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Platons Zakuterins

Principal Product Designer

Usability Testing

Problem-solving

Empathy

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Project management

2D Animation

3D Animation

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Brand strategy

Human computer interaction

Information architecture

User research

Product roadmap

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Skills: User Interface Design · Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methodologies · Figma (Software) · 3D Modeling · User Experience Design (UED) · UX Research · ProtoPie · User Experience (UX)

Strategic Business Model Redesign

Led MultiPass's shift from high-risk to medium/low-risk clients, conducted in-depth user research at MultiPass, utilizing interviews and data analysis to understand client needs and behaviours, guiding product development for competitive financial solutions.


Fintech Innovation and Design Strategy

Spearheaded fintech design initiatives at MultiPass for intuitive international transfers and currency exchanges, aligning with global market demands and business goals. Established and maintained design systems and standards.


Concept Development and Ideation

Generated creative concepts for new products at MultiPass - banking mobile app, metaverse experience, watchOS prototypes, involving brainstorming and sketching, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for technical and market alignment


Prototyping, Testing, and Quality Assurance

Created and iteratively tested product prototypes at MultiPass, ensuring optimal functionality and user experience. Oversaw design implementation to maintain quality standards.


Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

With Agile Product owner responsibilities worked closely with engineering, marketing, and sales teams at MultiPass. Engaged with diverse clients, presenting tailored fintech solutions and managing stakeholder communication.


Mentorship and Team Leadership

As a Principal Product Designer Guided and mentored junior designers and as an Agile Product Owner lead scrum teams workshops and fostering team skill development. Played a key role in planning design processes, managing backlog, setting timelines, and resource allocation.


Innovation and Trend Analysis

Kept abreast of the latest design trends and technologies at MultiPass, applying innovative approaches to improve product designs.

In my role as Principal Product Designer at Product Positive, a company specializing in user research, design, marketing, and development, I lead the design initiatives for web and mobile applications across various industries, including logistics, architecture, recruiting, healthcare, and finance. My responsibilities encompass the entire design process, from concept to completion, ensuring the delivery of innovative, user-centric, and visually compelling design solutions.

Key Achievements:

User Research and Insights:

Successfully conducted comprehensive user research, providing critical insights that shaped the design direction of various projects.
Translated complex user data into actionable design strategies, significantly enhancing user experiences.

Design Leadership:

Conceptualized and implemented design solutions for a range of digital products, ensuring both aesthetic appeal and functional usability.
Maintained high standards of design excellence, leading to increased client satisfaction and user engagement.

Team Mentorship and Guidance:

Mentored a dynamic team of designers, fostering a creative and collaborative work environment.
Enhanced team productivity and design quality through effective leadership and guidance.

Client Engagement and Presentation:

Built strong relationships with clients, effectively understanding their vision and requirements.
Skilfully presented design concepts and adaptations, achieving alignment and approval from diverse stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborated closely with marketing, development, and QA teams to ensure cohesive and integrated product development.
Efficiently managed design resources and adhered to project timelines, contributing to the successful completion of multiple projects.

User Research and Insights

Led UX/UI competitor analysis across European crowdfunding platforms, focusing on user experience enhancements.
Design Leadership

Managed full interface design cycle, integrating innovative concepts across platforms. Developed comprehensive information architecture.
Team Mentorship and Guidance

Guided a team of designers and developers, promoting innovation and best practices in web interface design.
Client Engagement and Presentation

Presented complex design solutions in Figma, ensuring clarity and professionalism in client communications.
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Worked closely with IT, Marketing, and Founders, ensuring integrated platform development and effective stakeholder communication.
Key Achievements

Enhanced user engagement and usability for FinRiser’s SaaS platform, solidifying its market position in crowdfunding and donation services.

Platons was working as a digital designer for a fashion brand in Moscow “The Rubedo-ISIDA”.
Main roles included:
•	Participate in design discussions and give feedback during planning and strategy meetings.
•	Quickly translate ideas into sketches, wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
•	Create digital assets (static, video, and HTML) for a range of platforms (social, display advertising, eCommerce, websites, mobile apps).
•	Work with Adobe creative suite, Figma, Blender, Marvelous Designer.
•	Create and execute concepts for digital advertising.
•	Research industry trends to present ideas and concepts for timely digital innovation.¬

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