Elena Tanase
UI/UX Interaction Designer
About me
I create intuitive, data-driven experiences that empower users and drive business success. My passion is transforming complex challenges into elegant, human-centered solutions.
Contact
Greater Seattle area, WA
contact@elenatanase.com
SERVICES
Website Design
Mobile Application
User Centered-Design
Years of
Experience
0
Satisfaction
Clients
30%
Users impacted
+0M
User retention
+0%
Experience
2015 - 2017
Management Consultant
Philip Morris International, Romania
2017 - 2021
UI/UX Designer
Freelancer
UI/UX Designer
ARQ Wealth LTD
2021- 2024
UI/UX Designer
NatWest Group, Retail, UK
Education and Certifications
2008-2016
Bachelor Degree of Urban Planning
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism, Romania
Master Degree in Urban Planning
Ion Mincu University of Architecture and Urbanism, Romania
2017 - 2019
UKCBC
Business management in IT and Computing, UK
UX Design Certificate
General Assembly, UK
UX Design Certificate
Interaction Design Foundation
2020 - Present
Luma Institute's Practitioner Certification
Luma Institute
Introduction to Web accessibility Certification
EDX LLC
Practical Accessibility
Bunnyfoot, UK
My Latest Projects
“I had the pleasure of working with Elena at NatWest Group, where she was a talented and user-focused UX Designer. Her passion for accessibility really stood out—she often gave thoughtful presentations on why it matters and how we could integrate it into every step of the design process. Elena was always looking to improve, actively seeking feedback and taking it on board, which was great to see. She’s also a genuinely lovely person and a true team player, which made working with her an absolute pleasure.”
Penny McLeod
Design Lead
at
NatWest Group
“Elena brought exceptional UX expertise to the Everyday Banking Replatforming project at NatWest. Her ability to engage stakeholders, ask the right questions, and dive into user insights helped us shape a platform that is not only user-friendly but future-proof. Her commitment to embedding accessibility into the core of every design decision was particularly admirable. Elena is a creative, dedicated professional, and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again or recommend her for any senior UX role.”
Ömür Uluaşk
Product Designer
at
NatWest Group
“It was a pleasure to work with Elena. She is a highly diligent and hardworking UX designer who consistently delivers with precision and professionalism. Elena is deeply committed to her personal growth and development, always seeking opportunities to enhance her skills and bring fresh perspectives to her work. She’s a great team player, fostering collaboration and contributing to a positive team dynamic. What truly sets her apart is her passion for inclusivity and accessibility in design, ensuring that her work reflects the diverse needs of users. A reliable and resourceful professional, Elena consistently instills confidence through her thoughtful and thorough approach. If you’re looking for seeking a skilled and dedicated UX designer, Elena is a great addition to any team.”
Natasha Barnett-Hall
Head of Human-Centered Design
at
NatWest Group
"I had the pleasure of working with Elena for over a year at ARQ Wealth where Elena was our lead UI/UX designer. During this time Elena worked very diligently on the build out of our app, handling the issues inherent in mobile development with aplomb. Elena was extremely committed to the project at a challenging time and was always prepared to go the extra mile to justify her designs. She will be a valuable asset to any organisation.”
Patrick Hall
Technical Business Analyst
at
UBS
“I had the pleasure of working with Elena at NatWest Group, where she was a talented and user-focused UX Designer. Her passion for accessibility really stood out—she often gave thoughtful presentations on why it matters and how we could integrate it into every step of the design process. Elena was always looking to improve, actively seeking feedback and taking it on board, which was great to see. She’s also a genuinely lovely person and a true team player, which made working with her an absolute pleasure.”
Penny McLeod
Design Lead
at
NatWest Group
“Elena brought exceptional UX expertise to the Everyday Banking Replatforming project at NatWest. Her ability to engage stakeholders, ask the right questions, and dive into user insights helped us shape a platform that is not only user-friendly but future-proof. Her commitment to embedding accessibility into the core of every design decision was particularly admirable. Elena is a creative, dedicated professional, and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again or recommend her for any senior UX role.”
Ömür Uluaşk
Product Designer
at
NatWest Group
“It was a pleasure to work with Elena. She is a highly diligent and hardworking UX designer who consistently delivers with precision and professionalism. Elena is deeply committed to her personal growth and development, always seeking opportunities to enhance her skills and bring fresh perspectives to her work. She’s a great team player, fostering collaboration and contributing to a positive team dynamic. What truly sets her apart is her passion for inclusivity and accessibility in design, ensuring that her work reflects the diverse needs of users. A reliable and resourceful professional, Elena consistently instills confidence through her thoughtful and thorough approach. If you’re looking for seeking a skilled and dedicated UX designer, Elena is a great addition to any team.”
Natasha Barnett-Hall
Head of Human-Centered Design
at
NatWest Group
"I had the pleasure of working with Elena for over a year at ARQ Wealth where Elena was our lead UI/UX designer. During this time Elena worked very diligently on the build out of our app, handling the issues inherent in mobile development with aplomb. Elena was extremely committed to the project at a challenging time and was always prepared to go the extra mile to justify her designs. She will be a valuable asset to any organisation.”
Patrick Hall
Technical Business Analyst
at
UBS
“I had the pleasure of working with Elena at NatWest Group, where she was a talented and user-focused UX Designer. Her passion for accessibility really stood out—she often gave thoughtful presentations on why it matters and how we could integrate it into every step of the design process. Elena was always looking to improve, actively seeking feedback and taking it on board, which was great to see. She’s also a genuinely lovely person and a true team player, which made working with her an absolute pleasure.”
Penny McLeod
Design Lead
at
NatWest Group
“Elena brought exceptional UX expertise to the Everyday Banking Replatforming project at NatWest. Her ability to engage stakeholders, ask the right questions, and dive into user insights helped us shape a platform that is not only user-friendly but future-proof. Her commitment to embedding accessibility into the core of every design decision was particularly admirable. Elena is a creative, dedicated professional, and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again or recommend her for any senior UX role.”
Ömür Uluaşk
Product Designer
at
NatWest Group
“It was a pleasure to work with Elena. She is a highly diligent and hardworking UX designer who consistently delivers with precision and professionalism. Elena is deeply committed to her personal growth and development, always seeking opportunities to enhance her skills and bring fresh perspectives to her work. She’s a great team player, fostering collaboration and contributing to a positive team dynamic. What truly sets her apart is her passion for inclusivity and accessibility in design, ensuring that her work reflects the diverse needs of users. A reliable and resourceful professional, Elena consistently instills confidence through her thoughtful and thorough approach. If you’re looking for seeking a skilled and dedicated UX designer, Elena is a great addition to any team.”
Natasha Barnett-Hall
Head of Human-Centered Design
at
NatWest Group
"I had the pleasure of working with Elena for over a year at ARQ Wealth where Elena was our lead UI/UX designer. During this time Elena worked very diligently on the build out of our app, handling the issues inherent in mobile development with aplomb. Elena was extremely committed to the project at a challenging time and was always prepared to go the extra mile to justify her designs. She will be a valuable asset to any organisation.”
Patrick Hall
Technical Business Analyst
at
UBS
“I had the pleasure of working with Elena at NatWest Group, where she was a talented and user-focused UX Designer. Her passion for accessibility really stood out—she often gave thoughtful presentations on why it matters and how we could integrate it into every step of the design process. Elena was always looking to improve, actively seeking feedback and taking it on board, which was great to see. She’s also a genuinely lovely person and a true team player, which made working with her an absolute pleasure.”
Penny McLeod
Design Lead
at
NatWest Group
“Elena brought exceptional UX expertise to the Everyday Banking Replatforming project at NatWest. Her ability to engage stakeholders, ask the right questions, and dive into user insights helped us shape a platform that is not only user-friendly but future-proof. Her commitment to embedding accessibility into the core of every design decision was particularly admirable. Elena is a creative, dedicated professional, and I wouldn’t hesitate to work with her again or recommend her for any senior UX role.”
Ömür Uluaşk
Product Designer
at
NatWest Group
“It was a pleasure to work with Elena. She is a highly diligent and hardworking UX designer who consistently delivers with precision and professionalism. Elena is deeply committed to her personal growth and development, always seeking opportunities to enhance her skills and bring fresh perspectives to her work. She’s a great team player, fostering collaboration and contributing to a positive team dynamic. What truly sets her apart is her passion for inclusivity and accessibility in design, ensuring that her work reflects the diverse needs of users. A reliable and resourceful professional, Elena consistently instills confidence through her thoughtful and thorough approach. If you’re looking for seeking a skilled and dedicated UX designer, Elena is a great addition to any team.”
Natasha Barnett-Hall
Head of Human-Centered Design
at
NatWest Group
"I had the pleasure of working with Elena for over a year at ARQ Wealth where Elena was our lead UI/UX designer. During this time Elena worked very diligently on the build out of our app, handling the issues inherent in mobile development with aplomb. Elena was extremely committed to the project at a challenging time and was always prepared to go the extra mile to justify her designs. She will be a valuable asset to any organisation.”
Patrick Hall
Technical Business Analyst
at
UBS
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