Hi! I’m Domenic and I’m a

UX/UI Designer

I call the city of Tampa, FL home and live with my best friend EmmyGirl. I am currently working as a Senior UX/UI Designer at SMArtX.

To view UI Design work, please visit Dribbble. For UX Projects, please visit UX Projects. My homemade creative products can be purchased at Creative Market or Adobe Stock.

Hard Skills

User Experience & User Interface Designer

My approach to UX Design encompasses both the company's objectives and the users' needs. It is essential to have a clear understanding of the company's goals for each project, as well as identifying the target users and their goals to achieve their desired outcomes.

As a UI Designer, my role is to bring the UX vision to life. This requires me to translate high-level requirements into intuitive interaction flows, design artifacts, and create visually appealing, functional user interfaces.

Programming is not only a skill set but also a passion of mine. Over the past few years, I have diligently honed my skills, leveraging educational websites like TreeHouse and Lynda to master the fundamentals of HTML/CSS and Vanilla Javascript. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at FIU to expand my knowledge further.

Awards

Model Comparison Tool

I had the privilege of leading the UX/UI design efforts for a groundbreaking project at SmartX. Our team recently launched the Model Comparison Tool, a feature designed to empower financial advisors by enabling them to identify and seamlessly transition their clients into comparable investment models. This initiative aimed to streamline the onboarding experience for new advisors on our platform and facilitate the adoption of these models. I'm proud to share that our dedication and innovation were recognized with an esteemed award from WealthManagement.com in the TAMPs - Model Marketplace category, highlighting the impact of our Model Comparison Tool. Stay tuned for an in-depth case study detailing our approach and the remarkable outcomes achieved.

Announcement on Twitter

Model Comparison Tool

Solvably

I served as Lead UX/UI Designer the educational application, Solvably. Solvably earned industry recognition in 2020, with the prestigious EdTech Breakthrough Award. Solvably is a cutting-edge EdTech platform designed to equip learners with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills required in today's workforce. My role focused on creating an intuitive user interface that seamlessly integrates with Solvably's academically robust learning framework, combining problem-based learning, design thinking, gamification, and inquiry-based learning. The platform offers over 450 thoughtfully curated learning challenges and user-friendly authoring tools, empowering educators and employers to enrich the learning experience. Our team's dedication to innovation is showcased through Solvably's impact on modern education and workforce development.

Announcement on EdTech

Solvably

Products

Vector Animals

Vector Animals is a collection of bespoke illustrations I meticulously crafted for online retail purposes. Starting with analog methods and later transitioning to digital, these charming graphics are versatile and can be utilized in various mediums such as scrapbooking, sticker printing, invitations, blog and web design, bibs, onesies, business cards, t-shirt design, mugs, CD covers, flyers, marketing materials, promotional banners, and logos. Each vector animal is individually handcrafted, ensuring that they are unique and fully customizable to suit specific design requirements.

Boutique Guitar Amps

Boutique Guitar Amps, which I have "mouse" crafted as vector illustrations, are versatile digital assets suitable for a wide range of applications. They are well-suited for use in creative projects, including but not limited to scrapbooking, sticker printing, invitations, blog and web design, business cards, t-shirt design, mugs, CD covers, flyers, marketing materials, promotional banners, and any other usage you desire. Each Boutique Guitar Amp vector is meticulously created with attention to detail and can be easily customized to meet your specific design needs.

Giving Back

Philanthropy is an essential aspect of my personal ethos, and I regard it as a crucial obligation as a member of society. I take great pleasure in volunteering my services pro bono or making donations to charitable causes that resonate with me, though I recognize that my contribution pales in comparison to those who dedicate their lives to these noble pursuits.

One organization I that I have collaborated with extensively is BARC. BARC a nonprofit that rescues Boxer Dogs. I was privileged to adopt my beloved pet Emmy from this wonderful organization. Some years ago, I spearheaded a charitable fundraiser that generated more than six thousand dollars for BARC. I am humbled and gratified to be a part of such a worthwhile enterprise.

Flyer created for BARC event

Experience

Freelance Logo

Domenic Designs

  • UX/UI Designer | Developer
  • Tampa, FL | Remote
  • 2012 - Present
NextEra Energy

NextEra Energy

  • Sr. UX/UI Designer (Freelance)
  • Tampa, FL | Remote
  • Sept 2020 - Dec 2020
MassiveU Logo

MassiveU

  • Lead UX/UI Designer
  • Naples, FL | Remote
  • 2019 - June 2020
Citybldr Logo

Citybldr

  • Lead UX/UI Designer
  • Seattle, WA | Remote
  • 2017 - June 2019