Gauthier Hien

Gauthier Hien

Freelance Product Designer in Paris, France

About

Designer with over 10 years of experience, focused on turning brands into distinctives digital interfaces.

Work Experience

2020 — Now
Product Designer at Freelance
Paris, France

I help brands forge meaningful customer connections through my role in design for services and eShops, ensuring a seamless user experience. I articulate design choices to stakeholders, create wireframes and prototypes using Figma and Principle, and conduct user testing. Additionally, I participate in Design Sprints to rapidly prototype and refine ideas.

2018 — 2020
Paris, France

I merged interface design with brand strategy to offer a unified consulting service. Leading projects, I enhanced client value through rapid prototyping and unique brand experiences. My responsibilities included design, creating wireframes and prototypes with Figma and Principle, and developing Design Systems. I conducted user testing and collaborated with teams using Agile and Design Sprint methodologies, impacting brands like Boucheron, Total, PMU, Airbus, and more.

2017 — 2018
Paris, France

I enhanced UX by developing unique brand experiences and collaborating closely with the brand strategy team. My key tasks included designing for apps and e-commerce, producing wireframes and prototypes using tools like Sketch and Principle, and leading user testing and workshops. Employing Agile and Design Sprint methodologies, my work significantly impacted brands such as Coopératives U, Quick, Louis Jadot, and more.

2015 — 2017
Product Designer at Freelance
South East Asia

I helped startups and digital agencies turn ideas into products, involving service creation and extensive travel across Asia. My work focused on UX/UI design and product design, creating wireframes and user flows with Sketch, responsive web layouts, and high-fidelity prototypes using Principle and After Effects. I also participated in design sprints, using agile methodologies to speed up product development and improve collaboration.

2013 — 2015
Paris, France

I supported the Figaro media group in enhancing its digital ecosystem and brand narrative. My role involved developing brands and digital services, focusing on UX/UI design for various platforms, creating wireframes, and producing responsive web layouts. I also designed logos, conducted motion design with After Effects, and evolved brand visual identities. Collaborating with the technical team, I used tools like Sketch, Photoshop, and After Effects, impacting brands such as Figaro Immobilier and Cadremploi.

2012 — 2013
Paris, France

I developed digital solutions for cinema professionals, facilitating the digitalization of their services. My role involved building and maintaining websites and mobile applications, and designing e-shops for Côté Ciné's clients. Responsibilities included technical implementation with HTML and CSS, JavaScript front-end development, and UX/UI design for e-commerce. I utilized tools like Coda IDE and Xcode, serving clients such as CGR Cinémas, Etoile Cinémas, and Le Grand REX.

Side Projects

Ongoing
In my spare time

I have fun redesigning services I like, and build my own ideas.

Education

2013 — 2015
Paris, France

Experience Design + Brand Strategy

2012 — 2013
Paris, France

Web Development

2009 — 2010
Paris, France

Drawing, 3D Modeling, Animation, Video Games

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