Benjamin Araica
OPen

Hi, I’m Ben. Product Designer living in NYC. I design thoughtful digital experiences that balance usability, aesthetics, and business goals. I've been in the Design Industry over a decade.

Some of the clients:

Instawork

VIRA

Steinmann Designs

Listing Hippo

Bomanite

Hard skills:

Figma

React

HTML

CSS

Webflow

Tailwind

Adobe Suite

Javascript

Illustrator

Soft skills:

Estimations

Time Management

Risk management

Teamwork

Critical Thinking

Problem-solving

Languages:

English – Native

Japanese – Advanced

Passion for Design: From Startups to Corporations, My Journey So Far.

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Visual Design and have been working in the design industry for over a decade. During this time, I have honed my skills in design principles, user experience, and front-end development. I'm proficient in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and Figma, and have a deep understanding of front-end development languages like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

My passion for design started when I was young, and I have pursued this passion by working with a variety of clients and projects over the years. I have worked with startups, small businesses, and large corporations, creating user interfaces for websites, software applications, and mobile apps.

As a UX/ UI Designer, my focus is on creating engaging and intuitive user interfaces that provide an exceptional user experience. I believe that design should be user-centric, and my approach to design reflects this belief. I work closely with my clients to understand their users' needs, conduct user research, and create wireframes and prototypes to ensure that the final design meets both user and business goals.

In my spare time, I enjoy exploring new design trends and technologies, attending design conferences and workshops, and sharing my knowledge with the design community. I'm always excited to collaborate on new projects and would love to hear from you. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or if you'd like to work together.

Education:

Interaction Design

Kobe Design University (2021)

Front End Development

Coderhouse (2020)

Visual Communication Design

UAM (2018)

Approach:

Wireframes

Wireframes are a crucial tool in the design process, providing a blueprint for the layout and functionality of a digital product. To create effective wireframes, it's important to understand the user's needs and goals, as well as the requirements and constraints of the project.

Digital Design

To create effective designs, it's important to understand the needs, goals, and behaviors of the target audience. This can be achieved through user research and testing, which can uncover insights about user preferences and pain points. Once this information is gathered, designers can create wireframes and prototypes to iterate and refine the design.

Art Direction

To develop an effective art direction, it's important to understand the brand's essence, its target audience, and the intended message. This can be achieved through research and analysis, which can uncover insights about the brand's history, values, and cultural context. Once this information is gathered, designers can create a visual strategy that defines the art direction, including elements such as color palettes, typography, imagery, and tone of voice.

Awards & Recognitions

Best Ads On TV — Featured Creative Work

2026

2024

AdForum — Featured Design Work

2024

Agency Spotter — Featured Agency Profile

2024

Upwork — Top Rated Creative Professional

2020

Behance — Featured Portfolio Projects

2019

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