Monica Murcia
About Monica Murcia
Monica Murcia is a User Experience Lead with extensive experience in UX design across various companies, including DefenseStorm and Ubisoft. She advocates for user-centered design and has a background in industrial design and web design.
Work at DefenseStorm
Monica Murcia currently holds the position of User Experience Lead at DefenseStorm, where she has been employed since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experience through design strategies that align with both user needs and business objectives. Her expertise in user-centered design contributes to the development of effective and engaging digital products.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Before joining DefenseStorm, Monica worked at several notable companies in the user experience field. She served as a Senior UX Designer at Ubisoft from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to various projects. Prior to that, she was the UX & Creative Manager at LANDR Audio from 2014 to 2015 and worked as a UX Designer at Floe design + technologies from 2015 to 2017. Her experience spans multiple roles that emphasize her commitment to user-centered design.
Education and Expertise
Monica studied Industrial and Product Design at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana from 1999 to 2002. She also attended Herzing College, where she completed a program in Web Design, achieving a Graphic Design for the Web AEC from 2006 to 2008. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in design, enabling her to effectively balance user needs with business goals.
Background in Design Management
Monica has a diverse background in design management, having worked as a Design Manager at MindGeek from 2012 to 2014. She also held positions at Manwin Canada, where she was a Mobile Senior Web Designer and later a Mobile Lead Designer. Her roles have involved overseeing design projects and ensuring that they meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
Creative Pursuits and Interests
In addition to her professional work, Monica has a passion for creative pursuits. She enjoys exploring new techniques in make-up and beauty, which complements her design skills. Furthermore, she creates handmade items such as clothes, costumes, and jewelry in her spare time, showcasing her artistic abilities beyond the digital realm.