Sep 2022 – July 2026
Fontys University of Applied Sciences
ICT and Media Design
Eindhoven · The Netherlands
Creative
Mirena Veleva
focused on clarity, accessibility, and delightful interactions. I bridge research and visuals into products that work.
focused on clarity, accessibility, and delightful interactions. I bridge research and visuals into products that work.
My work is calm by choice. I plan early, communicate clearly, and deliver on time. When something shifts, I raise it fast and offer a practical fix. I use phased steps and realistic estimates to avoid last-minute stress. I start by listening - what the person wants, how they speak, what feels like “them.” The design should match their personality: clean for a calm brand, bold for a brave one, always usable. I remove noise, focus on what matters, and measure success by how much it helps people.
Uncovering real user needs through interviews, competitive analysis, and journey mapping - translating research into clear design direction, not just deliverables.
Designing high-fidelity, responsive interfaces in Figma, with a strong focus on interaction patterns, design systems, and consistency across products.
Validating decisions through structured testing (task-based, five-second, heuristic evaluation) and iterating based on real feedback, not assumptions.
Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create technically realistic designs and smoother, well-documented handoffs to engineering teams.
Sep 2022 – July 2026
ICT and Media Design
Eindhoven · The Netherlands
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Dutchview B.V.
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Mediacooks B.V.
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Sep 2024 – Jan 2025
Mediacooks B.V.
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Sep 2017 – May 2022
French
Sofia, Bulgaria
Designing a Homebuyer Interface for Ed Controls
Designing a Smart dashboard and Smartwatch interface for Equine Integration
“What you designed for Ed Controls shows how well you can put yourself in the shoes of the end user, and that is a rare skill. You are critical, sometimes a bit too critical on yourself, but that is exactly why I am sure you will achieve great things.”
“It was such a pleasure working with you over the past few months. Your curiosity, dedication, and willingness to learn made you a valuable part of both the team and this project. It was amazing to see how much you grew during your internship, and all your hard work really paid off. I’m sure your work will make a real difference for Ed Controls.”
