Hello, I'm

Camila,

a UI/UX and Visual Designer with

a background in architecture.

currently in
Zürich, Switzerland

About

Hello!
I'm Camila Méndez, a curious Interaction-UI/UX Designer with an architecture background originally from Colombia 🇨🇴  and currently based in Switzerland🇨🇭. With 5 years of hands-on experience in architecture and 3 years in UI/UX , I bring a diverse skill set.

Today, I blend my diverse skill set, from architectural physical prototypes (video, renders, 3D Model,etc)  into real spaces, to navigating the entire UI/UX process in the digital realm, from initial concept through rigorous testing, creating innovative products.


01 Working for big companies.

I’ve designed experiences and spaces for small and medium-sized companies. From industries like automotive, e-commerce, education, banking, health and government.

02 Design and user centered mindset

I’m skilled at communicating conceptual ideas and design solutions backed by design rational.

03 Interdisciplinary work

I’ve worked with cross functional teams throughout the product life-cycle, including product managers, architects, researches, HR, managers to create  human-centered designs products.

04 Toolkit
Figma, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign. 3D Model: Fusion360, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Revit, Rhinoceros, 3DsMax. Rendering: Lumion, Enscape, Vray, Corona.

Areas of interest 🔎
🛒E-Commerce
📊 Data Analysis and Information Visualization 🏙 Design applied to Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR).
🎒Fintech, banking, startups, NFT’s.
🤖Design to applied products where AI/Machine learning is used

Hobbies

🎧Listening to music (check my main Spotify list)
🎥📷 I love editing, taking photos (thinking I’m Annie Leibovitz) and watch a lot of movies
🌳 Enjoying the nature and visiting lakes
🗺 Traveling
📚 Reading
🗣 Listening to audio podcasts and successful stories of people (My recco of the month)
🧠 My goal is to always be learning, which is why I'm currently diving into Appian and  German 🇩🇪
🤲🏻 Volunteering is really important for me.

Work Experience

TEDxZurich

UI/UX & Visual Designer  

October 2023-Present

Led the design of digital visuals, creating engaging graphics and visual content for online campaigns and digital products. Actively participated in collaborative projects, contributing to team meetings and brainstorming sessions to develop effective marketing strategies. Integrated diverse cultural insights into marketing materials to appeal to a wide audience. Tailored content and visuals for different social media platforms to optimize reach and engagement.

AboutGrand.

UI/UX Freelancer

November 2023-Present

As a versatile hybrid architect and UI/UX designer, I merge the tangible essence of physical environments with the finesse of digital interface design, crafting immersive and intuitive experiences. My proficiency lies in harmonizing aesthetic allure with user-friendly functionality, guaranteeing fluid and captivating interactions spanning both physical and digital domains.

HERR Design

UI/UX - Architect

October 2023- May 2024

Conducted comprehensive UI/UX and product design, focusing on identifying and prioritizing key areas for improvement. This led to a complete UI redesign and the end-to-end definition and design of crucial product areas, including initial designing, onboarding, learning experience, gamification, and progress tracking, to enhance overall user engagement and satisfaction.

Solinoff Corporation

Senior Mid Architect &
Designer

September 2019 -September 2022

Oversaw and directed national projects spanning over 400 square meters, from conceptualization to execution, with a focus on architectural construction. Led the development of project concepts, construction budgets, material assessments, and 2D-3D models, as well as the selection and management of contractors. Managed client relationships and sponsor interactions through regular construction site visits. Mentored and evaluated junior team members on technical and conceptual drawings. Additionally, handled project management duties including scheduling, direction, consulting, and analysis based on client needs.

Diex

Principal Junior Architect

January 2019-September 2019

Executed commercial architecture projects, adhering to diverse brand guidelines while overseeing budgetary constraints and prototyping architectural elements. Spearheaded the creation, marketing, and coordination of delivery for ephemeral architectural elements, including pop-up stores and permanent spaces. Managed material selection for production and orchestrated the disassembly, configuration, and placement of elements within the designated space.

BAW

Junior Architect

October 2018-January 2019

Led construction, architectural, and interior design aspects of various projects, providing client and supplier management along with the creation of 2D and 3D plans. Directed and produced architectural visualizations including renderings, video renders, and AR/VR showcases. Consulted, supported, and guided architectural and interior design endeavors for commercial, corporate, and residential spaces across the LATAM region for Chevrolet Company. Established and distributed interior spaces following window dressing guidelines, while also designing real estate content for proposals and residential designs, providing supervision support for both residential and commercial projects.