About me
Hello, I’m Gary—a Senior Product Designer with over 15 years of experience in crafting intuitive, impactful digital solutions. Specializing in mobile applications, prototyping, and design systems, I focus on turning complex challenges into simple, elegant designs. My expertise spans industries such as fintech, medtech, and AI/VR, where I’ve led award-winning projects like Orange Money, transforming digital financial services across Africa.
Whether I’m creating seamless user journeys or building comprehensive design systems.
I believe that design should not only solve real-world problems but also be visually engaging and enjoyable to use.
Mentorship and Guidance
In addition to my design work, I’m currently mentoring an apprentice in Digital UX and Creative Design through Sheffield Hallam University. This role allows me to share my knowledge and experience, providing guidance and technical support to help them develop their skills and competencies throughout their apprenticeship. I value the opportunity to foster new talent and contribute to the next generation of designers.
Simplifying Complexity Through
User-Centered Design.
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Key Expertise
Here’s a snapshot of what I do best:
Product Design & User Experience
Mobile Applications: Designing seamless, high-performing mobile apps for fintech, medtech, and other industries.
Prototyping & Wireframing: Rapid iterations with tools like Figma, Sketch, and InVision to bring ideas to life.
Interaction Design: Creating intuitive user flows and interactive experiences that feel seamless.
Digital Design: Crafting engaging digital interfaces for websites and mobile applications.
User Insights
& Testing
User Research: Gathering actionable insights through surveys, interviews, and usability testing.
Data-Driven Design: Refining and improving designs based on analytics and user feedback.
Usability Testing: Ensuring real-world usability through comprehensive testing with actual users.
A/B Testing: Optimizing design elements and interactions through experiments that improve conversions.
Web &
Visual Design
Web Design: Creating responsive, pixel-perfect websites using Webflow and other design tools.
Graphic Design: Designing logos, branding, and visual assets that support and elevate digital projects.
Front-End Development: Implementing designs using clean, efficient HTML and CSS for seamless delivery.
SEO & Accessibility: Ensuring designs are optimized for search engines and accessible to all users.
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Case Study Highlights
Transforming Orange Money into a Super App
Challenge: Redesign Orange Money to serve as a comprehensive super app for financial transactions, entertainment, and business services across Africa.
Solution: Led user research, prototyping, and design, integrating super-app features and a unified user experience across mobile platforms. This included streamlining the app’s navigation and enhancing cross-platform consistency.
Result: Increased user retention by 38%, improved transaction success rates by 42%, and reduced customer support queries by 25% within the first six months of launch.
Enhancing Whoop’s UI to Boost User Engagement
Challenge: Whoop, a start-up focused on delivering innovative solutions, needed to redesign its early-stage app interface to improve user engagement. The app also required cohesive marketing materials to support its branding efforts.
Solution: Worked with the CEO and team to design a visually appealing, user-friendly interface. Developed marketing materials, including animations, to support the company’s promotional campaigns.
Result: Boosted user engagement by 40%, increased app downloads by 50%, and significantly improved user satisfaction, making the app more intuitive and accessible.
Design is a blend of art and science. It’s about making things not just look great, but work beautifully. My approach combines user research, data-driven decisions, and collaboration to solve real-world problems with every design iteration.
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Tools I Use
Design & Prototyping
Figma
Sketch
Adobe Creative Cloud
Lottie
Web Development & Design
Webflow
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
User Research & Analytics
Google Analytics
Hotjar
Collaboration & Project Management
Jira
Trello
Slack
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Awards
Orange Design system
Red Dot Winner (2023)
Recognized for excellence in Interface and User Experience Design for the Orange Design System.
Orange Bank Africa
Fast Company honouree (2021)
Honored for Innovation by Design in fintech for the Orange Bank Africa app.
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What Others Say
Here are some selected testimonials. For more, visit my LinkedIn profile.
Please note: Case studies are password-protected. Contact me for access.
Piotr Zamorski - Lead Design Manager @ Orange
“I've had the pleasure of knowing and working alongside Gary for many years. Gary is not just a coworker but a true asset to any team he's a part of.
Throughout our professional journey together, Gary has consistently demonstrated his exceptional communication skills and friendly demeanour. He has a natural ability to connect with others and foster positive relationships, making him a joy to collaborate with.
Our collaboration spans across various projects and teams, particularly within the financial sector, including Orange Bank and Orange Money. In these projects, Gary's role as the designer of the mobile application interface was pivotal. His creativity ensured that our products not only looked sleek but also functioned seamlessly.
What truly stands out about Gary is his eagerness to embrace new challenges. He approaches each task with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, quickly adapting to changing environments and objectives. Beyond his technical skills, Gary's ability to uplift and inspire his teammates is invaluable.
He brings a sense of camaraderie and positivity to every team he's a part of, making the work environment not only productive but enjoyable as well.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Gary for any role or project that demands a dedicated, communicative, and adaptable team player. He is undoubtedly a great asset to any organisation.”
Carine Chauveau - Lead Design Manager @ Orange Money Pro
“I had the pleasure of working with Gary for several months, during which time he made an active contribution to the design team.
Gary is always very responsive and a great source of ideas, which has regularly enriched our productions. His creative proposals have given our products a real graphic identity.
He works very well with the development teams. In short, I highly recommend Gary and hope that our paths will cross again.”
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Let's Collaborate
With over 15 years of design expertise, I’ve dedicated my career to transforming complex ideas into intuitive, impactful user experiences. My diverse industry background has sharpened my ability to simplify intricate problems, ensuring every design decision not only enhances user satisfaction but also aligns with business objectives.
I’m driven by a passion for pushing the boundaries of UX/UI, constantly seeking innovative solutions that resonate deeply with users. Whether it’s a fintech app or a medtech platform, my goal is to create digital experiences that exceed expectations and make a meaningful impact on people's lives.
Explore my case studies to see how I’ve applied these principles to deliver transformative user experiences. If you're ready to elevate your next project or collaborate on something extraordinary, don’t hesitate to reach out or connect with me on LinkedIn. Together, we can create something remarkable.