Morné Leander

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.