Alessandra Motteran🇮🇹

About Alessandra Motteran

Design Manager at Alessandra Motteran

Hello! I’m Alessandra, a dedicated UX/UI Design Lead & Innovation Designer with +5 years of experience in design consultancy, specializing in creating impactful digital experiences across various industries.

Over the past few years, I’ve grown into a Design Manager role, leading cross-functional teams, mentoring designers, and working closely with clients and stakeholders to turn complex problems into meaningful, user-centred solutions.

I’m passionate about helping others navigate the complexities of design and project workflows, from initial planning and execution through to successful delivery.

If you're looking for mentorship, I’m here to support you with: Mastering UX/UI design principles Embracing design thinking and effective problem-solving techniques Transitioning from junior to more independent roles Practical insights on working in consultancy, and collaborating with clients Managing client relationships, aligning expectations, and communicating effectively with stakeholders

Expertise

Sessions with Alessandra Motteran

• UX/UI Career & Design Mentoring (60 min): A 1:1 mentoring session tailored to your goals, challenges, and career stage. We can use the session to explore UX/UI design, portfolio and career development, design processes, project management, client & stakeholder relationships, or growing into more senior and leadership roles. Possible agenda: - Understand your current situation and goals - Discuss your main challenge or questions - Share practical insights, experiences, and actionable advice - Define concrete next steps you can take after the session Come with a specific challenge, a project you’re working on, or simply a question about your career in design. We’ll shape the session around what would be most valuable to you.
• Portfolio Review & Revamp (45 min): In these mentorship, we'll review your existing portfolio and provide constructive feedback for improvement. You'll receive guidance on enhancing visual appeal, organizing content, and targeting specific audiences. Revamp your portfolio to make a lasting impression and increase your chances of landing dream projects or job opportunities.
• Elevate your Design Thinking (20 min): Elevate your problem-solving skills in five stages. You'll learn to empathize with users, generate innovative ideas, and create user-centered solutions. Through hands-on exercises and real-world challenges, you'll gain confidence in tackling complex problems creatively. Unlock your creative potential and become a design thinking master.
• Master Research Skills (30 min): In this mentorship, we'll explore the art of research through hands-on learning and practical exercises. Gain expertise in formulating research objectives, designing surveys, conducting interviews, and analyzing data. Throughout the sessions, you'll receive feedback to refine your research projects and develop compelling research findings.
• Airtable 101 (20 min): In these weekly sessions, immerse yourself in hands-on learning with Airtable as we explore the fundamentals of data organisation and workflow management. Discover how to structure information effectively, build relational databases, create intuitive views, and automate repetitive tasks. Finally, bring everything together by building practical workflows tailored to real-world needs. This hands-on experience will equip you with the skills to organise information clearly, streamline processes, and work more efficiently with data.
• Deep dive on Portfolio Review (45 min): Let's review your existing portfolio and provide constructive feedback for improvement. You'll receive guidance on enhancing visual appeal, organizing content, and targeting specific audiences. One deep dive session to make a lasting impression and increase your chances of landing dream projects or job opportunities.

What mentees say

“I really appreciate Alessandra's time and guidance! Her amazing communication and deep subject knowledge made our session incredibly insightful. She motivated me with her personal career journey, effectively guiding me through my own challenges. Her exceptional problem-solving skills helped me gain clarity and direction. I highly recommend booking a session with her !!”

“I truly appreciate her patience inspite of my fluctuating network, and it's kind of her to explain the details of my portfolio website which adheres to industry norms. I wish her all the best for future and recommend her mentorship ! Best .”