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Project Goal: Design a streamlined web platform that helps freelancers manage multiple projects, communicate with clients, and coordinate scheduling all in one centralized system.

Project Type: Web UX / Product Design
Role: UX designer
Skills: Figma, Wireframing, Personas, UX Research, Prototyping

The Problem

Freelancers often juggle:

Multiple communication channels (email, text, Zoom, etc.)
Disconnected project tracking tools
Time zone confusion when traveling
Complex or cluttered interfaces

This fragmentation increases cognitive load and reduces productivity.

Research & Strategy

I developed 3 user personas to understand different freelance workflows and pain points.

Primary Persona: Maria
28-year-old freelance graphic designer based in San Francisco.

Core Needs

Manage multiple client projects simultaneously
Adjust scheduling based on travel and time zones
Attract and maintain new clients

Key Frustrations

Scattered communication channels
Time zone confusion
Overly complicated UI

Problem Statement
Maria needs a simplified way to manage multiple freelance projects and coordinate schedules so she can work efficiently while maintaining a flexible, travel-friendly lifestyle.

Design Process

Low-Fidelity Wireframes (6 Screens)
Focused on information architecture and feature prioritization:

Dashboard / Explore page
Project tracking view
Calendar management
Profile setup & onboarding

High-Fidelity Prototype (9 Screens)
Refined visual hierarchy, navigation flow, and usability:

Centralized dashboard
Integrated messaging
Location-aware calendar updates
Profile and project management tools

Prototype Walkthrough

A clickable Figma prototype demonstrates:

Onboarding flow
Project progress tracking
Calendar updates for travel/time zone adjustments
Client communication interface

Key Design Decisions

Centralized dashboard to reduce tool fragmentation
Simplified navigation to minimize cognitive load
Integrated calendar with editable location settings
Clean, minimal UI to support efficiency

What I’d Explore Next

Mobile optimization and responsive behavior
Differentiated experience for client-side users
API integrations (calendar sync, messaging, invoicing tools)