Maya John

Creative UI/UX Designer with 7+ years of experience in visual design, motion graphics and UX/UI. Skilled at translating complex ideas into engaging visual experiences across digital, brand, and event touchpoints. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-focused design solutions and impactful brand storytelling.

Marketing Coordinator - Vortex Aquatic Structures Intl

(2025-07)

• Initiated and collaborated on a UI/UX design project with the software engineering team, developing early-stage wireframes, prototypes, and visual layouts
• Applied UX principles and design thinking to explore user workflows and interface usability
• Partnered with cross-functional teams to align design direction with technical feasibility

Sr. Digital Designer - One Tree Planted

(2023-02 - 2024-08)

• Led the evolution of visual and interaction design systems, creating cohesive, user-centred digital experiences that boosted engagement by 20%.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop 15+ UX/UI solutions across web, mobile, and social platforms, aligning user needs with business goals.
• Directed the design of event branding and marketing materials for Forest Fest—a major corporate-sponsored event in Denver—delivering all visuals from banners and signage to digital promos and social content.

Motion Graphic Designer - Technicolor Creative Studios

(2021-10 - 2023-02)

• Collaborated with 4 international, cross-functional teams to design compelling motion graphics, branded visuals, and interactive prototypes for global campaigns and internal marketing initiatives.
• Delivered 20+ recruitment and promotional videos, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and maintaining consistency across digital and social media platforms.
• Applied expertise in typography, composition, colour theory, and animation to elevate user engagement and storytelling across all digital touchpoints.

Freelance UX & Visual Designer - Freelance - Montreal

(2024-08 - 2025-07)

• Designed intuitive, user-centered interfaces and interactive prototypes for 5+ small businesses, including a desktop Yoga Shop platform, following established design systems. ( Yoga Shop )
• Conducted user research and created 10+ wireframes and mockups to improve website usability, aligning with accessibility standards and a user-focused approach.
• Produced 20+ custom icons, illustrations, and animations for marketing campaigns, demonstrating strong skills in typography, composition, and brand identity.

Graphic Designer - Mark Edwards Group

(2018-06 - 2021-09)

• Created visual prototypes and marketing materials focused on brand consistency, typography, and colour harmony.
• Developed design solutions informed by user insights and market trends to enhance engagement and brand impact.

Certification - UX Certification - Concordia University

Certification - 3D Animation Certification - Vertex School

DEC - Graphic Design - Dawson College