Colin LeBlanc

Colin LeBlanc

Product Designer in Canada, He/Him

About

I'm a product designer who blends tech and design to make powerful things easy. Currently improving user journeys and design system @ Porter Airlines!

Work Experience

2023 — Now
Product Designer at Porter Airlines
Toronto

I drive UX initiatives that improve efficiency and accessibility across our platforms. Recently, I redesigned the 'Travel Alerts and Advisories' page, cutting task time by 30% and boosting user engagement. I work with UX researchers and accessibility teams to ensure our designs are data-driven and inclusive. I also am a key contributor to our new design system, improving our information architecture, variables, and usage for designers.

2022 — 2022
UI/UX Design Intern at Penfield.AI (AI Cybersecurity)
Toronto

I led the development of 'Design@ Penfield,' the company's first in-house design system, promoting visual consistency and improving usability across various platforms. Engaging with C-level executives, I facilitated workshops to redefine our brand identity, validating design directions through data-driven insights. I also conducted thorough user research and usability testing with end users, ensuring that our design solutions were both data-backed and user-centric, contributing to a smoother user journey across Penfield’s AI extension and dashboard.

2021 — 2021
UX Design Intern at CleanSlate UV (Device Sanitizers)
Toronto

I streamlined the UVC bulb purchasing process, reducing user time on task by 55%. I collaborated with diverse teams to design and implement mobile and desktop UIs for iOS and Android management applications. Additionally, I developed user personas, stakeholder maps, and journey maps, which clarified user needs and elevated the team’s approach to design challenges.

2020 — 2021
UX/UI Intern at Flourish
Moncton

As a UX/UI and Graphics Design Intern at Flourish Sales Corp, I developed e-commerce wireframes, prototypes, and mockups, ensuring a seamless handoff to developers. I designed customer-facing touchpoints such as window decals and logo stands, strengthening brand identity and enhancing user experience. Additionally, I produced and pitched a video presentation to the University of New Brunswick, securing competition funding for the company.

Education

Industrial Design (Hon.) at OCAD University

Certifications

2024
Memorable UI Design For Interactive Experiences from Awwwards
2021
Empathy in UX Design from LinkedIn Learning
2021
Digital Skills: User Experience from Accenture
2020
TCPS 2: CORE Certification from Government of Canada