# Kevin Guisarde > Senior Product Designer | From Product Vision to Execution | EdTech, Social Apps, Marketplaces, AI Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/kevinguisarde Senior Product Designer | UX Strategist | Builder of Impactful Digital Experiences I’m a multidisciplinary product designer with 6+ years of experience creating intuitive, user-first experiences for web and mobile platforms. I’ve worked across a range of industries—from marketplaces and social platforms to e-learning and SaaS—bringing products from idea to launch, often as the sole designer on cross-functional teams. I’m passionate about solving real-world problems through thoughtful design. Whether it’s streamlining complex workflows, elevating the user journey, or translating stakeholder goals into elegant interfaces, I bring curiosity, empathy, and precision to every project. I thrive in fast-moving environments where I can wear multiple hats and see my work make a real impact. Core Skills: UX Design, UI Design, Product Design, Prototyping, User Research, Usability Testing, Interaction Design, Mobile Design, Visual Design, and Cross-functional Collaboration. Always open to meaningful collaborations and new opportunities to design what’s next. XPrize Finalist Rapid Re-Skilling Challenge - Team VITAL https://www.xprize.org/prizes/rapidreskilling ## Work Experience ### Senior Product Designer @ Connect Here Jan 2023 – Present | West Palm Beach, FL Early Stage Startup - Founding Designer Designed the Connect Here mobile app from the ground up, applying user-centered design principles to craft intuitive, location-based social networking experiences for iOS and Android. Collaborate cross-functionally with the founder and developers to define the product roadmap, prioritize features, and deliver a functional and visually engaging MVP through iterative design cycles. Conduct user research, journey mapping, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing to validate core flows and enhance onboarding, improving usability, engagement, and product-market fit. ### UX Designer @ Colaberry Inc Jan 2019 – Jan 2025 | Boston, MA Owned both product design and product management across two SaaS platforms: Refactored.ai (an AI-powered learning system) and Hire.Refactored (a contractor and client management platform). Led all aspects of the product lifecycle, from roadmap planning and user research to UI design and engineering handoff. Designed a video feedback system that helped users reduce interviews needed before receiving a job offer from 8–10 down to 2–3. Collaborated closely with developers to ensure pixel-perfect execution, conducted QA, and drove alignment between design, product goals, and engineering delivery. ### Perfect Binder Operator @ Superior Packaging and Finishing Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Braintree, Massachusetts, United States Kolbus & Mueller Martini Operator | Print Production Operated and maintained Kolbus perfect binders and trimmers as well as Mueller Martini perfect binding systems to produce high-quality books and printed materials. Set up all binding equipment for each job, including caliper settings, glue application systems, cover feeders, nipping stations, and three-knife trimmers. Reviewed job tickets and specifications to ensure accuracy, proper materials, and adherence to customer and production requirements. Monitored machine performance during runs, making real-time adjustments to maintain consistent quality and minimize downtime. Performed routine mechanical checks, lubrication, and cleaning to keep Kolbus and Mueller Martini equipment operating at optimal efficiency. Conducted quality inspections of finished products, verifying spine integrity, glue adhesion, trim accuracy, and overall craftsmanship. Collaborated with press operators, cutters, and finishing teams to coordinate workflow and meet demanding production deadlines. Followed safety protocols and maintained an organized, hazard-free work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards. Tracked production output, recorded material usage, and communicated machine issues or maintenance needs to supervisors. Assisted in training new operators on equipment setup, troubleshooting, and best practices for high-volume binding environments. ### Web Designer | UX Designer @ (Freelance) Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | New Bedford, Massachusetts, United States Provided web design and UX design services for small businesses and startups, delivering modern, user-friendly digital experiences tailored to client needs. Responsibilities: Designed and developed responsive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and WordPress. Created wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to visualize and iterate on design concepts. Conducted user research and usability testing to inform design decisions and improve user experience. Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to define project goals, scope, and deliverables. Applied UX principles to redesign existing websites, solving usability issues and enhancing overall performance. Ensured designs were optimized for accessibility, mobile responsiveness, and cross-browser compatibility. Delivered branding and visual design assets to strengthen client identity and online presence. ### Lead Perfect Binder Operator | Production Lead @ Quad/Graphics Jan 2014 – Jan 2018 | Taunton, MA USA ### Lead Trimmer Operator @ Quad/Graphics Jan 2005 – Jan 2014 | Taunton, MA ### Jacket Machine Operator @ Quad/Graphics Jan 2004 – Jan 2005 | Taunton, MA ### Finishing Technician @ Quad/Graphics Jan 2004 – Jan 2004 | Taunton, MA ## Education ### Bachelor of Science - BS in User Experience Design Western Governors University ### Associate of Science - AS in Computer Information Systems - Multimedia & Internet Bristol Community College ### Certificate in User Experience Design General Assembly ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kevinguisarde - Portfolio: https://www.kevinguisarde.com/ - Portfolio: https://www.kevinguisarde.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/kevinguisarde JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/kevinguisarde/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-16