I'm Ernesto, a Senior UX Designer and Researcher with over 10 years of experience driving user-centered and inclusive design solutions.
Growing up in Uruguay, the rural surroundings influenced my view of design: it must be simple, authentic, and human-focused to deliver real value.
Prior to UX, I worked in fashion design for over decade in New York and Tokyo, focusing mainly on technical apparel and menswear. This experience instilled in me a deep appreciation for hard work, attention to detail, and the iterative process of creating a useful product.
I thrive in collaborative environments and bring a positive, communicative approach to every project.
Outside of UX, I enjoy traveling, education, mentoring, exploring new technologies, and spending time with my dogs.
Here’s is what my supervisors and colleagues are saying:
“As both Ernesto’s direct supervisor and eventually as indirect, I was continually impressed with his skill, attention to detail, empathy, and adaptability. Govcon can be challenging for design, but Ernesto met those challenges and changes head on, proactively defining multiple solutions and gaining consensus with delicate, effective stakeholder management. His design work is impeccable; the attention to detail in his work and the care with which he designs is some of the best I have ever seen. His empathy for users, especially within the complexity of civic technology, is one of the driving forces of his success — he is thoughtful and attentive to user needs and situations, and effectively advocates for users. On a team, he is a fantastic team member — outgoing, collaborative, highly communicative, and always ready to jump in and help. Any team would be lucky to have him. ”
“Ernesto brings his love of design to anything he works on. He has beautiful taste, a keen eye for detail and a great understanding of garment construction. His design skills cover a wide breath of product. He is inspiring to work with and easily mentors everyone around him. I consider him a huge asset to any design endeavor.”
“Ernesto is an exceptional, talented and highly skilled UX Designer with extensive experience. He consistently goes above and beyond to fulfill client requests, working with a strong sense of urgency to deliver high-quality designs, prototypes, and wireframes at an impressive speed. His work not only exceeds expectations but also adheres to USWDS standards and aligns seamlessly with the USA.gov design style guide. Ernesto is incredibly patient, highly collaborative, and very client-facing. Both our team and clients greatly appreciate his outstanding contributions—he’s truly a rockstar!”
“Ernesto is incredibly passionate about his designs. It was a pleasure to work with him and be inspired by his drive for good design and innovation. He is extremely detailed oriented, and a great partner to work with.”