Product Designer and Visual Developer.

Hey there! I'm Ekene Smart, a product designer and no-code developer with a passion for creating digital experiences that pack a punch.

My journey in the creative world started with handcrafted arts - from signposts and rubber stamps to screen printing.

But I didn't stop there. I dove headfirst into the digital realm, transitioning from graphic arts to graphic design, branding, and eventually, product design.

Curiosity is my superpower, keeping me learning and pushing boundaries with every project. Webflow is my secret weapon in the no-code universe - I've built this portfolio and tons of other sites with it, using the client-first framework.

These days, I'm also leveling up my coding skills and exploring AI prompt engineering.

When I'm not geeking out over design or code, you'll probably find me pumping iron at the gym. Yeah, I'm that guy - my friends call me a 'gym rat', but I wear that badge with pride!

There's something about pushing your physical limits that translates beautifully into creative work.

I'm also a total bookworm, a music junkie, and a food enthusiast. These aren't just hobbies - they're fuel for my creative fire, bringing fresh perspectives to every project I tackle.

So, whether you need a slick website, an awesome app design, or just want to geek out about design/development, I'm your guy. Ready to create something awesome together?

Let's chat!

Tools I use

Figma Design logo
Figma
Webflow logo
Webflow
Protopie logo image
Protopie
Adobe Illustrator logo
Illustrator
Notion logo
Notion
Clickup logo
Clickup
Continue reading
Work experience
April 2023 - December 2024
Product Designer
AFEX
Designed internal experiences that improved employee productivity and streamlined workflows. Led the design of the company's HR system and Revamped the Commodity Grading System; a product used internally for grading and enhancing the grading procedure for the company’s key selling products. Enhanced the company’s design system for consistent and efficient user interactions.
Design Systems
Team work and collaboration
Agile Systems
Oct — November 2024
UI/UX Designer (Contract)
Almond Pay nigeria
Worked on crafting seamless payment experiences that drive efficiency for businesses. Redesigned the Almond Pay website to enhance user experience and improve accessibility.
Building Design Systems
Designing Web Applications
Streamlining Payment Operations
Website Redesign
Sept — December 2024
Product Designer (Contract)
Askyourpdf
Designed SEO-related projects aimed at enhancing document accessibility and usability through user-centered design. Worked closely with cross-functional teams to create intuitive and impactful designs for improved document interaction.
Web Application Design
Document Interaction & Accessibility
April 2023 — June 2024
Principal Product Designer
PLENO GmbH (Techstars '24)
Led projects focused on reducing users' carbon footprints through user-centered design. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create impactful and sustainable designs.
Design Systems
User Experience Research
Web Application Design
Carbon Emission Space
July 2022 — January 2023
Product Designer (Intern)
Cloudeasy club
Contributed to designing a community-based platform tailored for frontend and backend developers. The project involved creating intuitive interfaces and user flows that fostered collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and engagement among developers, while ensuring a seamless and accessible user experience.
User Experience Research
Web Application Design
Education
January 2021 — June 2025
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
National Open University of Nigeria
This program's emphasis on clear and concise language aligns perfectly with the need to create intuitive user interfaces. Additionally, exploring the nuances of different languages provides valuable insights into user behavior across diverse markets. I believe these combined skills will make me a well-rounded product designer.
April 2024 — August 2024
JavaScript Bootcamp
Dev and Design
Through my journey in mastering JavaScript, I've built a strong foundation in HTML and CSS, which has enhanced my ability to create user-friendly and visually stunning interfaces. I successfully completed a JavaScript Bootcamp that strengthened my coding fundamentals and problem-solving capabilities. This comprehensive training has equipped me to deliver top-notch design solutions that are both practical and visually appealing.