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Experience

Explore my experience timeline


- A curated journey through the key milestones that have shaped my professional path. From pivotal projects and leadership roles to team achievements and personal growth, each step reflects my evolving impact, values, and expertise.

September 1, 2018

Digital Product Designer

Milestone

Worked as a Digital Product Designer for enterprise retail clients at Overdose Digital.

Led UX and UI design for enterprise retail clients at Overdose Digital Overdose is a global, ecommerce-led consultancy delivering end-to-end digital commerce solutions. In this role, I led UX and UI design for national and international retail brands across B2C and B2B markets. My work focuses on scalable design systems, optimised user journeys, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performing ecommerce experiences. I’ve also contributed to not-for-profit and culturally focused projects.

July 1, 2018

UX Designer

Growth

General Assembly · UX Designer (Immersive Program)

Completed a 10-week, full-time immersive in UX Design at General Assembly, with a focus on human-centred design and hands-on application. Covered the full UX process: user research, affinity mapping, ideation, personas, journey mapping, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and presentations. Delivered end-to-end UX case studies, including redesigns for a HOYTS kiosk platform, IKEA website, PTV mobile app, and a digital platform for campers.

November 1, 2016

UI Developer

Growth

UI Development for Drupal sites at Realityloop

At Realityloop, I worked across Drupal-based projects as a UI Developer, translating interface designs into responsive, accessible websites using Twig, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Applied Atomic Design principles for scalable code and contributed to public-facing sites like Victoria University and the City of Boroondara. Collaborated with Agile teams and stakeholders to implement consistent design systems. Tools used included Sketch, Zeplin, GitHub, and I ensured mobile-first execution across all screens.

March 1, 2013

Digital Designer / Web Designer

Milestone

End-to-end digital solutions at Digital Storytelling Collective

At DST Collective, I held a multidisciplinary role in web design, branding, animation, and video production. I designed, built, and maintained Drupal websites, managed content updates, improved performance, and implemented SEO best practices.

Created email templates in ZOHO, visual assets, brand campaigns, and 2D/3D animation for education and promotional content. Also led full-cycle video production. Notable clients: Sushi Sushi, Redgum Software, Testgrid, Brave Energy, Lucidity Software, ABB Australia, and more.

May 1, 2010

Digital Designer / Web Designer

Growth

Design, code, and motion for industrial brands — Industry Marke / Headland Machinery

At Industry Marke, I delivered digital and visual media solutions for industrial clients. Designed and developed websites from wireframe to front end in Drupal, maintained and updated client sites, and ensured usability and performance.

Implemented SEO best practices, email marketing via Mailchimp and Campaign Monitor, and created assets for print and digital. Produced corporate videos and 2D/3D animations for marketing and product communications.

Clients included: Headland Machinery, KUKA Robots, Gpgraders, Lock & Dock, Gilkon, Lectrum Lecterns, Bob White Electrix, Bob Growbetter, Mercury Marine.

January 1, 2008

Web Designer / Freelance

Foundation

Designing web experiences for tourism clients with EMZAC

At EMZAC in Bogotá, Colombia, I worked on website design and production for tourism businesses. Managed client communication, designed layouts, and delivered final design assets to developers. Each site was tailored for clarity, appeal, and strong user experience.

December 1, 2007

Muvii & Terra · Junior Web Designer

Foundation

Early Experience in Web Design and Digital Media

Early experience in web and digital media My career began at Muvii and Terra, where I contributed to early-stage web projects. Built foundational skills in HTML, CSS, and user-centred design while assisting with layouts, visual assets, and content integration. This work introduced me to the pace and creativity of digital design, laying the groundwork for my future in UX/UI and front-end development.

Luis Saavedra - Digital Product Designer

Luis Saavedra - Digital Product Designer

I’m a Digital Product Designer based in Melbourne, with a focus on crafting functional, intuitive experiences across web and mobile platforms. I bring ideas to life through user-centered design, blending UX, UI, and front-end to create digital products that are both usable and scalable. I’m passionate about design systems, accessibility, and solving real-world problems through thoughtful design.

Experience Design
User Interface Design
Product Design

Web Design
Accessibility
Visual Strategy