Rodrigo Fernando

My passion lies in crafting human-centred, intuitive, and accessible digital experiences.

I have honed my skills in solving complex problems through innovative design, mastering the art of seamlessly blending form and function.

From Discovery to Continuous Improvement

My iterative design process ensures a user-centred approach that aligns with business goals and delivers effective and innovative solutions.

Discovery

In the discovery phase, I apply different methods to uncover friction and have clear understanding of the problem space, such as user interviews, surveys, market analysis, and stakeholder workshops.

Whether I lead the research myself or collaborate with UX researchers, product managers, and stakeholders, I ensure insights are thorough, actionable, and aligned with both user needs and business goals.

In the discovery phase, I apply different methods to uncover friction and have clear understanding of the problem space, such as user interviews, surveys, market analysis, and stakeholder workshops.


Whether I lead the research myself or collaborate with UX researchers, product managers, and stakeholders, I ensure insights are thorough, actionable, and aligned with both user needs and business goals.

In the discovery phase, I apply different methods to uncover friction and have clear understanding of the problem space, such as user interviews, surveys, market analysis, and stakeholder workshops.


Whether I lead the research myself or collaborate with UX researchers, product managers, and stakeholders, I ensure insights are thorough, actionable, and aligned with both user needs and business goals.

Define

In the define phase, I synthesise research insights into UX artefacts that clearly frame the problem space and design direction.

Whether created independently or in collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and business analysts, this phase results in a well-defined problem statement and design brief that align user needs with business goals.

In the define phase, I synthesise research insights into UX artefacts that clearly frame the problem space and design direction.


Whether created independently or in collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and business analysts, this phase results in a well-defined problem statement and design brief that align user needs with business goals.

In the define phase, I synthesise research insights into UX artefacts that clearly frame the problem space and design direction.


Whether created independently or in collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and business analysts, this phase results in a well-defined problem statement and design brief that align user needs with business goals.

Prototype

In the prototyping phase, I explore and validate solutions through low- and high-fidelity prototypes to quickly visualise and test ideas.

Whether produced independently or in collaboration with UX and UI designers, these prototypes enable rapid experimentation and help bring the strongest concepts to life.

Prototype

Prototype

Prototype

In the prototyping phase, I explore and validate solutions through low- and high-fidelity prototypes to quickly visualise and test ideas.


Whether produced independently or in collaboration with UX and UI designers, these prototypes enable rapid experimentation and help bring the strongest concepts to life.

Testing

Testing

Testing

In the validation phase, prototypes are tested with real users through usability testing and feedback sessions to assess usability and overall effectiveness.


Whether I run these sessions independently or alongside UX researchers, the goal is to gather actionable insights and iterate on the design until it meets user expectations.

Testing

In the validation phase, prototypes are tested with real users through usability testing and feedback sessions to assess usability and overall effectiveness.

Whether I run these sessions independently or alongside UX researchers, the goal is to gather actionable insights and iterate on the design until it meets user expectations.

Launching

In the delivery phase, the design is finalised and launched following iterative refinement based on user feedback.

Working closely with development teams, I help ensure smooth implementation and deployment, resulting in a fully functional product ready for market.

In the delivery phase, the design is finalised and launched following iterative refinement based on user feedback.


Working closely with development teams, I help ensure smooth implementation and deployment, resulting in a fully functional product ready for market.

In the delivery phase, the design is finalised and launched following iterative refinement based on user feedback.


Working closely with development teams, I help ensure smooth implementation and deployment, resulting in a fully functional product ready for market.

Evaluate

In the optimisation phase, product performance is evaluated post-launch through analytics and ongoing usability studies.

Whether conducted by UX researchers, data analysts, or in collaboration with me, these insights help identify opportunities for improvement and ensure the product continues to meet user and business needs.

In the optimisation phase, product performance is evaluated post-launch through analytics and ongoing usability studies.


Whether conducted by UX researchers, data analysts, or in collaboration with me, these insights help identify opportunities for improvement and ensure the product continues to meet user and business needs.

In the optimisation phase, product performance is evaluated post-launch through analytics and ongoing usability studies.


Whether conducted by UX researchers, data analysts, or in collaboration with me, these insights help identify opportunities for improvement and ensure the product continues to meet user and business needs.

Evolve

Based on the evaluation, the design is iterated to address any issues and adapt to changing user needs or market conditions.


This continuous improvement cycle keeps the product relevant and user-centric. Collaborate to evolve the product, ensuring it continues to meet user needs and business objectives.

Recommendations

“Dedicated and detail-oriented designer with a strong growth mindset, always striving to improve and enhance user experiences.”

Ivana D.

Senior Product Designer at Deloitte UK

“Highly creative, hard-working designer with strong project management and communication skills. He excels at meeting deadlines, presenting ideas, and solving design challenges.”

Katherine M.

Marketing Manager at South Bank Colleges

“Proactive and insightful designer who quickly delivers quality work. At Helsa, his clickable prototype played a key role in securing VC-backed accelerator funding.”

Rob C.

Entrepreneur & Fintech Leader

Let's talk

drigofernando@gmail.com

© Rodrigo Fernando 2025

© Rodrigo Fernando 2025

© Rodrigo Fernando 2025

Rodrigo Fernando

Rodrigo Fernando

Rodrigo Fernando