LARISSA
CAMARA
about.
I believe in designing with, not just for, people. My approach blends research, iteration, and cross-functional collaboration to solve real-world challenges with clarity and care.
Whether I’m observing how a technician interacts with a cloud platform in an industrial setting, or working on services to improve the quality of life for dementia patients, I always start with listening. Not just to stakeholders, but to silence, to patterns, and to what’s not being said. I believe empathy isn't a buzzword — it's a lens, a tool, and sometimes, a quiet rebellion against rushed decisions.
how I work.
Design, for me, is never just about screens or pixels. It's about people: their needs, habits, frustrations, and sometimes even their dreams. Every project begins with a deep dive into context: Who are we designing for? What do they truly need? What’s holding them back?
From early discovery to final delivery, I co-create with teams and users, testing and refining until the solution feels just right. I care about the quiet kind of design, the kind that feels natural, removes friction, and simply works.
experience.
Omicron Energy GmbH, Klaus (AT)
Senior User Experience Designer — January 2024 – Present
Specialized in cloud-based UX for enterprise-level tools in the energy sector, driving product usability and technical alignment.
• Led end-to-end UX research and usability testing to uncover user pain points and inform design decisions for Cortex’s cloud-based platform
• Delivered high-fidelity prototypes and design flows that simplified technical complexity and improved user engagement across workflows
• Produced scalable specifications aligned with accessibility and usability best practices (WCAG), ensuring consistency across the product suite
• Collaborated closely with developers, product managers, and QA to align UX goals with technical constraints and business logic
Squadra Tecnologia, Sao Paulo (BR)
Senior Product Designer — September 2022 – January 2024
Product Designer (Mid-Level) — August 2021 – September 2022
Progressed from mid-level to senior role by driving UX strategy, design consistency, and cross-functional alignment in scalable B2B platforms.
• Designed end-to-end user experiences and CMS-based interfaces for internal systems, ensuring accessibility and adaptability across business units
• Led the development and adoption of reusable UI components and design systems, streamlining implementation across squads and reducing inconsistencies
• Facilitated usability testing and stakeholder workshops to align design direction with business goals and improve overall product efficiency
Grupo Mateus, Sao Luis (BR)
Mid-Level UX/UI Designer — September 2019 – August 2021
Contributed to the digital transformation of internal operations by designing Salesforce-based ERP tools tailored to multiple departments.
• Conducted user research and co-creation workshops to map workflows and identify pain points in finance and logistics systems
• Designed scalable, responsive components and UI templates with accessibility in mind, improving interface usability across business units
• Developed internal design guidelines to standardize ERP interfaces and streamline collaboration between product, design, and development teams
Catirina Conteudo, Sao Luis (BR)
Creative Art Director — June 2018 – May 2019
Develop and direct visual concepts for print, broadcast, video, and film productions, leading design teams and ensuring cohesive execution. Adapt designs to evolving technologies while efficiently managing multiple high-priority projects under tight deadlines.
Rede D'or, Sao Luis (BR) — Marketing Analyst
Marketing Analyst — January 2017 – March 2018
Orchestrated the integration of Project Management, Content Marketing, Creative, and Social Strategy to ensure cohesive, high-impact campaigns. Designed engaging digital and print assets, including visual design, motion graphics, and presentations, while collaborating with copywriters, creative directors, and account managers to develop tailored strategies aligned with client goals.
licenses & certificates.
CREDENTIAL ID: 162422-2024-977952.
Design for a Better World with Don Norman IxDF — Interaction Design Foundation
CREDENTIAL ID: 50486619.
User Experience Design Tera — Tecnologia Educacional Robotic Adventure
CREDENTIAL ID: a6e5478f-4259-4409-bd25-aa0f7d9d4606--965022064.
Design System & Ops Meiuca — Product Design Made in Brazil
CREDENTIAL ID: 5fce52df2eac1
UX Research Mergo — Escola de Design
education.
JANUARY 2025 - CURRENT.
UC San Diego, United States — Specialization Interaction Design
SEPTEMBER 2022 - JUNE 2024
Széchenyi István University, Hungary — MA Product Design
SEPTEMBER 2012 - JANUARY 2018.
Federal University of Maranhao, Brazil — BA Design
JULY 2014 - JANUARY 2016.
Northumbria University, United Kingdom — BA Design for Industry
skills.
Information Architecture, Usability Testing, User Research (Qualitative & Quantitative), Design Systems & Accessibility.
Figma, Framer, Adobe Creative Cloud, Jira, Confluence & Notion.
prizes & awards.
Enhancing Communication Skills for Children with Autism through a User-Centred Approach.
Scientific and Artistic Student's Association Conference in Hungary 2022.
volunteer.
Mentor - Social Base Project
Sao Paulo, Brazil - 2021
Delivered online classes on design technologies to low-income youth, highlighting pathways to technical and higher education to inspire and support their continued academic journey beyond high school.
Advisor - The National Centre for Children’s Books
Newcastle, UK - 2015
Developed and coordinated strategies to enhance the visitor experience for children aged 7 to 12 through interactive readings and design-focused exhibitions, fostering engagement and creative learning.
