

AI Tools

  • ChatGPT
  • Gemini

UX Design

  • User Research
  • User Testing
  • Workshops
  • Data Analysis
  • Gamification
  • Design Thinking

UI Design

  • Mockup Creation
  • Visual Design
  • Design Systems
  • Atomic Design

Branding & Communication

  • Logotype Design
  • Brand Definition
  • Brand Book Creation
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Advertising Campaigns
  • Digital Media Management

Project Management

  • Process Improvement
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Requirements Delineation