Estefania Ortiz
UX/UI Designer
Ottawa, ON
+1 (289) 213-5216 | estefaniaortiz805@gmail.com
Estefania Ortiz
UX/UI Designer
Ottawa, ON
+1 (289) 213-5216 | estefaniaortiz805@gmail.com
Estefania Ortiz
UX/UI Designer
Ottawa, ON
+1 (289) 213-5216 | estefaniaortiz805@gmail.com
Professional Summary
UX/UI Designer with a background in Industrial Design and hands-on experience in customer experience, operations, and team leadership. Skilled in translating user needs into intuitive digital solutions through research, interaction design, and prototyping. Brings a strong understanding of user behavior from real-world environments, with a focus on improving usability, clarity, and overall experience.
Skills
UX / UI
UX Research.
Wireframing & User Flows.
Prototyping (Low & High Fidelity).
Interaction Design.
Usability Testing.
Information Architecture.
Tools
Figma.
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
AutoCAD / 3D Modeling Tools.
Other
Problem Solving.
Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration.
Team Leadership.
Customer Experience.
Projects
FinGoal – Collaborative Savings App
UX/UI Design Project.
Designed a mobile app that helps users save money individually or collaboratively toward shared goals such as trips or major purchases.
Identified key pain points in shared financial management, including lack of transparency and difficulty tracking contributions.
Created user flows and information architecture to simplify goal creation, tracking, and collaboration.
Designed intuitive UI with clear progress visualization to improve user understanding and motivation.
Developed prototypes and iterated based on usability insights.
Impact: Improved clarity in tracking shared goals and reduced friction in managing group contributions.
Transportation Experience App
UX/UI Design Project
Designed a digital solution to improve navigation and usability in transportation systems.
Analyzed user behavior and common frustrations related to route clarity and accessibility.
Developed structured user flows to streamline navigation and decision-making.
Created wireframes and high-fidelity designs focused on clarity and ease of use.
Impact: Simplified user navigation and improved overall usability of transportation interactions.
Professional experience
Assistant Manager – Retail Operations
Crocs & Reitmans, Ottawa, Canada
Mar 2025 – Present
Lead daily store operations, including scheduling, hiring, and performance management.
Improved team efficiency and customer experience through structured processes and clear communication.
Analyzed KPIs to optimize store performance and decision-making.
Developed strong problem-solving and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
Team Lead (Operations & Sales)
Crocs – Niagara, Canada
Nov 2023 – Feb 2025
Supervised team operations and ensured smooth workflow in a high-volume retail environment.
Maintained inventory accuracy and improved operational efficiency.
Delivered high-quality customer experiences through team coaching and support.
Research Assistant – Design Faculty
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia
2022
Conducted research for the development of a design-based startup (Spin-Off).
Collaborated with faculty on innovation and design strategy projects.
Contributed to the creation of one of the university’s official spin-offs.
Communications & User Experience Coordination (iGV)
AIESEC Colombia
Feb 2018- Sep 2020
Designed communication systems to improve clarity and engagement across national teams.
Enhanced the experience of international users by optimizing onboarding and support processes.
Identified user pain points and improved communication flows to reduce confusion.
Education and Certifications
Professional certificate Google UX Design
Google – Coursera | 2026
Academic Upgrading (ACE)
Niagara College – Ontario, Canada | 2024
Bachelor of Industrial Design Engineering
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia | 2023
Innovation & Investigation Management Certification
University Institution ITM – Colombia | 2023
Professional Summary
UX/UI Designer with a background in Industrial Design and hands-on experience in customer experience, operations, and team leadership. Skilled in translating user needs into intuitive digital solutions through research, interaction design, and prototyping. Brings a strong understanding of user behavior from real-world environments, with a focus on improving usability, clarity, and overall experience.
Skills
UX / UI
UX Research.
Wireframing & User Flows.
Prototyping (Low & High Fidelity).
Interaction Design.
Usability Testing.
Information Architecture.
Tools
Figma.
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
AutoCAD / 3D Modeling Tools.
Other
Problem Solving.
Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration.
Team Leadership.
Customer Experience.
Projects
FinGoal – Collaborative Savings App
UX/UI Design Project.
Designed a mobile app that helps users save money individually or collaboratively toward shared goals such as trips or major purchases.
Identified key pain points in shared financial management, including lack of transparency and difficulty tracking contributions.
Created user flows and information architecture to simplify goal creation, tracking, and collaboration.
Designed intuitive UI with clear progress visualization to improve user understanding and motivation.
Developed prototypes and iterated based on usability insights.
Impact: Improved clarity in tracking shared goals and reduced friction in managing group contributions.
Transportation Experience App
UX/UI Design Project
Designed a digital solution to improve navigation and usability in transportation systems.
Analyzed user behavior and common frustrations related to route clarity and accessibility.
Developed structured user flows to streamline navigation and decision-making.
Created wireframes and high-fidelity designs focused on clarity and ease of use.
Impact: Simplified user navigation and improved overall usability of transportation interactions.
Professional experience
Assistant Manager – Retail Operations
Crocs & Reitmans, Ottawa, Canada
Mar 2025 – Present
Lead daily store operations, including scheduling, hiring, and performance management.
Improved team efficiency and customer experience through structured processes and clear communication.
Analyzed KPIs to optimize store performance and decision-making.
Developed strong problem-solving and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
Team Lead (Operations & Sales)
Crocs – Niagara, Canada
Nov 2023 – Feb 2025
Supervised team operations and ensured smooth workflow in a high-volume retail environment.
Maintained inventory accuracy and improved operational efficiency.
Delivered high-quality customer experiences through team coaching and support.
Research Assistant – Design Faculty
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia
2022
Conducted research for the development of a design-based startup (Spin-Off).
Collaborated with faculty on innovation and design strategy projects.
Contributed to the creation of one of the university’s official spin-offs.
Communications & User Experience Coordination (iGV)
AIESEC Colombia
Feb 2018- Sep 2020
Designed communication systems to improve clarity and engagement across national teams.
Enhanced the experience of international users by optimizing onboarding and support processes.
Identified user pain points and improved communication flows to reduce confusion.
Education and Certifications
Professional certificate Google UX Design
Google – Coursera | 2026
Academic Upgrading (ACE)
Niagara College – Ontario, Canada | 2024
Bachelor of Industrial Design Engineering
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia | 2023
Innovation & Investigation Management Certification
University Institution ITM – Colombia | 2023
Professional Summary
UX/UI Designer with a background in Industrial Design and hands-on experience in customer experience, operations, and team leadership. Skilled in translating user needs into intuitive digital solutions through research, interaction design, and prototyping. Brings a strong understanding of user behavior from real-world environments, with a focus on improving usability, clarity, and overall experience.
Skills
UX / UI
UX Research.
Wireframing & User Flows.
Prototyping (Low & High Fidelity).
Interaction Design.
Usability Testing.
Information Architecture.
Tools
Figma.
Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
AutoCAD / 3D Modeling Tools.
Other
Problem Solving.
Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration.
Team Leadership.
Customer Experience.
Projects
FinGoal – Collaborative Savings App
UX/UI Design Project.
Designed a mobile app that helps users save money individually or collaboratively toward shared goals such as trips or major purchases.
Identified key pain points in shared financial management, including lack of transparency and difficulty tracking contributions.
Created user flows and information architecture to simplify goal creation, tracking, and collaboration.
Designed intuitive UI with clear progress visualization to improve user understanding and motivation.
Developed prototypes and iterated based on usability insights.
Impact: Improved clarity in tracking shared goals and reduced friction in managing group contributions.
Transportation Experience App
UX/UI Design Project
Designed a digital solution to improve navigation and usability in transportation systems.
Analyzed user behavior and common frustrations related to route clarity and accessibility.
Developed structured user flows to streamline navigation and decision-making.
Created wireframes and high-fidelity designs focused on clarity and ease of use.
Impact: Simplified user navigation and improved overall usability of transportation interactions.
Professional experience
Assistant Manager – Retail Operations
Crocs & Reitmans, Ottawa, Canada
Mar 2025 – Present
Lead daily store operations, including scheduling, hiring, and performance management.
Improved team efficiency and customer experience through structured processes and clear communication.
Analyzed KPIs to optimize store performance and decision-making.
Developed strong problem-solving and leadership skills in a fast-paced environment.
Team Lead (Operations & Sales)
Crocs – Niagara, Canada
Nov 2023 – Feb 2025
Supervised team operations and ensured smooth workflow in a high-volume retail environment.
Maintained inventory accuracy and improved operational efficiency.
Delivered high-quality customer experiences through team coaching and support.
Research Assistant – Design Faculty
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia
2022
Conducted research for the development of a design-based startup (Spin-Off).
Collaborated with faculty on innovation and design strategy projects.
Contributed to the creation of one of the university’s official spin-offs.
Communications & User Experience Coordination (iGV)
AIESEC Colombia
Feb 2018- Sep 2020
Designed communication systems to improve clarity and engagement across national teams.
Enhanced the experience of international users by optimizing onboarding and support processes.
Identified user pain points and improved communication flows to reduce confusion.
Education and Certifications
Professional certificate Google UX Design
Google – Coursera | 2026
Academic Upgrading (ACE)
Niagara College – Ontario, Canada | 2024
Bachelor of Industrial Design Engineering
University Institution ITM – Medellín, Colombia | 2023
Innovation & Investigation Management Certification
University Institution ITM – Colombia | 2023