Samira Soltani

I am a designer focused on AI-first approaches, creating intuitive interaction models for the next generation of products, enhanced by a combination of UX research and artificial intelligence.

Samira Soltani

I am a designer focused on AI-first approaches, creating intuitive interaction models for the next generation of products, enhanced by a combination of UX research and artificial intelligence.

Samira Soltani

I am a designer focused on AI-first approaches, creating intuitive interaction models for the next generation of products, enhanced by a combination of UX research and artificial intelligence.

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Designed and prototyped a responsive, mobile-first Art Auction app, empowering art buyers to efficiently manage clients and track real-time bidding and winning lots.

Uber -Improving Package Delivery Security

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This case study is an independent, educational design exercise based on personal experience and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Uber.

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Designing a system that introduces recipient account linking and a mandatory PIN to ensure delivery confirmation and enable direct follow-up support for package receivers.

AI Role-Playing for Usability Testing: A Budget-Conscious Exploration

To address budget constraints and explore innovative applications of AI in usability testing—moving beyond current uses like form creation or summary generation—I implemented an innovative AI role-playing method using Gemini.

Designed and prototyped a responsive, mobile-first Art Auction app, empowering art buyers to efficiently manage clients and track real-time bidding and winning lots.

Uber -Improving Package Delivery Security

Disclaimer

This case study is an independent, educational design exercise based on personal experience and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Uber.

Disclaimer

Designing a system that introduces recipient account linking and a mandatory PIN to ensure delivery confirmation and enable direct follow-up support for package receivers.

AI Role-Playing for Usability Testing: A Budget-Conscious Exploration

To address budget constraints and explore innovative applications of AI in usability testing—moving beyond current uses like form creation or summary generation—I implemented an innovative AI role-playing method using Gemini.

Designed and prototyped a responsive, mobile-first Art Auction app, empowering art buyers to efficiently manage clients and track real-time bidding and winning lots.

Uber -Improving Package Delivery Security

Disclaimer

This case study is an independent, educational design exercise based on personal experience and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Uber.

Disclaimer

Designing a system that introduces recipient account linking and a mandatory PIN to ensure delivery confirmation and enable direct follow-up support for package receivers.

AI Role-Playing for Usability Testing: A Budget-Conscious Exploration

To address budget constraints and explore innovative applications of AI in usability testing—moving beyond current uses like form creation or summary generation—I implemented an innovative AI role-playing method using Gemini.

Who I Am: The Strategic Designer

My foundation comes from digital marketing, where I specialized in helping small businesses grow by strategizing their target audience acquisition and optimizing their presence across social media, websites, and mobile apps.

This background has provided me with essential skills—I don't just design interfaces; I understand the business goals, user motivation, and conversion metrics that drive product success.

I am passionate about translating these real-world insights into ethical, AI-enhanced interfaces, ensuring that every interaction not only meets user needs but also delivers tangible organizational value.

I am eager to combine my strategic marketing perspective with my growing design craft in roles at mission-driven organizations.

Professional Development Certificate

Professional Development

Google UX Design Specialization

Google UX Design Specialization

Google

Google

The Ultimate Figma Masterclass

The Ultimate Figma Masterclass

Designership

Designership

UX Design for Virtual Reality

UX Design for Virtual Reality

Interaction Design Foundation

Interaction Design Foundation

Technical and Software Skills

Prototyping & Wireframing

Figma, Figma Make, Bolt, Base44, Cursor, Lovable, Relume, AI Elementor

Visual Design

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator), Canva, basic knowledge of typography and color theory

Information Architecture (IA)

Card Sorting, Tree Testing, Site Mapping

Quantitative Methods

Survey Design (Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey), A/B Testing Fundamentals, Data Analysis (basic Excel/Sheets)

AI Prototyping Tools

Experience with prompt engineering in generative AI tools: Bolt, Base44, Cursor, Figma Make, Figma Site, Elementor AI, Relume and Lovable

Design Systems

Creation, Maintenance, and Application of Component Libraries

Analysis & Synthesis

Affinity Mapping, Journey Mapping, Persona Creation, Heuristic Evaluation

Accessibility

WCAG Guidelines, inclusive design principles, auditing tools

Front-End Awareness

HTML, CSS, and component hand-off principles (for developer collaboration)

Qualitative Methods

User Interviews (User Testing, User Interviews), Contextual Inquiry, Moderated/Unmoderated Usability Testing

Reporting

Research Planning, Presentation of Findings, Stakeholder Communication

Soft Skills

System-Level Thinking

The ability to see beyond a single screen or feature to understand the entire product ecosystem and business impact.

Curiosity & Learning

A continuous drive to learn new technologies (like AI/XR) and methodologies.

Bias Towards Action

Prototyping quickly and iteratively to test assumptions and reduce risk.

Active Listening

Understanding user needs and synthesizing complex feedback from teammates.

Adaptability & Flexibility

Thriving in ambiguous environments and adjusting to shifting project requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Working effectively with Product Managers, Engineers, and Marketing teams.

Design Critique

Providing and receiving constructive feedback effectively.

User Advocacy

Championing the needs of the user throughout the product development lifecycle.

Stakeholder Management

Presenting design rationale, gathering feedback, and managing expectations.