Alexander Henao

May 2022 – Sept 2025

Sr. UX Researcher, UI/UX Designer

Imagemaker – Chile

Played a key role in enhancing the company’s core software system through user-centered design methodologies. Focused on improving user experience and building intuitive interfaces. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers, to implement design systems and ensure a cohesive product vision.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
Tools: Figma
Highlights: Developed a comprehensive design system that streamlined workflows and maintained visual consistency across products.

August 2023 – Dec 2024 (Consultant)

Creative Director

New Clic Soluciones – Colombia

As Creative Director, led the creation and refinement of materials and project deliverables, overseeing all stages of development. Directed and managed workflow coordination among diverse design and development teams, setting clear deadlines and effectively distributing roles and responsibilities. Collaborated closely with various departments, including graphic design, product ownership, UI/UX, and development teams, to nurture the development of innovative and creative concepts.

Key Responsibilities:

Spearheaded the design process, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring alignment with product goals.
Developed comprehensive design systems and visual guidelines to maintain consistency across projects.
Facilitated workshops and brainstorming sessions to foster collaboration between design and development teams.
Monitored project timelines and deliverables, ensuring that all visual elements met quality standards and deadlines.

Apr 2022 – August 2023 (Consultant)

Jr Creative Director

New Clic Soluciones – Colombia

Monitor, evaluate and correct both the creation of the material and the output of the projects. 
Guide and manage the workflow between different design teams, establishing delivery dates, and distributing roles and tasks among the team. 
Collaborate with the various teams of the company (graphic design, PO, UI \ UX, Devs) for the creation of creative concepts.

Jan 2019 – April 2022 (Consultant)

Senior UI UX Designer, Graphic Designer Consultant

New Clic Soluciones – Colombia

Jan 2022 – Dec 2023 (Consultant)

Sr. UI/UX Designer

Tribal World Wide – Guatemala

Led UI/UX initiatives for the Banco Industrial app, focusing on creating intuitive user flows and enhancing interface design. Collaborated closely with product managers and development teams working with native Android and iOS platforms, ensuring a seamless user experience across both environments. Utilized design thinking methodologies to drive improvements based on user feedback.

Key Responsibilities:

Developed user-centered designs that improved usability and user satisfaction.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design solutions with technical requirements for native app development.
Conducted user testing and research to inform design decisions and optimize app performance.

2021 Feb – 2023 Dec (Contractor)

Sr. Web Developer & Multimedia

Institución Universitaria de Envigado (IUE) – Colombia

Developed learning objects and multimedia materials, enhancing the interactivity of educational content. Collaborated with developers to create user-centric designs and ensure seamless integration of front-end technologies.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Tools: Figma, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator
Focus: Created engaging SCORM packages that facilitated a dynamic learning experience. Worked closely with instructional designers to integrate multimedia elements into courses, enhancing overall educational effectiveness.

Feb 2022 – May 2022

Sr. UI / Motion Graphics Producer

Simetrik – Colombia

Collaborated with the team in creating audiovisual components, including motion graphics, presentations, and illustrations. Provided support with graphic resources for the development of Simetrik Academy.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Tools: Figma, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator
Highlights: Produced training videos to facilitate onboarding and skill development for internal teams.

2020 Feb – 2022 Jan

Sr. UI/UX Designer

Evertec - Costa Rica

Spearheaded design initiatives for the payment gateway, focusing on user-friendly interfaces and collaboration with developers to build secure payment solutions. Engaged in user testing and feedback loops to refine UI/UX.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React
Tools: Figma, Adobe Illustrator
Highlights: Ensured the alignment of user needs with technical implementations for enhanced product functionality.

2018 Jul – 2019 Apr

Senior Web developer & multimedia

Stradata – Colombia

Managed the design and development of brand websites, focusing on creating intuitive user experiences. Worked closely with development teams to implement best practices in UI/UX design.

Sept 2019 – Dec 2021 (Consultant)

UI/UX Specialist

BNF - Colombia / Dubai

Oversaw the web project lifecycle for various corporate brands with operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and Medellín, Colombia. Managed the entire process from user profile research and analysis to development, programming, and multimedia production. Coordinated with a team of developers and designers to ensure project success and meet specific user needs.

August 2017 August 2019

UI UX Designer

BNF - Colombia / Dubai

Part of the web project development team for the different corporate brands with operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and in Medellín, Colombia; focused on web development and programming.

Jan 1015 July 2017

Senior web developer

BNF - Colombia / Dubai

Development of web projects designed based on corporate objectives but always focused on the usability of the end user.

 

July 2018 April 2019

Senior web developer & multimedia

Stradata

Managed all aspects of brand websites, from design and development to SEO positioning and motion graphics. Provided UI/UX consulting and utilized a range of technologies and software tools.

2014 Feb – 2018 Jul

Virtual Environments Programmer

Cesde – Colombia

Led the creation of educational videos (OVAs) and multimedia materials for the virtual learning platform. Spearheaded the implementation of gamification and interactive elements within courses. Proficient in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, SASS, jQuery, Bootstrap, and Moodle. Skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe After Effects.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Tools: Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Moodle
Highlight: Developed engaging educational videos (OVAs) and multimedia materials, integrating gamification elements to enhance course interactivity and engagement.

2012 Feb – 2013 Oct

Virtual Course Programmer for Learning

ITM – Colombia

Pioneer in virtual education in Colombia, I worked as a programmer for virtual educational courses (OVA) at the university, as well as creating multimedia modules for presentations and classroom resources.

Technologies: HTML, CSS, ActionScript 3
Tools: Adobe Flash, Illustrator, Photoshop, Moodle
Highlight: Pioneered virtual education initiatives by programming online courses (OVA) and creating interactive multimedia modules tailored to student needs.

Applied Programming Specialist - Institución Universitaria Digital (IUDigital)
Digital Graphic Designer - Universitaria Virtual Internacional
Multimedia Production Technology - SENA
Multimedia Developer - CESDE