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Timothy Ojo

Product Designer, Webflow Developer, Pharmacist

What gets you up every morning?

For me it's the joy of tackling complex design puzzles, refining my craft to perfection, playing a part in shaping product strategy, and joining hands with amazing colleagues from different backgrounds to make a positive difference in our world.

Empathy-Driven Designer

Driven by my heathcare background, I'm fascinated by the power of design to transform lives. I believe that empathy is the cornerstone of great design, and I'm committed to creating products that are accessible, inclusive, and cater to the diverse needs of every individual.

My design philosophy

My design philosophy revolves around crafting intuitive, efficient, and enjoyable designs that prioritize the needs of the end-user. I believe that true design excellence stems from a deep understanding of user perspectives and experiences. I immerse myself in user research to gain insights into their pain points, aspirations, and behaviors, ensuring that my designs align with their needs and expectations.

Design is a Form of Care

My passion for design is deeply rooted in my background as a pharmacist. I've witnessed firsthand the impact that design can have on people's lives, from the joy of using a well-designed product to the potential harm caused by poorly conceived designs. A near-death incident for a patient due to a wrongly designed label instilled in me a profound sense of responsibility as a designer. I believe that design is a form of care, and I'm committed to creating products that not only enhance user experiences but also ensure their safety and well-being.

Collaboration and Learning

I thrive in collaborative environments, where I can learn from diverse perspectives and expertise. I enjoy brainstorming with internal and external stakeholders to manage diverse interests, fostering a shared vision that leads to impactful design solutions. As a lifelong learner, I'm constantly seeking opportunities to expand my skillset and stay abreast of design trends. I believe that design is an evolving field, and continuous learning is essential for crafting truly innovative solutions.

The Evolution of My Design Career

April. 2023 - Present
User Experience Designer
Guusto
Lagos
Here I am leading Web Experience at Guusto. I am responsible for shaping the web platform user experience. My role involves designing and optimizing user interfaces to create an intuitive and user-friendly experience, all while implementing best practices in information architecture, usability, and accessibility.

I spearhead the ongoing optimization of the Guusto website, leveraging data insights and user feedback to refine and enhance the web experience. Notably, my efforts have yielded measurable successes, including a remarkable 30% increase in INP score and a significant 20% boost in organic traffic.
Mar. 2022 - May. 2023
Product Designer
Rhealize
Lagos
Leading the design of a web-based application for a job matching platform, leveraging Amplify AWS primitives to build a robust design system that harnesses candidates' Basic Interest Markers and other relevant parameters to establish precise matches. Throughout the process, designing wireframes, prototypes, and mock-ups, conducting usability testing, and gathering user feedback to continuously iterate and enhance the user experience while also ensuring the seamless integration of the design system and UI components, resulting in a highly efficient and user-friendly platform.
Feb. 2016 - Jan. 2019
Design Lead and Co-Founder
AlphaFox Media
Lagos
Developed marketing collateral (social media, flyers, brochures, direct mail, presentations whitepapers, manuals, RFP templates, tech sheets, trade show material, PPTs, etc.). for pharma multinationals.

Developed creative solutions including landing pages, social media content, email marketing newsletters, ad banners and other digital brand assets.

Prepared print-ready files for production and maintain an organized file repository of approved brand assets and production files on the company drive.

Additionally, I presented design concepts for stakeholder review meetings and participated in focus groups to create exceptional designs.
Sept. 2019 - Aug. 2021
Pharmacist
Nigerian Law School Medical Center
Lagos
Here i carried out both research and core pharmacist duties. I published a paper on the drug drug interaction between prednisolone and artesunate.

I also meticulously veted, reviewed and dispensed prescriptions and medication orders, ensuring accuracy, safety, and adherence to protocols. I provided crucial clinical consultation to patients and healthcare professionals, optimizing medication therapy, participating in rounds, and enhancing patient understanding and compliance.

My Stack

I'm based in Toronto, but I work globally.
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