Rafaella Volkmann
About Rafaella Volkmann
Rafaella Volkmann is an Experience Designer based in Florianópolis, Brazil, currently working at ThoughtWorks. With a background in graphic design and extensive experience in various design roles, she contributes significantly to the tech and design community.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Rafaella Volkmann has been employed at ThoughtWorks as an Experience Designer since 2021. In this role, she focuses on creating user-centered designs and enhancing user experiences. Her work contributes to various projects within the company, leveraging her background in both design and development.
Experience as a Front-end Developer at reprograma
In addition to her design expertise, Rafaella works as a Front-end Developer at reprograma. This position showcases her versatility in both design and development, allowing her to apply her skills in creating functional and visually appealing web applications.
Previous Roles in Design
Rafaella has held several design positions prior to her current role. She worked as a Remote Visual Designer at InterNations from 2015 to 2018, a Product Designer at Cuidas from 2018 to 2020, and a UX Designer at Taller for a brief period in 2021. Additionally, she served as a UI/UX Designer at Next Generation Mobility GmbH & Co. KG from 2014 to 2015 and as a Graphic Designer at Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina in 2013.
Education and Expertise
Rafaella Volkmann earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, completing her studies from 2006 to 2012. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in design, and she has developed a keen interest in information visualization, which enhances her capabilities as an Experience Designer.
Background in Florianópolis and Munich
Rafaella is based in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil, where she actively contributes to the local tech and design community. She has also gained international experience, having worked in the Munich Area, Germany, during her tenure at InterNations and Next Generation Mobility GmbH & Co. KG.