Tolu Araba
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Opeyemi Araba
Tolu Araba is a talented professional who possesses a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles. He has an innate ability to empathize with users and translate their needs and desires into innovative and intuitive product experiences. Their keen attention to detail and meticulous approach to design ensure that every aspect of the product, from its visual aesthetics to its functionality, is meticulously crafted to delight and engage users.
'Nifemi Oluboyede, CDFP
Tolu has evolved over the years and so has the quality of his designs as they have morphed from just being aesthetically appealing to being very well thought out and user-centric.
Opeyemi Araba
Tolu Araba is a talented professional who possesses a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles. He has an innate ability to empathize with users and translate their needs and desires into innovative and intuitive product experiences. Their keen attention to detail and meticulous approach to design ensure that every aspect of the product, from its visual aesthetics to its functionality, is meticulously crafted to delight and engage users.
'Nifemi Oluboyede, CDFP
Tolu has evolved over the years and so has the quality of his designs as they have morphed from just being aesthetically appealing to being very well thought out and user-centric.
Opeyemi Araba
Tolu Araba is a talented professional who possesses a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles. He has an innate ability to empathize with users and translate their needs and desires into innovative and intuitive product experiences. Their keen attention to detail and meticulous approach to design ensure that every aspect of the product, from its visual aesthetics to its functionality, is meticulously crafted to delight and engage users.
'Nifemi Oluboyede, CDFP
Tolu has evolved over the years and so has the quality of his designs as they have morphed from just being aesthetically appealing to being very well thought out and user-centric.
Opeyemi Araba
Tolu Araba is a talented professional who possesses a rare combination of creativity, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of user-centered design principles. He has an innate ability to empathize with users and translate their needs and desires into innovative and intuitive product experiences. Their keen attention to detail and meticulous approach to design ensure that every aspect of the product, from its visual aesthetics to its functionality, is meticulously crafted to delight and engage users.
'Nifemi Oluboyede, CDFP
Tolu has evolved over the years and so has the quality of his designs as they have morphed from just being aesthetically appealing to being very well thought out and user-centric.
Credentials
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Product Masterclass: How to Build Digital Products
Product SchoolDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Digital Marketing Fundamentals
VMEdu Inc.Nov, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Negotiation Associate
VMEdu Inc.Mar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Google Analytics for Beginners
GoogleOct, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Scrum Fundamentals Certified
VMEdu Inc.Mar, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management Professional Training
SimplilearnOct, 2018- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Pilgrim Consulting Group
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Designer/ Manager
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Apr 2023 - Present
# Meet with clients to discuss project deliverables and advise them on best approach of project execution and success. # Set design requirements based on briefs from internal teams and external partners # Produce prototypes and test functionality # Improve designs based on clients feedback # Manage projects deliverables and task # Ensure successful completion of projects # Meet with clients to discuss project deliverables and advise them on best approach of project execution and success. # Set design requirements based on briefs from internal teams and external partners # Produce prototypes and test functionality # Improve designs based on clients feedback # Manage projects deliverables and task # Ensure successful completion of projects
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SpringRock Group
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Nigeria
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Oil and Gas
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Product Designer
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Feb 2022 - Present
I currently lead the product design team of 4 members and several interns. # Led the design direction for E-commerce platform bitMarte. # Designing Human resource enterprise platform. I currently lead the product design team of 4 members and several interns. # Led the design direction for E-commerce platform bitMarte. # Designing Human resource enterprise platform.
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Tribase Solutions
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Lagos, Nigeria
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Application Development Consultant
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May 2018 - Present
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TCH Studio (The Creative Hub)
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Nigeria
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Design Services
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Product Designer/ Manager
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Jun 2015 - Present
Worked with clients in different sectors. I designed, developed and managed various projects from strategy to final handover. I recruited talents where necessary and also managed tasks. # Designed and managed implementation of a real estate investment platform. (synollo.com) # Designed and developed various landing pages and websites based on clients brief. (sthenicfinance.com) (sakalgb.com) (salondeparfumng.com) (seindesignature.com) (mixtavest.mixtafrica.com) # Designed brand logos, interfaces and experiences for clients. Show less
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Hollaport Technologies Ltd
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Nigeria
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Product Manager
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Jun 2020 - Jun 2022
# Manage development process of all products# Manage engineering & design team and tasks# Manage the product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.# Liaise with other departments to ensure product/project completion# Organise meetings with stakeholders# Work closely with CTO to strategise on product development implementation# Work with vendors to ensure product/project completion within stipulated timeframe# Develop PRD, OKR and other related documents for stakeholders Show less
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Lead Product Designer
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Jan 2020 - Jun 2022
Re-designed the chat and payment interface and userflow for seamless usage. Developed interface for the beta-testing agent banking application. Developing interface for a stock trading mobile application specific for the Nigerian market while liaising with the NSE amongst other vendors. Keep improving on interfaces to meet design standards while making sure user-centricity is top-of-mind. # Provide design direction for all products (from strategy to final implementation)# Validate designs via interviews and testing.# Review my team’s performance, manage work-load and resource# Critique and review designs in a supportive and constructive way# Maintain a safe and collaborative environment for my team# Liaise with engineering team# Review product based on gathered feedbacks Show less
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iDEY.me
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United Kingdom
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Online Audio and Video Media
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1 - 100 Employee
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Designer
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May 2013 - Apr 2016
An online platform showcasing West Africa's urban lifestyle. The platform featured media-rich articles on a variety of subjects including music, fashion, politics & inspiration. Co-founded the company. # Developed & deployed a responsive and feature-rich website. # Constantly ensuring website contents are updated # Executed strategic repositioning and attracted over 428,618 monthly page-views to the website. # Support with the execution of the production of three (3) original web-series, which attracted over 63,834 YouTube views in 3 months. # Design of website sliders and other promotional materials # Supervised the development and deployment of a cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS, Android & Blackberry). Show less
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Householdmax Online
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Ikoyi, Lagos
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Design Lead
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Jan 2015 - Aug 2015
I worked on re-designing the e-commerce website to better improve user experience and time-spent on the website, also worked on design and strategy for email newsletter campaign. Both tasks increased sales by 50% and increased positive feedback from customers. https://guardian.ng/technology/householdmax-launches-new-online-platform/ I worked on re-designing the e-commerce website to better improve user experience and time-spent on the website, also worked on design and strategy for email newsletter campaign. Both tasks increased sales by 50% and increased positive feedback from customers. https://guardian.ng/technology/householdmax-launches-new-online-platform/
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Adplex Limited
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VI, Lagos
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Designer
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Aug 2013 - Dec 2014
I worked in a small and effective team to idealise, design and develop clients projects. We mainly worked on website development and re-development, graphic design + deisgn for print and social media content strategy and management. I worked in a small and effective team to idealise, design and develop clients projects. We mainly worked on website development and re-development, graphic design + deisgn for print and social media content strategy and management.
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Education
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The Fletcher School at Tufts University
Certificate in Digital Money (CIDM) -
Caleb University Lagos
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Building Construction Technology