Mariya Popel
About Mariya Popel
Mariya Popel is a UX/UI Designer currently employed at Bitmovin in Vienna, Austria, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and two Master's degrees in Media and Human-Centered Computing and Artificial Intelligence Systems.
Work at Bitmovin
Mariya Popel has been employed at Bitmovin as a UX/UI Designer since 2019. In this role, she contributes to enhancing user experience through her design expertise. She actively participates in discussions aimed at improving design processes within the company. Her work involves staying updated with the latest design trends across platforms such as mobile, web, and desktop, ensuring that her designs meet current industry standards.
Education and Expertise
Mariya Popel holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University. She furthered her education at Technische Universität Wien, where she earned a Master's degree in Media and Human-Centered Computing from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she completed a Master's degree in Artificial Intelligence Systems at Petro Mohyla Black Sea National University from 2015 to 2017. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in both technical and design disciplines.
Background in Usability Testing
Before joining Bitmovin, Mariya Popel worked as a Usability Tester at test IO for nine months in 2017 to 2018. This role allowed her to gain valuable insights into user behavior and usability challenges, which she applies in her current design work. Additionally, she has experience as a Trainee in the Marketing Department at TemplateMonster.com for four months in 2015, where she developed her understanding of marketing strategies in relation to design.
Freelance Experience
Mariya Popel worked as a Freelance UI/UX Designer and Product Designer from 2015 to 2019 in Vienna. During this period, she honed her skills in user interface and user experience design, collaborating with various clients to create tailored design solutions. This freelance experience allowed her to develop a diverse portfolio and adapt to different design challenges across multiple projects.