Hello, I'm Ria, a UI/UX designer with a passion for community building— infusing human-centered principles into every pixel.

About Me

I am a woman in tech, an active community builder in the tech space and an explorer of various careers in UI/UX design, digital marketing, and project management.

While pursuing my degree in Computer Science at Mapúa Malayan Colleges Mindanao, I am also working as a part-time web designer for a Melbourne-based marketing agency. I deliver talks about UI/UX and brand design, design and human-computer psychology, and leadership and career-building for both student and professional communities.

As a Computer Science student, I have gained skills in in the following tools:

I am one of the founding members and the creatives head for DICE - Davao Interschool Computer Enthusiasts, the newest and a pioneering student tech collective in our city. I am also community builder for DEVCON Davao, Google Developer Groups Davao, and Google Developer Student Clubs Mapúa-MCM, where I work as a core volunteer. I work with both students and professionals, and lead teams in the marketing and communications department.

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Whizbank — Mobile Banking App Design

Designed with a sleek and intuitive user interface, Whizbank is envisioned to be a cutting-edge banking solution designed to revolutionize the way users manage their finances in today's fast-paced world. Best to view prototype in mobile!

Figma
UI/UX

Cavalier Cosmetics

A minimalist e-commerce website design for a Davao-based cosmetic/skin care brand, Cavalier Cosmetics.

Figma
UI/UX

Aqualert

Aqualert is a complaint management system (CMS) developed for the web to bridge the communication gap between consumers and Davao City Water District to ensure the positive quality of their services.

Figma
ReactJS
Firebase

Other Illustrations

I draw as a hobby and work as a freelance illustrator on my free time. I am proficient in creating illustrations using Procreate for iPad.

Procreate
Digital Illustration

Check out more of my works!

I draw as a hobby and work as a freelance illustrator on my free time. I am proficient in creating illustrations using Procreate for iPad.

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Speaking Engagements

I have been invited as a public speaker and mentor for various tech events, particularly in topics around Women in Tech, leadership, UI/UX, and brand design.

UP Mindanao SPARCS
From Challenges to Solutions: UX Design Strategies

Coming Soon! — March 2024

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WTM x GDSC TMU Japan
International Women's Day 2024
#ThinkLikeWomenThe Creative Process of Designing Innovations

March 2023

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USTP CDO's SinaTech
Navigating Trends In UI/UX for Diverse Target Markets

December 2023

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DEVCON Davao's TechKwentuhan
Figma Extended: A Dive into Design Using Figma Plugins

December 2023

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Davao Startup Week 2023
Building Your Startup Identity: Harnessing Tech for Product and Marketing Success

August 2023

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Google Developer Student Clubs
Encapsulating You! Building your brand and marketing your GDSC Chapter

June 2023

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Google Developer Student Clubs
Outreach
Digital Marketing Masterclass for Local Entrepreneurs for OSYs of Mulig Toril

May 2023

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MapUIX: An Interface Design Workshop
How to UI/UX? A Discussion on the Fundamentals of UI/UX Design

November 2022

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Connect with me! 🤙

Do you have anything you need my help with? Leave me a message and let's talk about it.

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