Umar Nawaz
About Umar Nawaz
Umar Nawaz is a freelance web designer specializing in UI/UX, with nearly a decade of experience in the field. He has worked at CDL Limited since 2016 and previously held a short-term position at BPP in Manchester.
Work at CDL Limited
Umar Nawaz has been employed at CDL Limited as a Web Designer (UI/UX) since 2016. In this role, he focuses on creating user-friendly interfaces and enhancing user experiences for various web applications. His responsibilities include utilizing modern design techniques and methodologies to deliver effective solutions for clients.
Freelance Web Designer Experience
Since 2015, Umar Nawaz has been self-employed as a freelance web designer. Over the course of nine years, he has worked on diverse projects, applying his skills in UI/UX design to meet the specific needs of his clients. This freelance experience complements his work at CDL Limited, allowing him to explore various design challenges.
Education and Qualifications
Umar Nawaz studied at The University of Huddersfield, where he earned a BSc in Multimedia Studies from 2011 to 2014. Prior to this, he attended Tameside College, achieving a BTEC National Diploma in IT Software Development from 2009 to 2011. He also completed his secondary education at Stamford High School, obtaining 7 GCSEs from 2002 to 2008.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Umar Nawaz employs various methodologies, including SCRUM, Kanban, and AGILE, to manage and deliver projects effectively. He specializes in web design technologies such as jQuery, CSS3 (SASS/LESS), Bootstrap, and CSS Grid. Additionally, he utilizes Adobe Creative Suite tools, including Adobe XD, Illustrator, and Photoshop, along with Zeplin for building prototypes.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Umar Nawaz worked briefly at BPP in 2016 on an HTML data entry project for one month in Manchester, United Kingdom. He also gained experience as a Shop Assistant at Costcutter from 2013 to 2014 in Ashton-Under-Lyne, where he developed customer service skills.