Hi, I'm Vladimir Serjanin
I know it's long, just call me "Vlad" 😄
Who am I?
Experienced multi-disciplinary designer with over 8 years of combined experience in product design, user research, team leadership, marketing, visual design, strategic planning, and user experience. Known for a strong work ethic, go-getter attitude, adaptability, attention to detail, and curiosity-driven problem-solving skills. Passionate about creating inspiring and balanced experiences and products, I thrive in team environments and enjoy tackling challenges while valuing consistency, clarity, and cohesiveness in my work.
Outside of design, I am a vocalist and songwriter, improvising lyrics for melodies that come to mind. Holding a guitar and singing my own lyrics is a deeply soulful experience that I cherish. Additionally, I enjoy powerlifting as a way to push my boundaries and experimenting with ingredients to create various dishes. Gaming is another pastime I enjoy, particularly games that offer choices and individuality or those that stimulate strategic thinking.
Product Designer
Growth team, Pecan AI
During my time in Pecan AI, I worked on core editor platform interaction tools projects. Now I focus on user’s first sessions and growth.
Multi-Disciplinary
UX, Marketing and Product
I have a background in Product and Marketing design, typography, image making, and information architecture.
I’m also a fan of spatial design.
Writer
Bootcamp, Medium
I write case study articles and share my research and product experience with the design and user experience community.
Mentor
Private and ADPList
Another essential aspect of my work involves mentoring junior designers, supporting their growth and development.
My passion
I have a strong passion for establishing clear goals and direction based on relevant data and research. When the data highlights areas where the user experience falls short, I am genuinely enthusiastic about finding solutions to ensure users can easily reach their desired destinations and find the information they seek.
My drive as a designer lies in creating experiences and products that effectively address problems while maintaining a harmonious balance between a business-centric approach and a user-centered perspective.
Tech enthusiast
I'm a fan of technology and super interested in AI, machine learning, virtual reality, haptics, robotics, NeRF, and photogrammetry. Exploring these cutting-edge fields fuels my passion.
Manga fan
I've been a long time fan of Asian webcomics and novels. They help me relax after my busy and intense workdays, and they never fail to inspire me to discover new things and grow as a person.
Misha’s father (She/her/hers)
For the past 2 years, I’ve been a proud father of my little cat princess that I’ve saved from a highway. Each day is now filled with the joy of caring for her, from feeding to playful bites and scratches.
Songwriter
One of my other hobbies is vocals and songwriting. I like improvising lyrics for different melodies, recording them and eventually crafting them into complete songs.
My interests
• Cognitive Psychology
• AI Use-cases
• Behaviour design
• Machine Learning
• LMM
• VR/AR/MR/XR
• Haptics
• Robotics
• NeRF And Photogrammetry• Video games
Education
2023
Design in VR & AR
Interaction Design Foundation
Completed a specialized UX design course focusing on XR products, specifically in VR/AR. This intensive program equipped me with innovative strategies to enhance user experiences within immersive digital environments, emphasizing interactive design, spatial considerations, and immersive storytelling.
2022
Accessible Design
Memorisely
Participated in an Accessibility Design Bootcamp, gaining expertise in implementing diverse accessibility solutions to effectively communicate ideas and information. Acquired comprehensive knowledge on inclusive design practices, ensuring digital content and products are accessible to all users, regardless of disabilities, thus promoting an inclusive user experience.
2020
UXV Certification Program
John Bryce
Participated in the Signature UX bootcamp by Tal Florentin, where I acquired specialized skills in employing diverse ideation and articulation techniques. This immersive experience equipped me with the expertise to craft highly intuitive and user-friendly products, enhancing my proficiency in the field of user experience design.
2019
SEO SMM
Open University
Completed a general course focused on website content and social media optimization, where I gained in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in utilizing Google Analytics and other analytics products. This training equipped me with the skills to analyze digital content performance, enhance user engagement, and make data-driven decisions to optimize online platforms effectively.
2014
Visual Communications
Holon Institute of Technology
I pursued a degree in Visual Communications from a prestigious program, specializing in UX/UI design. During my studies, I proactively engaged in exploring innovative user experience solutions, actively contributing to projects by devising strategies that effectively communicated the functionality of various digital projects, showcasing my passion for enhancing user interactions.
2013
Graphic Design
6B Studio
The general design course provided a comprehensive overview of various design disciplines, encompassing principles, techniques, and methodologies. Through this education, I gained a broad understanding of design concepts, allowing me to approach projects with a well-rounded perspective and implement innovative solutions across diverse design challenges.