Hello, I'm Surafel Debele, an aspiring designer with a strong foundation in Information Science and a passion for crafting digital experiences.
I’m drawn to UX design because it lets me combine data and creativity to build experiences that genuinely help people. My goal is to make technology feel intuitive, useful, and thoughtful.
Education : Bachelor's Degree in Information Science , University Of Maryland, Graduated 2023.
Personal Hobbies
Photography : Photography has taught me to pay close attention to detail and composition. That same eye for visuals carries over into my UX work. I often find myself applying what I’ve learned behind the lens to create cleaner and more engaging interfaces.
Video Editing : Working on video editing has taught me how important pacing, transitions, and visual storytelling are. These lessons influence how I design user journeys, helping me create digital experiences that feel smooth, intuitive, and purposeful.
Skills
User Research
Wireframing
Usability Testing
HTML/CSS Basics
Sketch
Adobe
Interaction Design
Prototyping
Photoshop
Design Philosophy: My design philosophy centers on empathy, simplicity, functionality, and sustainability. I strive to create user-centered solutions that serve a clear purpose while upholding ethical principles and embracing continuous improvement.
2. Designed flyers for local restaurants for advertising purposes.
Designed and published a school newspaper.
4. Started designing websites and logos for a local beauty salon
3. Designed clothes for up-and-coming brands.