Andra Marcu
About Andra Marcu
Andra Marcu is a Junior Product Designer at CAST AI in Vilnius, Lithuania, with a background in architecture and a strong interest in integrating psychology and anthropology into design. She has experience in various roles, including UX/UI design mentorship and customer service, and describes her transition from architecture to UX/UI design as an exciting process.
Work at CAST AI
Andra Marcu has been employed at CAST AI as a Junior Product Designer since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the design and development of cloud-based solutions, focusing on enhancing user experience. Her position in Vilnius, Lithuania, allows her to apply her skills in a dynamic environment, collaborating with other design professionals.
Education and Expertise
Andra Marcu holds a Master of Architecture (MArch) from the Technical University of Cluj Napoca, where she studied from 2010 to 2016. Additionally, she studied at Windesheim for one year from 2014 to 2015. Her education provides a strong foundation for her current work in UX/UI design, where she integrates principles of architecture with user-centered design.
Background in Design and Technology
Andra transitioned from a career in architecture to UX/UI design, finding similarities between the two fields. She has participated in UX/UI bootcamps, including a three-month program at Love Circular in 2021. Her experience includes roles at Booking.com as a Customer Service Specialist and at HARD ROCK CAFE as a Bartender and Staff Trainer.
Current Involvement in Women in Tech Initiatives
Andra is actively involved in initiatives aimed at supporting women in technology. She serves as a UX/UI Design Mentee with WOMEN IN TECH - Global Movement and Women Go Tech, both since 2022. These roles allow her to further develop her design skills while contributing to a community focused on empowering women in the tech industry.
Design Philosophy and Interests
Andra Marcu emphasizes the importance of the human component in design. She has a strong interest in integrating psychology and anthropology into her design concepts. Her approach focuses on user observation and learning, which informs her design decisions and enhances user experience.