Morné Leander
UX Lead, Product Designer
Johannesburg, ZA.About
Highly accomplished UX Lead and Product Designer with 19 years of comprehensive design experience, including 12 years specializing in UX/UI and product design. Proven leader in cross-functional Agile environments, driving the development of intuitive digital products and mentoring high-performing design teams to deliver exceptional user experiences at scale.
Work
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Led a team of designers across mobile channels, overseeing UX/UI for key applications and contributing to the strategic evolution of design systems.
Highlights
Led and managed a team of designers, overseeing UX/UI for critical mobile channels including My Vodacom App, VodaPay mini-apps, and responsive web platforms.
Mentored and developed emerging designers and graduates, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement within the design team.
Drove the design of scalable UX/UI solutions, significantly contributing to the evolution and implementation of comprehensive design systems.
Collaborated cross-functionally with product and engineering teams to align design strategies with business objectives and user needs in an Agile environment.
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Designed and optimized user experiences and interfaces through comprehensive research, prototyping, and stakeholder collaboration.
Highlights
Conducted extensive user research, data analysis, persona creation, and user testing to inform design decisions, creating detailed wireframes and interactive prototypes for optimal user flows.
Translated complex business requirements into intuitive navigation, content, and user flows across diverse interfaces including mobile apps, websites, and portals.
Optimized user experiences by strategically balancing business objectives, technological constraints, and critical user needs to deliver impactful solutions.
Actively participated in key Vodacom initiatives, including innovation sprints, job shadow programs, UX inductions, and hackathons, fostering a culture of design excellence.
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Provided expert UX/UI consulting, driving user-centric design strategies from research to implementation for diverse clients.
Highlights
Delivered high-impact UX/UI design solutions as a consultant, ensuring exceptional user experiences across various client projects.
Executed end-to-end user experience processes, from comprehensive research and persona development to wireframing, prototyping, and user testing, enhancing usability.
Translated complex business and technical requirements into intuitive design solutions for mobile, web, and portal interfaces, optimizing user journeys.
Successfully navigated and integrated business objectives, technological capabilities, and user needs to deliver balanced and effective design strategies.
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Managed a design team and oversaw UX/UI and art direction, enhancing design quality and team capabilities.
Highlights
Led and managed a team of two designers, providing mentorship and strategic guidance, while also supporting two marketing designers.
Directed UX/UI design initiatives, implementing user research, data analysis, and prototyping to create intuitive and engaging user experiences.
Oversaw graphic design projects, including print adverts, websites, email marketing, and social media campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and visual impact.
Collaborated cross-functionally to translate business requirements into effective design solutions, balancing user needs with technological constraints.
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Designed diverse graphic materials and managed client relationships from concept to final product.
Highlights
Designed a wide range of graphic assets including print advertisements, corporate identities, logos, and digital marketing materials for diverse clients.
Managed client relationships from initial concept ideation through to final product delivery, ensuring alignment with client vision and project goals.
Contributed to creative brainstorming sessions, translating complex ideas into compelling visual narratives and effective design solutions.
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Summary
Produced comprehensive graphic design collateral for investor relations, from concept development to final execution.
Highlights
Developed comprehensive graphic design solutions for investor relations, including annual reports, corporate identities, and digital/print collateral.
Contributed to strategic brainstorming sessions, translating conceptual ideas into compelling visual designs and finished products.
Ensured brand consistency and high-quality visual communication across all design outputs for investor and corporate stakeholders.
Awards
Designer of the South African Parliamentary Emblem
Awarded By
South African Parliament
Selected as one of 20 designers nationwide to conceptualize and design the official South African Parliamentary Emblem, a significant national recognition.
Skills
Design Software
Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Axure, Keynote, Balsamiq, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop.
UX/UI Design
User Research, Data Analysis, Persona Creation, Brainstorming, User Testing, Wireframing, Prototyping, Design Systems, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Visual Design, Responsive Design, Mobile App Design, Web Design.
Product Design & Strategy
Product Design, Strategic Planning, Business Requirements Gathering, Cross-functional Collaboration, Agile Methodologies, Design Thinking, Problem-Solving.
Leadership & Mentorship
Team Leadership, Mentoring, Talent Development, Project Management, Art Direction.
Graphic Design & Branding
Graphic Design, Brand Identity, Corporate ID, Digital Marketing Design, Print Design, Client Management, Concept Development.
References
Cabangubuhle Vilakazi
Head Of Department (Vodacom) | CONTACT: 087 289 8928 / 082 888 8122
Sebabatso Mtimkulu
UX Manager (Vodacom) | CONTACT: 076 429 7783
Jaco van den Heever
UX Manager (Vodacom) | CONTACT: 072 824 4888
Mark Rolle
Head Of Department (Gijima) | CONTACT: 083 788 1610