CV
Maria Anna Milner
23 03 1991
Ängelholm, Sweden
0762508064
mariamilner@live.com
56.2571° N, 12.834° E
About Me
Passionate UX/UI & Graphic designer with a strong foundation in digital design. Recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Digital Design & Innovation at Halmstad University. I specialise in creating intuitive, user-centred experiences with an interest for AI development. Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, I bring a creative and problem-solving mindset to design challenges. Excited about the intersection of technology, design, and human behaviour, I aim to craft seamless digital experiences that enhance user engagement.
Academic Journey
I recently completed my Bachelor's degree in Digital Design & Innovation at Halmstad University. This program has provided me with a solid foundation in informatics, and I am excited about the knowledge and skills I've gained throughout my academic journey. I also took the course Project Management, which I enjoyed thoroughly.
Skills and Expertise
My skills extend to various aspects of design, with a particular focus on user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design. Proficient in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Figma, I bring a creative and detail-oriented approach to my work. I am passionate about creating visually appealing and intuitive user interfaces.
➩ UX/UI Design
Wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing
➩ Design Software
Procreate, Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, XD), Figma
➩ User Research
Interviews, surveys, and usability studies
➩ Prototyping & Interaction Design
High-fidelity and low-fidelity prototypes
➩ Front-End Awareness
Good knowledge of HTML, CSS - This website was made by Me!
➩ Project Management
Agile methods, collaboration, and communication
➩ AI in UX
Leveraging AI for user research, sentiment analysis, and predictive UX personalisation
➩ Multidisciplinary Approach
Combining design, technology, and psychology for user-centred solutions
Projects and Achievements
Throughout my academic career, I have had the opportunity to work on several diverse design projects. These projects have allowed me to apply my skills in real-world scenarios and have contributed to my growth as a designer.
🎨 Design Studios – UX/UI Innovation (Halmstad University)
Led and collaborated on four key design studio projects, applying user-centred design, research, and prototyping across different focus areas:
DS1: Web – Developed a responsive, user-friendly website prototype with an emphasis on accessibility and usability
DS2: Mobility – Designed an interactive app concept to enhance urban mobility and transport experiences
DS3: Smart Societies – Created a digital service prototype integrating smart city solutions to improve daily life
DS4: Sustainability – Designed an eco-friendly digital solution, focusing on user behaviour and sustainable choices
🎨 Several UX Case Studies
• Designed a mobile app prototype focused on improving user productivity
• Conducted user research, wireframing, and usability testing
• Developed high-fidelity prototypes using Figma
📱 Mobile Notification Behaviour Study
• Conducted an explorative study on smartphone notifications & user habits
• Analysed user tendencies and provided insights for digital wellbeing strategies
💡 Interactive Website Concept
• Created a responsive web prototype to enhance user engagement
• Applied human-centred design principles and improved navigation flow
Education
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2024 - 2025
- Halmstad University - Project Management 2021 - 2024
- Halmstad University - BSc in Digital Design & Innovation (Informatics Major)
- Komvux, Ängelholm - Gymnasiala kurser
- Komvux, Borås - Gymnasiala kurser
- Svenska Frisör Skolan, Göteborg - Pivot Point Frisör och Stylist Utbildning
- Chesterfield College, UK - National Diploma - Graphic Design
- Lady Manners school, UK - A level - Art, Ceramics & German
- Hope Valley College, UK - GCSEs
Merits
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Bachelor Degree
- Bachelor of Science with an Informatics Major in Digital Design & Innovation
- Published Thesis - Our Insidious Addiction
- Matematik 1, 2 & 3
- Svenska 1, 2 & 3
- Engelska 6
- Naturkunskap 1b & 2b
- Fysik 1
- Geografi
- Bild
- Samhällskunskap
- Psykologi
- Historia
- Sociologi
- Religion
- A*, A, B, B, B, C, C
- Graphic design
- Frisör & Stylist Utbildning
- HLR - Ängelholm Kommun
- Medicinskdelegering - Ängelholm Kommun
- Lyft och flytt - Ängelholm Kommun
Swedish GY
7 GCSEs
National Diploma - Pass with distinction
PivotPoint - G
Other
Languages
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Swedish. Basic level German.
Hobbies & Interests
🎨 Creative Arts – Drawing, painting, and DIY projects
🌍 Travel & Nature – Exploring new cultures and outdoor adventures, gardening
⚽ Sports & Activities – Football, tennis, skiing
🐶 Animal Lover – Especially my pet Shih Tzu!
🍽 Cooking & Baking – Experimenting with new recipes
Aspirations
Eager to contribute to impactful UX/UI projects, I look forward to collaborating with innovative teams and further developing my user research and design expertise. My goal is to create engaging, user-friendly experiences that blend aesthetics with functionality, improving digital interactions for users worldwide.