David Sodeko

Simplifying complex problems through clean, bright, and visually striking design solutions.

Work Experience

Passionate and results-driven UX/UI Designer dedicated to crafting clean, bright, visually striking design solution and accessible digital experiences. Expertise includes user research, wireframing, prototyping, and collaborating with stakeholders and team members to bring concepts to life. Proficient in industry-standard tools like Figma, and Adobe, with a strong focus on delivering user-centric solutions that drive business growth. Known for a collaborative approach and ability to translate user insights into meaningful design decisions. My education from the University of Toronto sharpened my ability to blend usability and aesthetics seamlessly. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can iterate and innovate.

Technical

Puremynd: Remote/Toronto — UX Designer

May 2025 – Present

  • User Research & Collaboration: Led discovery using personas, interviews, user flows, and competitive audits to shape a mobile-first, mental wellness experience.

  • Clean, Intuitive UI Design: Designed thoughtful, accessible UI elements like onboarding flows, emotion trackers, and gamified pet adoption features to foster engagement and independent navigation.

  • Design Systems & Prototyping: Built a high-fidelity design system in Figma, emphasizing clarity, emotional storytelling, and intentional design.

  • Startup Collaboration: Worked cross-functionally in a fast-paced startup, contributing to product direction, brand identity, and visual consistency.

  • Trend & Wellness Awareness: Stay updated on UX and mental health trends to deliver emotionally resonant and innovative design solutions.

🔹 Design & Prototyping: Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Webflow

🔹 UX Research & Documentation: Google Analytics, Google Sheets and Forms, Excel.

🔹 Front-End Knowledge: HTML, CSS

🔹 Collaboration & Project Tools: Slack, Teams.

Professional Summary
Skills

Waymaker Creative Services, Remote — UX Design Mentee.

July 2023 – Present

  • User Research & Collaboration: Executed user research using personas, site maps, interviews, card sorting, and audits to inform meaningful design decisions.

  • High-Fidelity Prototyping: Developed responsive prototypes and wireframes in Figma for both mobile and web platforms.

  • Collaboration with Experts: Worked alongside senior designers and developers to align UX/UI outcomes with user needs and business goals.

  • Design Standards Compliance: Delivered solutions aligned with brand typography, UI consistency, and usability standards.

  • Trend Awareness: Monitored evolving UX/UI trends to continuously enhance user experience and maintain design relevance.

Interests & Personal Values

🎨 Creative Expression – Passionate about drawing, photography, and digital storytelling

🛠 Problem-Solving – Love tackling complex challenges with human-centered solutions

🌍 Community & Culture – Engaged in local design events & emerging tech trends

💡 Lifelong Learning – Constantly exploring new UX methodologies & accessibility practices

Languages

🗣 English & Yoruba

Education

University Of Toronto, User Experience and User Interface Design

Sept 2024

  • Developed expertise in user research, usability testing, wireframing, and interaction design

  • Completed real-world projects, applying design thinking to solve complex UX problems

  • Mastered Figma & Adobe XD, developing accessible and intuitive user interfaces

Resume

  • User Research & Accessibility Auditing: Conducted interviews, task flows, and competitive benchmarking to uncover accessibility barriers and improve usability.

  • Digital Prototyping: Created responsive, WCAG-compliant wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes in Figma, ensuring inclusive user experiences.

  • Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Collaborated with accessibility consultants, developers, and clients to implement inclusive design into both existing and new platforms.

  • Human-Centered Design: Applied universal design principles to make digital spaces functional and flexible for users of all abilities.

  • Standards-Driven Delivery: Maintained brand alignment while adhering to accessibility best practices and design guidelines.

1 Axis Design, Remote/Toronto — UX Designer Part Time Consultant

Feb 2025 – Present

🔹 Color Theory

🔹 Communication

🔹 Continuous Learning

🔹 Critical Thinking

🔹 Cross-Team Collaboration

🔹 Design Thinking

🔹 Figma

🔹 Information Architecture

🔹 Interaction Design

🔹 Presentation Skills

🔹 Problem-Solving

🔹 Prototyping

🔹 Time Management

🔹 Typography

🔹 Usability Testing

🔹 User Flows

🔹 User Personas

🔹 User Research

🔹 Visual Design

🔹 Wireframing

edX (W3C), Introduction to Web Accessibility

Jan 2025

  • Designing to meet the needs of users with disabilities, including older users.

User Experience and User Interface.