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Nina Markgraf

UX-Lead

Nina Markgraf
Hamburg, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 year

UX-Lead

Lichtblick

  • UX-Lead for developing an internal quotation and documentation system
  • Optimizing workflows for field service & installers
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Close coordination with developers & testing
  • Leadership & coaching
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 year

UX-Lead

Slash

  • UX-Lead for developing a new event management system
  • I develop digital platforms & B2B systems that turn complex business processes into intuitive, efficient & measurable UX experiences
  • Creating workflows for all system components
  • Developing a landing page for trade fairs & events
  • Structuring the project into work packages & defining the MVP
  • Optimizing workflows for event managers
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 year

UX-Designer

Syzygy

  • Creating a user journey map to identify pain points
  • Usability analysis & optimization of user flows
  • Defining MVP features & prioritizing in Jira
  • Demonstrable improvement in conversion
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
1 year

UX-Lead

Syzygy

  • Redesigning the credit card marketing page with a focus on new customers
  • Developing an offer strategy for different platforms
  • Information architecture & UX optimization of the offer presentation on website & app
  • Optimizing user flows and achieving a noticeable conversion increase
  • Prototyping & testing
  • Structuring & process optimization
  • Leading & coaching other UX designers
Jan 2023 - Dec 2023
1 year

UX-Designer

Syzygy

  • Target group analysis & customer journey mapping
  • Structuring complex systems
  • UX strategy for website & app including differentiation of both platforms
  • Identifying UX issues and defining UX criteria & requirements
  • Deriving strategic solutions
  • Developing templates & wireframes
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
1 year

UX-Designer

Silikon Pauli

  • UX strategy for a career counseling and guidance service
  • Development of an interactive user journey
  • Development of a clear recommendation system
  • Creation of new approaches to optimize digital products
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
1 year

UX-Lead

Silikon Pauli

  • UX lead for the redevelopment of an internal B2B system
  • Definition of workflows & optimization of the customer journey
  • Collaboration with PO & developers for technical implementation
  • Workflow optimization for field service teams & installers
  • Presentation and facilitation of workshops
  • Working on equal terms with teams & clients
  • Ability to explain complex topics clearly
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022
1 year

UX-Lead

Start-Up (Reiseplanung)

  • Concept development for group trips with a booking system
  • User research & prototyping
  • MVP development & feature prioritization
  • Functional UX prototype development that convinced investors, leading to a successful funding round and additional capital
  • Development of user-friendly and accessible UX solutions
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
1 year

UX-Designer

Möbel.de

  • Concept & UX design of a kitchen configurator
  • Focus on conversion optimization
  • Handoff to the design team
  • The developed UX concept for the kitchen configurator opened up a new business area and expanded Möbel.de's offerings
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020
1 year

UX-Designer

Sonamedic

  • UX analysis of the existing app & identification of weaknesses
  • Development of a new MVP approach with user stories & epics
  • Creation & handoff of Jira tickets for technical implementation
  • UX support during development & testing
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Leadership & coaching
  • The redesign led to an increase in downloads and subscription sign-ups, helping to keep the company afloat
Jan 2018 - Dec 2018
1 year

UX Designer

Audi Sport

  • Empathy maps & research for target group analysis
  • Development of a content strategy for Audi Sport
  • Design of a content structure for Audi Sport pages
  • Identifying UX issues and creating wireframes & handoff to the design team
  • Increased conversion by 1.3%
Aug 2012 - Present
13 years 8 months

Senior UX Designer

Freelancer

  • I develop UX strategies for digital platforms, apps & B2B systems that turn complex processes into intuitive experiences
  • My focus: information architecture, customer journeys & UX optimization

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Information Technology (13.5 years), Professional Services (2 years), Advertising (2 years), Utilities (1 year), Media and Entertainment (1 year), and Chemical (1 year).

Information Technology
Professional Services
Advertising
Utilities
Media and Entertainment
Chemical

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Product Development (13.5 years), Marketing (3 years), Information Technology (2 years), Project Management (1 year), Strategy (1 year), and Research and Development (1 year).

Product Development
Marketing
Information Technology
Project Management
Strategy
Research and Development

Summary

  • 12+ years of UX experience in B2B & B2C
  • from app concept to complex end-to-end platforms
  • Agencies: Jung von Matt, Accenture, MRM McCann, Syzygy, Blood, Silicon Pauli, Avantgarde, Slash, SinnerSchrader, Medienwerft etc.

UX is more than interface design – it starts with clear architecture & real user logic. I make sure complex systems work intuitively & business processes become measurably more efficient.

I develop digital platforms & B2B systems that turn complex business processes into intuitive, efficient & measurable UX experiences. My focus is on information architecture, customer journeys & UX strategy – for sustainable, user-centered solutions.

Skills

  • Ux Strategy & Concept

  • Prototyping & Testing

  • Structuring & Process Optimization

  • Information Architecture & Ux Optimization

  • Conversion Optimization

  • Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Leadership & Coaching

  • Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving

  • Quickly Grasping & Structuring Complex Systems

  • Identifying Ux Issues And Deriving Strategic Solutions

  • Communication & Stakeholder Management

  • Conveying Ux Strategies At Eye Level With Teams & Clients

  • Ability To Present Complex Topics Clearly

  • Workshop Facilitation & Moderation

  • Empathy & User-centered Approach

  • Solid Experience With User Research & Empathy Mapping

  • Developing User-friendly And Accessible Ux Solutions

  • Understanding Different User Groups & Their Needs

  • Creativity & Innovation

  • Developing Innovative Ux Solutions For Complex Challenges

  • Creating New Approaches To Optimize Digital Products

  • System & Platform Ux

  • End-to-end Concepts For Seamless User Experiences

  • Information Architecture & Navigation

  • Clear Structures For Complex Processes

  • Ux Optimization With & Without Data

  • Research, Testing & Heuristic Analysis For Pragmatic Solutions

  • Explaining Interconnected Systems Clearly

  • Ux For Interfaces, Real-time Data Flows & Process Automation

  • Design & Wireframing: Figma, Adobe Xd, Relume, Sketch

  • Management & Structuring Tools: Miro, Powerpoint, Jira/confluence, Notion

  • Ai For Idea Generation: Chatgpt, Gemini, Perplexity, Copilot, Claude

  • Ai For Image Generation & Creative Concepts: Midjourney, Ideogram, Runway (Image), Meta Ai

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced

Education

Oct 2010 - Jun 2012

HAW Hamburg

Master of Arts in Information Management · Information Management · Hamburg, Germany

Oct 2006 - Jun 2009

HAW Hamburg

Bachelor of Library & Information Management · Library and Information Management · Hamburg, Germany

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Nina based?

Nina is based in Hamburg, Germany.

What languages does Nina speak?

Nina speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Nina have?

Nina has at least 14 years of experience. During this time, Nina has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 2 months. Note that Nina may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Nina be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Nina would be well-suited for roles such as: UX-Lead, UX-Designer, UX Designer.

What is Nina's latest experience?

Nina's most recent position is UX-Lead at Lichtblick.

What companies has Nina worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Nina has worked for Lichtblick, Slash, Syzygy, Silikon Pauli, and Start-Up (Reiseplanung).

Which industries is Nina most experienced in?

Nina is most experienced in industries like Information Technology (IT), Advertising, and Professional Services. Nina also has some experience in Utility Services, Media, Entertainment and Publishing, and Chemical.

Which business areas is Nina most experienced in?

Nina is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Information Technology (IT). Nina also has some experience in Project Management, Strategy and Planning, and Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Nina worked in recently?

Nina has recently worked in industries like Information Technology (IT), Advertising, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Nina worked in recently?

Nina has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Marketing, and Information Technology (IT).

What is Nina's education?

Nina holds a Master in Information Management from HAW Hamburg and a Bachelor in Library and Information Management from HAW Hamburg.

What is the availability of Nina?

Nina is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Nina?

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