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I’m Polina

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About

I’m a freelance product designer and educator. Currently based in the beautiful city Puerta Vallarta on the Pacific coast of Mexico. However, I was born on the opposite side of the globe - in snowy Siberia, Russia. Affected by changing political climate, I’ve left my homeplace and has been a digital nomad since. I lived in Thailand and Georgia, before arriving to Mexico.

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Professionally

As a freelance product designer, I create tailored solutions for my clients, primarily entrepreneurs and small businesses. Whether designing a new experience, redesigning an existing one, or creating strong visuals to convey clients' ideas to their audience, my process begins with understanding my clients’ needs and their users. Only then do I build bridges and pave roads to serve the needs of people.

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What differentiates me as a designer

I stand out among many others by being a skilled researcher, thanks to my Master’s in Psychology, which allows me to understand how people think and learn. This helps me better understand users and their needs. I constantly work on improving my visual design skills and stay updated with the latest industry trends and tools.

SWHY ME
Super adaptable
My adaptability and flexibility are the result of living and working in four different countries, cultures, and languages. I know from my experience that the world is big, people have different habits and traditions and the key to success is adaptability and acceptance.
Aiming high, working hard
I actively invest in my professional development, seeking out workshops, courses, and new technologies to enhance my design skills and deliver competitive solutions.
Asking questions
I actively engage with people to ask questions and gain clarity, ensuring I fully understand the scope and requirements of each project. When faced with unfamiliar challenges, I am quick to learn and adapt, rapidly acquiring the necessary knowledge and skills to deliver effective solutions.
Seeking feedback
I proactively seek feedback and never hesitate to ask for input on my work. I regularly engage in retrospective conversations with stakeholders and eagerly welcome advice to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with project goals.

When I’m not busy working

...I'm busy taking care of my family and kids. However, I try to do it in a fun and engaging way, like exploring our surroundings, spending time on a beach, and hiking in nature. We also enjoy playing board games and watching Netflix together.

I love cooking and am a huge foodie. Food is another language for me, and I love to communicate and express myself through it.

When I'm alone, which is a very rare occurrence, I love reading. I can live in a bookshop or a library. Recently, I started writing on Medium about design and education.

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The best part of being a designer

is listening to your favorite playlist on Spotify while working in Figma!

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