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About
Experienced designer and web developer with art direction, graphic design and brand management backgrounds. I create user-centered web projects that are both functional and aesthetically appealing.
As a freelancer, one of my main tasks is to coordinate design and development teams. My expertise is focused on several key areas, including SEO, web quality assurance, performance optimization and UX best practices.
Website: olivierguillard.dev
Projects
CV Dida is a custom type family commissioned by Cornelsen, developed in collaboration with typeface designer Botio Nikoltchev.
Production: Drehkraft
Artistic Direction: Olivier Guillard
Design: Olivier Guillard, Inbar Kranz
Motion Design: Inbar Kranz
Music: WESOUND
CV Dida font: Botio Nikoltchev
Work Experience
I provide comprehensive support to companies, agencies, and individuals for their web projects, guiding them from the ideation phase to the production stage. My services include audits, UX research, art direction, UX/UI design, and front-end development.
Selected Clients: Amazon, Zalando, Xolo, Cornelsen, Ecommerce Europe, Bauhaus-Universität Weimar, HIIG, AG Dok, Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF, Dance GmbH, Mercedes, CANY: Building Enclosure Consulting, Dan Pearlman ...
I am responsible for instructing graduate students specializing in Digital Art Direction on how to design user interfaces that are smooth, intuitive, and accessible. This involves teaching fundamental principles of UX/UI design, including user research, wireframe and prototype creation. I supervise students' design projects to help them develop skills in designing websites and mobile applications, and I evaluate their work to ensure that it meets industry standards and delivers a high-quality user experience.
Collaboration with other members of the teaching team is a crucial aspect of my role, as it helps ensure that students receive a consistent and top-notch education. To stay current with the latest trends in UX/UI design, I stay up-to-date with industry developments and adjust the curriculum accordingly.
LISAA School of Art & Design, also known as L'Institut Supérieur des Arts Appliqués, is a private French institution established in 1986 that provides education in applied art. The school has locations in Paris, Rennes, Nantes, Strasbourg, Bordeaux, Montpellier, and Toulouse, and is recognized by the French Ministry of Culture and Communication. LISAA offers degrees in graphic design, animation and video games, interior architecture and design, and fashion.
With almost 10m views per year, Float is the largest German-language digital magazine for water sports. As part of my job, I was responsible for assisting them from the initial planning phase of the project.
- Web project management.
- User interface design, using Adobe XD and Figma.
- User behaviour analysis to understand their needs and propose creative accurate solutions.
- Collaboration with other team members to plan and coordinate development tasks.
- Custom front-end features development.
- Use of analytical techniques to measure the effectiveness of SEO strategies and identify opportunities for ongoing optimization.
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
Skills: Collaborative Problem Solving · Time Management · Creative Thinking · Organisational Skills · Teamwork
Amal is a local news internet project in Arabic, Ukrainian, Farsi and German. As the person in charge for the redesign of their website in Berlin, I also helped launch and set up their activities in Hamburg in 2019 and more recently in Frankfurt in 2023.
- Project management.
- Wireframes and prototypes design, in collaboration with the graphic designers.
- Architecture supervision, development and maintenance of the websites.
- Client needs assessments and creative solutions proposals.
- Effectiveness of designs evaluation, using measurement tools.
- Multilingual functionality development.
- Needs and resources assessments for current and future projects.
- Security measures implementation against hacking attacks and vulnerabilities.
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
Drehkraft is a Berlin film production and full-service video agency for web. My primary responsibility was to support their team of illustrators, motion designers, and editors in developing multimedia experiences.
- Project management.
- Planning and writing technical documents for multimedia projects.
- Budget development and timelines and resources management to ensure timely delivery.
- Participating in creative pitch meetings.
- Managing communication with stakeholders throughout the project to ensure all requirements are understood and met.
- Creating content for projects, in collaboration with the editorial team.
- Art Direction.
- Development of graphic guidelines to ensure visual consistency of projects.
- Coordinating the launch of websites.
- Measuring the performance of the websites with analysis tools to ensure that the project objectives are met.
CRU is a branding agency that specializes in the financial, e-mobility, and communication technology sectors. My primary responsibility was to assist them in the execution of web projects, which involved:
- Developing Shopify e-commerce sites with customized script integration.
- Creating, setting up, and configuring bespoke WordPress sites.
- Managing databases and servers.
- Troubleshooting and resolving issues in existing web applications.
My responsibility entailed overseeing usability and design aspects of websites and mobile applications from inception to completion, including defining specifications, creating wireframes, developing visual design, implementing responsive web design, and overseeing development.
Bozboz is a website design agency located in Brighton that specializes in creating exceptional experiences for both brands and consumers.
As part of my job, I was responsible for:
- Designing website templates and advertising banners.
- Developing and integrating websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
I have curated and hosted various shows, some of which were held weekly. The shows included a mix of different genres, a jazz-themed music show, and an international music show. In addition, I have conducted on-air interviews and featured exclusive performances with touring artists. When required, I have substituted for other DJs and actively participated in fundraising events.
- Conception & animation,
- Radio reports & interviews
- Events & festivals reports,
- blogging & podcasting,
- sound design
for Field Trip Berlin
for Field Trip Berlin
for Field Trip Berlin
for DocT Zahnärzte
for Angela Axworthy
for atterwasch.net
for Angela Axworthy
Education
Web Design & Front-End Development
With specialisation in ethnomusicology.
Certifications
Credential ID MQW-V4-2020
Adequate proficiency in the principles of Web quality guidelines and the relevant terminology, with a high level of competence to serve as a reference and trainer on the subject of Web quality.
Proficiency in website development and design utilizing the Shopify platform.