I’m John.

I’m a UX Researcher & Product Designer, specialised in streamlining customer experiences and refining digital products. I build data-driven products & services, delivering measurable improvements.

Project Contributions

E-Learning Product Design &
Market Research

Led e-Learning company design team to optimize learning user experience, build brand-aligned design system, and conduct qualitative & quantitative research on market and user base.

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Laboratory Software
UX | UI Design

Designed laboratory software and conducted UX research for leading radiation protection company.

Built visual prototypes, modernizing UI Design and improving workflow efficiency.

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EdTech Product Design

Designed EdTech productivity application, training productivity improving workflow habits.

Conducted mixed research methods with target audience, driving UX design to achieve a top 4% usability score and positive user reception.

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Education Expert | EU Work

Conducted qualitative & quantitative research as part of my MSc to empower curiosity, motivation, and learning.

Analyzed findings, identifying performance predictors and leading causes of student de-motivation.

Disseminated results through EU-funded Education Projects, opening conversations on digital education opportunities.

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Testimonials

“Ioan’s designs are well-organised and accessible. He’s provided invaluable assistance on both the professional, artistic, and human fronts of our development efforts.”

- Ruxandra Sapoi, Radiation Protection Expert

RODOS Laboratories

“Ioan has helped us establish a digital presence, understand our customers and build a website for our business. He’s friendly, responsive to feedback, and willing to go above and beyond to achieve our goals.”

- Oleksandr Zaichenko, Operations Manager

Sea Cats Villas

“Ioan is passionate and involved, able to rapidly shape a vision and learn from mistakes. He’s eager to act, able to interpret challenges and assess solutions correctly.”

- Florin Spataru, Digital Marketing Manager

Orange

IxDF Member

Member of the Interaction Design Foundation, I’ve completed courses in AI Design, UI Design, User Experience, Visual Design, and Design Thinking.

Coached by seasoned industry veterans, I actively pursue deeper understanding of the research & design process.

Design Skills

Graphic Design

Trained as a Visual Designer for software UI & illustrations. I’ve designed various brand assets from calendars and invitation letters, to website design and mobile UI applications.

Education Design

I’m specialised in EdTech products and learning experience design. I’ve designed VR laboratory training software, covering standard safety protocols within modern laboratories.

Game Design

Deep-dived into game design practice and flow theory, researching the principles that generate immersive and effective user experiences.

Contact Details

https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncherestes/

johncherestes@gmail.com

Breda, Netherlands

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