Laura Garcés Gómez
About Laura Garcés Gómez
Laura Garcés Gómez is a Product Designer based in Barcelona, Catalonia, with a background in physics and extensive experience in graphic and UX/UI design. She has worked for various companies, including Accenture and Kantox, and focuses on creating user-centered products that minimize frustration.
Current Role at Kantox
Laura Garcés Gómez currently holds the position of Product Designer at Kantox, where she has been employed since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating products that prioritize user experience and aim to reduce frustration. Her background in both design and natural sciences informs her approach to product development, allowing her to integrate analytical thinking with creative solutions.
Previous Experience in Design
Before her current role at Kantox, Laura worked as a Junior Graphic Designer at Kantox from 2019 to 2021. She also served as a Junior Graphic Designer at Morillas Brand Design for 11 months in 2019. Additionally, she gained experience as a Design Trainee at AMOMA.com in 2017 and as a Graphic Design Intern at Macnificos from 2017 to 2018. These roles contributed to her development in graphic design and user experience.
Educational Background
Laura studied at Universitat de Barcelona, where she earned a Physics Degree from 2008 to 2014. She also pursued a Diploma in Design at Bau, Centro Universitario de Diseño from 2016 to 2019. In 2020, she completed a User Experience Nanodegree at Udacity. Additionally, she studied Drawing and Communication at Transmitting Science, achieving an Introduction to Naturalistic and Scientific Illustration in 2016.
Transition from Physics to Design
Laura transitioned from a background in physics to a career in design, showcasing a unique blend of analytical and creative skills. This transition highlights her ability to apply scientific principles to design processes, enhancing her approach to product development. Her strong foundation in natural sciences complements her design expertise.
Work Experience at Accenture
Laura worked at Accenture as an Application Development Analyst from 2016 to 2017 and as a Software Engineering Associate from 2014 to 2016. These positions provided her with valuable experience in application development and software engineering, further enriching her skill set in the tech and design fields.