Passion for designing great user experiences.

Hi I'm Niels, born in 1994 and from the Netherlands. My interest in design and technology has made me passionate about creating the best possible user experience. Currently employed at Viking Europe and always ready for the next challenge!

My process

My approach to any project, whether it’s a quick feature update or a complete platform redesign, is rooted in the proven Design Thinking methodology. This framework ensures I maintain a clear, straight-forward, and user-centered focus from concept to launch. By following these distinct phases, I not only ensure I'm solving the right problems but also deliver innovative and effective solutions that meet both user needs and business goals.

Discover

I conduct deep user research by analyzing data, mapping user journeys, and performing interviews. My goal is to build genuine empathy for the user by setting aside assumptions and clearly understanding their pain points, needs, and motivations before any solution is considered.

Define

I synthesize the insights gathered during the research phase into a focused, human-centered problem statement. This process is critical for alignment, resulting in actionable "How Might We" (HMW) questions that precisely scope the challenge and guide all subsequent creative efforts.

Ideate

This is the creative phase where I focus on generating a wide range of potential solutions. I utilize rapid brainstorming techniques such as Crazy Eights, sketching, and mind mapping to explore unconventional ideas and maximize the potential for innovative and effective solutions.

Test

I rapidly convert the most promising concepts into prototypes and conduct usability tests or A/B tests with real users. This phase is essential for gaining critical, unbiased feedback and validating core hypotheses to ensure the design direction is effective.

Design

Based on the validated insights from the Test phase, I polish the design by creating high-fidelity mockups, detailed user flows, and final assets. My focus is on transforming the prototype into a fully functional and engaging user experience, ready for development.

Scale

I conclude by focusing on long-term success, measuring performance against key business KPIs and ensuring the design is scalable and maintainable for future iterations by applying a robust design system and a component-based approach.

My experience

work
UX/UI Designer

Viking Europe

august 2022 - present

Part of the CRO-team, responsible for leading the design vision of our e-commerce platform & enhancing the user experience. Always aiming for the most optimal solution by requiring user needs through research, analysing performance data, and manage stakeholders to meet business goals.

Owner (UX/UI design, development)

RamMedia

july 2017 - april 2024

Part-time building websites for my own clients, where I take on the entire process, from UX/UI design to development. Occasionally I also did graphic design or branding related work, such as logos and printing.

UX Designer

BZTRS Agency

september 2020 - july 2022

Co-facilitate strategic sessions with clients to formulate business goals and user needs. Wireframe & prototype solutions to test with users to identify pain points. Create high fidelity designs.

education
Fontys University of Applied Sciences

HBO, ICT & Media Design

2016 - 2020

UX Designer (internship)

BZTRS Agency

february 2020 - july 2020

Psychology (Minor Abroad)

Univerzita Pardubice, Czech Republic

september 2019 - january 2020

UX Designer (intership)

Digitas Amsterdam

august 2018 - january 2019

SintLucas

MBO 3, Digital Publisher

2013 - 2016

Digital Publisher (internship)

RenewMyID

august 2014 - january 2015

Let's connect!

UX design is my passion and I always keep track of the latest developments. I also like other technical innovations and IT (I'm a bit of a nerd). Hit me up if you have a nice challenge or project laying around or when you wanna connect!

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