Carlos Miguel Ruiz Vázquez

Apasionado del diseño de productos y la sinergia con el espacio, participo activamente en todas las etapas del proyecto. Combino mi pasión por el diseño con sólidas habilidades en gestión de proyectos, aplicando creatividad, fomentando la comunicación efectiva y liderando equipos eficientemente para contribuir al éxito de proyectos innovadores.

UX Designer // Mar 2024 – Currently, CDMX

• Creation of empathy maps, development of User personas, conducting surveys and user interviews.

• Use of digital and manual tools to create wireframes.

• Creation of models in vector programs (Figma, Illustrator, Canva and Photoshop).

• Low and high fidelity prototype development in Figma

• Conducting moderated and unmoderated usability studies with users to obtain feedback about key aspects of the products.

• Preparation of sticker sheets in Figma to optimize the workflow within the layout and prototyping process, based on user comments.

Industrial designer & Jr Project Manager SAI // Jun 2022 – Mar 2024, Mexico

Design projects

• Motorola: Design and rebranding of two stores, improving the brand's presence in the market.
• Lenovo, Bandai, Petco, Devlyn, Specialized: Conceptualization, design, production and installation of furniture and displays.

Project Management

• Developed and executed plans for retail design projects.
• Coordinated regular meetings with clients and stakeholders to understand objectives and needs, as well as to report progress and updates of the project.
• Project scope, budget and schedule management.
• Prepared briefs for the correct understanding of the project requirements.
• I organized project kickoff meetings, minutes and reports.
• Ensured the alignment of project objectives through assertive communication with the team.
• I carried out constant monitoring of the different stages of the project in order to ensure the established milestones and deadlines.

Achievements

• Flagship Store Opening: Creation of the Specialized flagship store in Town Square Metepec.
• Store Design: Design and development of five Specialized stores in the interior of the Republic.
• Office Remodeling: Renovation of the Specialized headquarters in Aguascalientes.
• Control Documents: I developed and implemented control documents for the delivery of projects by suppliers, improving the quality of the products delivered.
• Process Improvements: Made significant improvements to internal quality control processes, reducing material waste by 30% and increasing standard production of acrylic furniture and displays by 15%.

Founder müz Mobiliario // Mar 2020 – Jun 2022, CDMX

Business management

• Planned and executed a home furniture business plan, ensuring an efficient operation in terms of tasks, processes and budgets.
• Maintained high quality standards in all aspects of the business, from design to manufacturing and product delivery.
• Managed suppliers, budgets, scopes and times.
• Collaborated with suppliers to introduce new materials and manufacturing techniques.
• I trained designers to develop a competent team aligned with the company's vision.

Supervision of the design and manufacturing process

• Supervision of the furniture design and manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards and delivery times.
• Implementation of continuous improvements in processes to increase efficiency and product quality.

Achievements

• Successful launch of designs and product lines, expanding the offer to new clients.
• Creation of strategic alliances with key suppliers.
• Reduction of production costs and improvement of operational efficiency.

Industrial designer Freelance // Aug 2018 – Mar 2020, CDMX

Interior design specialization

• Carrying out the comprehensive design of a dental office.
• Design of interior design (plans and rendering) for residential spaces.
• Manufacture and active supervision in the creation of personalized furniture for bathrooms and kitchens.

Home furniture design

• Creation of models and renderings to visually present designs to clients to facilitate decision making.
• Preparation of construction plans and furniture sizing, as well as layouts of commercial spaces.
• Design of integral furniture for residential spaces, including kitchens, bathrooms and closets.
• Design and active supervision of furniture production, guaranteeing compliance with client requirements.

Achievements

• I designed a dental office, incorporating aesthetics, function and regulations of the sector, improving the user experience.
• I developed and manufactured custom furniture for bathrooms and kitchens that combined innovation and practicality.

Google Project Management Certificate // Sep 2023 – Mar 2024, Online

Google UX Design Certificate // Abr 2024 – Jul 2024, Online

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana Industrial Design // Sep 2015 - Dec 2019, CDMX