About Me
Hello, I'm Miguel, currently based in Miami, Florida. Originally from Barranquilla, Colombia, I've lived across the United States, Argentina, and Colombia, which has deeply influenced my design perspective. My journey began with a passion for creating and selling YouTube logos, banners, and streaming overlay graphics. I ventured into motion design, crafting 2D and 3D intros using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D, honing my eye for detail and consistency from a young age.
As I progressed, I expanded into freelancing, focusing on business card and stationery design, and developing App Store assets. My formal design education started at the University of Palermo in Buenos Aires and continued at Universidad Autónoma del Caribe. I further enriched my skills through Coderhouse courses in UX Design, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator.
A pivotal moment came when I joined the Apple Developer Academy at the University of Naples Federico II, securing a scholarship through a rigorous selection process. This experience immersed me in UX/UI design and development, leading to the successful publication of three apps on the App Store. My journey continued with the Apple Pier Program, where I collaborated with a global cohort on real-world projects and had the privilege of meeting inspiring leaders such as Tim Cook, Lisa Jackson, and Paul Hudson. This journey has been a profound learning experience, shaping my approach to design and innovation.
Experience
JUN. 2023 - JUN. 2024
Pier Program - Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
Collaborated with a team of 6, including 3 designers and 3 developers, in an Agile environment to develop a macOS application for internal use (Apple Inc. NDA). Tasked with creating and maintaining design system components, conducting both moderated and unmoderated usability testing with over 100 participants, and iterating on the user interface. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure alignment and project success. Additionally, mentored teams of 6 students as an assistant at the Apple Foundation UNINA campus for two cohorts.
JUN. 2023 - JUN. 2024
Pier Program - Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
Collaborated with a team of 6, including 3 designers and 3 developers, in an Agile environment to develop a macOS application for internal use (Apple Inc. NDA). Tasked with creating and maintaining design system components, conducting both moderated and unmoderated usability testing with over 100 participants, and iterating on the user interface. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure alignment and project success. Additionally, mentored teams of 6 students as an assistant at the Apple Foundation UNINA campus for two cohorts.
JUN. 2023 - JUN. 2024
Pier Program - Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
Collaborated with a team of 6, including 3 designers and 3 developers, in an Agile environment to develop a macOS application for internal use (Apple Inc. NDA). Tasked with creating and maintaining design system components, conducting both moderated and unmoderated usability testing with over 100 participants, and iterating on the user interface. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure alignment and project success. Additionally, mentored teams of 6 students as an assistant at the Apple Foundation UNINA campus for two cohorts.
JUN. 2023 - JUN. 2024
Pier Program - Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
Collaborated with a team of 6, including 3 designers and 3 developers, in an Agile environment to develop a macOS application for internal use (Apple Inc. NDA). Tasked with creating and maintaining design system components, conducting both moderated and unmoderated usability testing with over 100 participants, and iterating on the user interface. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure alignment and project success. Additionally, mentored teams of 6 students as an assistant at the Apple Foundation UNINA campus for two cohorts.
NOV. 2020 - MAY. 2024
Product Designer
iTech Development Systems
Redesigned an award-winning business app, PDF Reader Pro for iPhone and iPad, which ranks among the top 50 paid apps in the App Store and serves thousands of users. My role encompassed complete product design, including developing new interaction flows, designing the user interface, creating and maintaining design system components, and producing App Store assets. Additionally, I analyzed data from current users and incorporated their feedback to add new features and address pain points. This effort was part of a major 2.0 update scheduled for release in the upcoming months.
NOV. 2020 - MAY. 2024
Product Designer
iTech Development Systems
Redesigned an award-winning business app, PDF Reader Pro for iPhone and iPad, which ranks among the top 50 paid apps in the App Store and serves thousands of users. My role encompassed complete product design, including developing new interaction flows, designing the user interface, creating and maintaining design system components, and producing App Store assets. Additionally, I analyzed data from current users and incorporated their feedback to add new features and address pain points. This effort was part of a major 2.0 update scheduled for release in the upcoming months.
NOV. 2020 - MAY. 2024
Product Designer
iTech Development Systems
Redesigned an award-winning business app, PDF Reader Pro for iPhone and iPad, which ranks among the top 50 paid apps in the App Store and serves thousands of users. My role encompassed complete product design, including developing new interaction flows, designing the user interface, creating and maintaining design system components, and producing App Store assets. Additionally, I analyzed data from current users and incorporated their feedback to add new features and address pain points. This effort was part of a major 2.0 update scheduled for release in the upcoming months.
NOV. 2020 - MAY. 2024
Product Designer
iTech Development Systems
Redesigned an award-winning business app, PDF Reader Pro for iPhone and iPad, which ranks among the top 50 paid apps in the App Store and serves thousands of users. My role encompassed complete product design, including developing new interaction flows, designing the user interface, creating and maintaining design system components, and producing App Store assets. Additionally, I analyzed data from current users and incorporated their feedback to add new features and address pain points. This effort was part of a major 2.0 update scheduled for release in the upcoming months.
Education
AUG. 2022 - JUN. 2023
Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
The program is structured to encompass key elements of UX design, including design thinking, UX research, wire-framing, UI prototyping, UX writing, SwiftUI, and ensuring quality of experience (QoE).
AUG. 2022 - JUN. 2023
Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
The program is structured to encompass key elements of UX design, including design thinking, UX research, wire-framing, UI prototyping, UX writing, SwiftUI, and ensuring quality of experience (QoE).
AUG. 2022 - JUN. 2023
Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
The program is structured to encompass key elements of UX design, including design thinking, UX research, wire-framing, UI prototyping, UX writing, SwiftUI, and ensuring quality of experience (QoE).
AUG. 2022 - JUN. 2023
Apple Developer Academy
University of Naples Federico II
The program is structured to encompass key elements of UX design, including design thinking, UX research, wire-framing, UI prototyping, UX writing, SwiftUI, and ensuring quality of experience (QoE).
JUL. 2019 - 4 SEM
Graphic Design - Bachelor Degree
Universidad Autónoma del Caribe
Is an intensive program of study in contemporary design strategies and theory. The curriculum includes design and typography courses with an emphasis on mobility, strategic branding and social media in a network economy.
JUL. 2019 - 4 SEM
Graphic Design - Bachelor Degree
Universidad Autónoma del Caribe
Is an intensive program of study in contemporary design strategies and theory. The curriculum includes design and typography courses with an emphasis on mobility, strategic branding and social media in a network economy.
JUL. 2019 - 4 SEM
Graphic Design - Bachelor Degree
Universidad Autónoma del Caribe
Is an intensive program of study in contemporary design strategies and theory. The curriculum includes design and typography courses with an emphasis on mobility, strategic branding and social media in a network economy.
JUL. 2019 - 4 SEM
Graphic Design - Bachelor Degree
Universidad Autónoma del Caribe
Is an intensive program of study in contemporary design strategies and theory. The curriculum includes design and typography courses with an emphasis on mobility, strategic branding and social media in a network economy.
JAN. 2018 - OCT. 2018
UX Design - Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Course
Coderhouse
Research, Lo-Fi Hi-Fi wireframes, Prototyping, UX writing, Usability testing. Tools used Figma, Sketch, Notion, Miro, Marvel. Certified as proficient in both adobe programs.
JAN. 2018 - OCT. 2018
UX Design - Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Course
Coderhouse
Research, Lo-Fi Hi-Fi wireframes, Prototyping, UX writing, Usability testing. Tools used Figma, Sketch, Notion, Miro, Marvel. Certified as proficient in both adobe programs.
JAN. 2018 - OCT. 2018
UX Design - Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Course
Coderhouse
Research, Lo-Fi Hi-Fi wireframes, Prototyping, UX writing, Usability testing. Tools used Figma, Sketch, Notion, Miro, Marvel. Certified as proficient in both adobe programs.
JAN. 2018 - OCT. 2018
UX Design - Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Course
Coderhouse
Research, Lo-Fi Hi-Fi wireframes, Prototyping, UX writing, Usability testing. Tools used Figma, Sketch, Notion, Miro, Marvel. Certified as proficient in both adobe programs.
Services
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UX Research
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UX Research
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Interface Design
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Interface Design
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User Testing
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User Testing
Stacks
Let's work together
I'm excited to connect with you! Whether you have ideas to share or simply want to discuss opportunities, feel free to reach out.
Let's work together
I'm excited to connect with you! Whether you have ideas to share or simply want to discuss opportunities, feel free to reach out.
Let's work together
I'm excited to connect with you! Whether you have ideas to share or simply want to discuss opportunities, feel free to reach out.
Let's work together
I'm excited to connect with you! Whether you have ideas to share or simply want to discuss opportunities, feel free to reach out.