Raquel Antonio
About Raquel Antonio
Raquel Antonio is a Senior UX Researcher with extensive experience in marketing and user experience design. She has taught UX courses and currently focuses on projects in Central America and Colombia for Cargill, while also working remotely at Avenue Code.
Work at Avenue Code
Raquel Antonio currently holds the position of Senior UX Researcher at Avenue Code, a role she has been in since 2023. Her work involves conducting user research and integrating findings into digital product development. She operates in a remote capacity from Brazil.
Education and Expertise
Raquel Antonio earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Accounting and Finance from FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas, studying from 2016 to 2017. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from USP - Universidade de São Paulo, which she completed from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in UX research and marketing.
Professional Background
Raquel has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles related to marketing and UX research. She worked at Alcoa in multiple marketing positions from 2011 to 2016. She transitioned to UX research roles, including positions at Solo Research Lab and Smart Fit, where she served as a Junior and Mid-Senior UX Researcher, respectively. Additionally, she held a business development manager role at Ingersoll Rand from 2019 to 2021.
Teaching and Workshops
Raquel has contributed to the education sector by teaching UX and research courses at Digital House. She also facilitates workshops with commercial teams, focusing on integrating user feedback into digital products. This involvement reflects her commitment to enhancing user experience through collaborative efforts.
Freelance Projects and Advocacy
In addition to her full-time roles, Raquel has worked as a freelancer on projects for major companies like Google and Meta, applying her UX research skills. She is also passionate about empowering women in the technology sector, demonstrating her commitment to diversity and inclusion within the industry.