From the creativity of Rio's favelas to Miami's arts scene and engaging remotely with New York's vibrant market, my design journey since 2008 merges diverse cultures with a tech foundation. Starting with tech education as a teen, I progressed to intuitive design, earning my first internship through a professor’s insight. I immersed myself in the agency realm for around seven years, embracing challenges across sectors and mastering prototyping, interaction design, visual design, and the intricacies of design systems. At Huge Inc., I led two successful pitches and contributed to other winning projects, solidifying my expertise in delivering compelling design solutions. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work with and be trained by some of the best designers in the industry, preparing the groundwork for my transition into the in-house product space. I joined Nubank, a Brazilian fintech, where I lived in São Paulo for over three years, spending one year on the foundation design team. At Nubank, which now has 100 million users, I collaborated with global, cross-functional teams to develop visions and strategies and ship products that impact millions daily. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working on transformative projects for renowned brands such as Coca-Cola, Discovery Channel, KitchenAid, and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles. These experiences have honed my ability to blend creativity with technical precision, resulting in designs that are both innovative and user-friendly. My work has been recognized with numerous awards and has contributed significantly to business growth and brand evolution. Over more than 14 years, my journey has spanned different industries and continents, always focusing on crafting impactful, systematic designs. My approach, blending cultural insights with skills in prototyping and interaction, supported by extensive experience in design systems, enables me to connect with diverse teams and audiences, transforming products and user experiences. My journey is more than design; it's a continuous transformation process, shaping visions into deeply resonant experiences. I look forward to further collaborations and pushing the boundaries of digital experiences together.
2022 — Now
New York, United States
2020 — 2022
New York, United States
2020 — 2020
2019 — 2019
São Paulo Area, Brazil
2018 — 2019
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
2016 — 2017
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2015 — 2016
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2014 — 2015
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2014 — 2014
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2013 — 2014
Rio de Janeiro Area, Brazil
2012 — 2013
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2011 — 2012
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2010 — 2011
Rio de Janeiro e Região, Brasil
Feel free to contact me at douglasmonteiro@placeholder.flows.cv