About

I'm Mercedes Macias,
It's nice to meet you.

Get to know me

I’m a London-based Product and UX/UI Designer but my journey started in Guadalajara, Mexico. With a background in Visual Communication and Graphic Design, a BA in Design, and a MSc in User Experience Design, I’ve spent years building digital experiences that are both beautiful and functional.

I’ve worn many design hats—graphic designer, visual designer, design and innovation project manager, and lead visual designer—giving me a well-rounded ability to tackle creative challenges. I’ve worked with a variety of clients, budgets, industries and goals, always aiming to create meaningful, user-centred products and services.

My approach is a mix of strategy, precision and a touch of playfulness. I believe great design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about solving problems, telling stories and creating seamless experiences. Whether it’s crafting intuitive interfaces, refining brand identities, or leading design projects, I’m all about making things that people love to use.

When I’m not designing, you’ll probably find me seeking out underrated restaurants, travelling, cooking, playing squash or petting every cat I find on the street.

Experience

Product Design

Research and Data Analysis / User Personas / User Journey Mapping / Design Thinking / Service Blueprints / Workshops / Sprints / Product Strategy / Iterative Design

UX & UI

Information Architecture / Sketching and Storyboarding / Wireframing and Prototyping / UI Components and Style Guides / Design Systems / Usability Testing / Accessibility and Responsive Design

Visual Identity

Logo Design / Style Guidelines / Iconography / Brand Strategy / Social Media and Marketing Materials / Presentations and Pitch Deck Design / Creative Direction

Skills

Software

Figma / Sketch / Framer / Adobe XD + Illustrator + Photoshop + InDesign + Lightroom / Mural / Miro / Keynote / PowerPoint / Asana / Slack / Trello / Jira / Slack

Soft Skills

Agile and Fast-paced / Self-motivation and Initiative / Project Management / Innovation / Empathy / Flexibility / Collaboration / Problem-solving / Creative Thinking / Attention to Detail / Visionary