I am a UX designer and technology enthusiast with over a decade of experience in understanding user behaviour for digital products and creating seamless interfaces.
My portfolio includes successful collaborations with global retail clients, government entities, and innovative-tech startups. I have a passion for video games, VR, 3D metal models, cats and K-dramas..
2016 to Present
Xische & Co.
Dubai, U.A.E.
At Xische & Co. I have successfully delivered digital prototypes, data dashboards, websites, and mobile applications for notable clients. I have effectively managed design teams and collaborated with product managers, stakeholders, and developers to ensure seamless execution.
UX Lead
• Abu Dhabi Digital Authority
• Abu Dhabi Investment Authority
• DEWA
▪ Dubai Municipality
▪ Ma’an
Key Accounts
• Smart Dubai
• The Executive Council Of Dubai
• The Executive Office Of Dubai
• UAE Ministry Of Cabinet Affairs
• UAE Prime Minister’s Office
2014 to 2016
Self Employed
Dubai, U.A.E.
In 2014, I launched my own freelance consultancy in Dubai. I worked with clients to design applications, websites, prototypes and engaging retail experiences. During this period, I also worked to raise funds through digital activations for a non-profit that empowers underprivileged children in Bangladesh,
UX Consultant
• Al Ghurair Group
• Jumeirah Group
• New York University in Abu Dhabi
Key Accounts
• Noodle House
• Sony Music Middle East
• U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi
2011 to 2014
Socialize Agency
Dubai, U.A.E.
During my time with them, I grew from being a creative designer, delivering wireframes, UI elements and developing assets for social media to leading design teams to deliver omni-channel digital experiences for online and offline activations.
Senior UX Designer
• Basking Robbins UAE
• Kraft ME
• Majid Al Futtaim Malls
Key Accounts
• Samsung ME
• Sephora ME
• Sony MENA
I graduated with a Bachelors in Media & Communications from Manipal University in Dubai, U.A.E. I also have a certification in Digital Behavioural Science from AlterSpark.
My design workflow involves several softwares including, but is not limited to, Figma, Sketch, Zeplin, Invision, Flinto and Adobe CC. I have high proficiency in UX strategy, planning, wireframes, design, prototyping and user testing.
I also have basic knowledge of HTML & CSS styling as well as sound and video production.
Softwares
• Figma
• Sketch
• Adobe XD
• Miro
• Zeplin
• Invision
• Adobe CC Suite
• Chat GPT
• MidJourney
Skills
• UX Strategy
• Wireframes
• User Interface Design
• Interactive Prototypes
• User Testing
• Project Management
Feel free to drop me an email on nilo.khatib@gmail.com or find me on LinkedIn.