Elene Chekurishvili
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Elene Chekurishvili

UX Designer in Tbilisi, She/Her

I'm up for interesting projects!

3 months ago

UX Designer with over 5+ years of cross-industry experience (design, sales, customer experience, translation/localization services, including text editing. AE and hospitality). Skilled in design tools (Figma, Framer, Adobe Creative Suite, Notion, Miro, Maze) and testing methodologies (A/B testing, usability testing, contextual testing). Active contributor to the UX/UI community through a Medium blog with several thousand readers, sharing educational content and theoretical knowledge. Efficient in organizing and decluttering Figma files and collaboration with development teams, with a foundational understanding in HTML/CSS and Python. Dedicated to creating exceptional user experiences that align with both end-user and client visions.

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Projects

2024
SDA ID card web design at Artmedia LLC & SDA

I worked on the UX/UI for the "ID Card" project, an archive-type website that serves as a knowledge base where users can download public keys for various purposes. This project is a sister site to sda.gov.ge, and I contributed to both.

2024

App and logo design for Dictionary of foreign words in Georgian.

2024

I had the opportunity to work on the "sda.gov.ge" project for the State Services Development Agency. As a UX/UI designer, I started from the conceptual design phase, creating both hi-fi and lo-fi wireframes. I was responsible for building and expanding the design system from scratch, ensuring a cohesive and user-friendly experience. Additionally, I contributed to the creation of custom icon packs to enhance the visual appeal and usability of the site. This project aimed to develop innovative, user-centered state services, and it was fulfilling to play a part in supporting significant national and international initiatives and reforms.

2024

Working on the "places.georgia.travel" project in collaboration with the National Tourism Administration of Georgia was an exciting challenge. Initially, we received conceptual designs that required significant reshaping to enhance usability. My role involved creating lo-fi and hi-fi wireframes, developing various user flows, and expanding the design system to ensure a seamless user experience. This project aimed to provide tourists with easy access to comprehensive information about tourist facilities in Georgia, integrating modern technologies and ensuring cross-platform compatibility. It was a rewarding experience to contribute to a platform that enhances the visibility and connectivity of Georgia's tourist sites.

2024

As the UX designer for the "Youth Tbilisi" project, I led the design from the initial concept all the way to the final product. My focus was on creating a user-friendly and engaging platform tailored for Tbilisi's youth. Through thorough research and user testing, we developed a design that truly resonates with our audience. It was a rewarding process to see our ideas come to life and make a real impact.

2023

A sister sub-domain web design for Visitbatumi. The particular website is for business purposes, dedicated to providing places and venues for business meetings.

2023

A landing page and web page redesign for the largest travel portal Visit Batumi is owned by the Department of Tourism and Resorts of A/R Ajara, Georgia, which is responsible for marketing the tourist products of the Ajara region of Georgia.

2023

UX/UI design for Young Diplomats of Georgia organisation.

2023

Collaborated with other Web designers and together esigned the UX/UI for UGSPN's website, which is dedicated to advancing knowledge and fostering critical discussions on national security and policy challenges. The site aims to promote empirical research, evidence-based policy solutions, and a deep understanding of nationalism and security within academic and public spheres.

2023

As a Senior UX Generalist and UI Designer at Artmedia, I led the redesign of our outdated website, bringing it up to modern standards. I also collaborated closely on creating the visual identity for Artmedia, our web development company, and designed unique characters for the staff, adding a distinctive and personal touch to our brand.

2023

As a UX/UI designer for the "Head.org.ge" project, I created visuals from scratch and conducted user interviews to enhance the website’s usability. The site features a clear, user-friendly layout, responsive design, engaging visuals, and multimedia elements to showcase the agency's impact.

2023

As the UX designer for the "Youth Card" project, I had the opportunity to lead the design of both the web and app interfaces. This sister project to "Youth Tbilisi" aimed to create a versatile card for young people to use for shopping and more. We developed a local Georgian version of the YouthCard EU, tailoring it specifically to our audience's needs. Through detailed research and user testing, we ensured the design was both functional and engaging. It was rewarding to see our efforts culminate in a tool that enhances the everyday lives of Georgian youth.

2022

Web page design for local perfume and cosmetic supplier.

2022

The web page design for The Center for Strategic Research and Development of Georgia - one of the first civic organizations in Georgia, founded in 1995.

2022

Worked as a UX/UI designer on the web design for genderequality.ge, a digital library that serves as an institutional memory on gender equality topics. This platform helps anyone interested in gender equality issues to enhance their knowledge and awareness.

2022

I had the pleasure of working on the "Georgia National Tourism Administration" project for the georgia.travel website. Starting from the hi-fidelity design stage, where most of the UX work was already completed, I focused on the UI aspect. My role involved creating and expanding the design system and developing various templates for specific pages. This project was all about making Georgia's beauty and diversity shine through a visually stunning and user-friendly platform, and it was exciting to contribute to promoting Georgia as a premier tourist destination.

2021

Web page design and logo redesign for Tbilisi-based NFT Investment Fund and Production Studio.

Side Projects

Ongoing

From Untiteld 2023, to Ongoing series where I create illustrations of my friends and family using a flat 2D art style imitating family pictures and Doodle series focusing on self-care and mental health, as well as From food to everyday objects... it’s a series where I attempt to unleash ✨creativity✨ by pushing boundaries and exploring new tools to create art.

2024

Narval is a project by three young developers who need a portfolio-style website to showcase their services and future projects. Since the team is still early in their careers, they wanted something clean and straightforward, making the current design concept a solid starting point

2024
Simoneti Winery Web Page at Simoneti Winery LLC

Designed the website for Simoneti Winery, a local winemaker with no online presence. By working on UX/UI design and creating visuals, I helped them establish a unique brand and showcase their products to a broader audience.

2023

I designed the UX/UI, app interface, and logo for a2b.ge, a ride-sharing service similar to BlaBlaCar but tailored for Georgia. The platform offers a user-friendly and visually engaging experience, with intuitive navigation, responsive design, and interactive elements to make travel planning easy and enjoyable for users across the country.

Certifications

2024
Uxcel Certificate collection from Uxcel
2024
Certification of Completion Webflow 101Certification of Completion Webflow 101 from Webflow
2024
Agile User Experience Design and Research from Linkedin
2024

Skills: Human Computer Interaction · Mobile Interface Design · Design Thinking · Design Patterns · Accessibility · Project Management · Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodologies · Product Development · UX Strategy · UX Research · Product Design · Design Principles · User Experience (UX)

2022
UX & UI Design Jumpstart from New Horizons Computer Learning Centers

Skills: Human Computer Interaction · Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodologies · Problem Solving

2022

Those who earn the Google UX Design Certificate have completed seven courses, developed by Google, that include hands-on, practice-based assessments and are designed to prepare them for introductory-level roles in UX design. They can complete the design process from beginning to end: empathizing with users, defining their pain points, coming up with ideas for design solutions, creating wireframes and prototypes, and testing designs to get feedback.

Awards

2024

UX/UI Case Study for Inclusive Landing Page for Parliament of Georgia was awarded 3rd place and an Editor's choice award for Pride Month challenge for June 2024

Work Experience

2020 — Now
Tbilisi
  • Creating user flows, wireframes, hi-fi prototypes, concept sketches, and UI designs using industry-leading tools such as Figma, Framer, Adobe XD, and Marvel.

  • Collaborating and working closely with other designers, front and back-end developers, and project managers to deliver successful digital products for a wide range of clients.

  • Proficient in understanding technical documentation and occasionally contributing to API docs with developers to align design and technical strategies.

2022 — Now
Tbilisi
2023 — Now
Tbilisi
  • Specializing in translating and localizing app and website content. I’ve been working with various translation and localization tools, including: Phrase, Trados Studio, Polyglot, Matecat

  • Focused on translating key materials such as help documents, technical documentation, and legal texts to ensure clarity and accuracy across both languages.

2020 — Now
Everywhere
  • Working on custom orders via ko-fi(illustrations, logo designs, etc), completing several digital illustration job with a strong customer satisfaction rate.

  • I use a variety of design tools such as Concepts, Clipstudio Paint, Canva, and Photoshop, while implementing new tools, like AI ChatGPT, Dall-E 3, Midjourney to boost my workflow.

2022 — Now
Tbilisi
  • Managing the co-working space during the night shift includes monitoring the space, handling check-ins and check-outs, and addressing any issues that may arise.

  • Communicating with clients: The Night Administrator may need to answer questions or provide assistance to clients during the night shift.

2020 — 2021
Project Manager/AE at Freelance
Tbilisi
  • Liaising with customers, management, and sales team to better understand user needs and recommend appropriate solutions. Responding promptly to their inquiries.

  • Acted as an intermediary between departments within the company to ensure the success of the products.

2019 — 2020
English-speaking CSR at JMN
Tbilisi
  • Managed a large number of incoming phone calls.

  • Handled CRM and client complaints, provided appropriate solutions and alternatives in a timely manner, and followed up to ensure resolution.

  • Fielded customer questions regarding available merchandise, sales, current prices, and upcoming products. Promptly and professionally responding to their questions and inquiries.

2019 — 2019
Tbilisi
  • Provided optimal assistance to the general management and handled a variety of tasks: trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.

  • Tracking sales, preparing monthly reports for the sales team, managing inventory and the local storehouse at the shop.

  • Using tools like Oris Manager and Microsoft Office.

2017 — 2019
Tbilisi
  • Performed general duties at the bookstore, and arranged books in a classification order such as children's, fiction, academic, and general books.

  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.

  • Helped to increase client returns by providing excellent customer service at all times.