Susana Passinhas

UX Design Educator and Mentor

75+

1:1 Mentorships


Students that I mentored through my private mentoring and through schools I work with.



35+

1:1 Sessions


Students whom I've mentored in one-off sessions through my private mentoring.



150+

Students taught


Approximate number of students taught in class.




I specialise in empowering junior professionals to smoothly transition from bootcamps to the job market



I am an experienced Senior UX/UI Designer, a dedicated UX/UI Design Educator, and a Digital Fabrication Expert with over 16 years in the design field. I have contributed my skills to renowned brands such as Volkswagen, Pepsi, Philips, Toon, and letgo, bringing a wealth of experience from both agency and product company settings.

In recent years, I have transitioned to teaching and mentoring aspiring UX/UI Designers, where I am now fully committed. Leveraging my industry knowledge and expertise, I aim to bridge the gap that young designers face between completing a UX/UI Design course and securing their first professional job.

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My approach





Holistic Learning Experience


I believe that learning is a holistic experience that extends far beyond the acquisition of isolated facts or skills. It is a dynamic and interconnected journey that encompasses not only the transfer of knowledge but also the cultivation of critical thinking, creativity, and a deep understanding of human relationships and emotional intelligence.




Personalized Guidance


I prioritize a personalized and tailored experience. Recognizing the uniqueness of each learner, I provide support to address individual strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Whether it's refining design skills, understanding user research methodologies, or navigating the intricacies of prototyping tools, I tailor guidance to meet the specific needs and pace of each student.




Fostering Creativity
and Uniqueness


By empowering students to explore their imaginative potential, I aim to nurture a generation of thinkers who not only adapt to the evolving industry but also contribute to its advancement through the richness of their unique, creative prespective.




Reviews


Beatriz M.

Personal mentoring

★★★★★ 5 Above expectations

HIRED 🤩



"I'm really grateful for Susana's extensive expertise and support in advancing my career. She has been a huge help to me in overcoming my challenges. Her step-by-step guidance has been particularly useful for beginners or those undergoing a transition, like me. Additionally, Susana is always available to offer support and acknowledge our accomplishments, which is both fantastic and motivating. :) I highly recommend her to anyone without any hesitation.”

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Georgiana P.

Personal mentoring

★★★★★ 5 Above expectations

HIRED 🤩



"I’m so happy that I met Susana! She is a great mentor, professional, supportive, very responsive and ready to help anytime with exercises, detailed feedback, resources and regular talks. With her help, in 2 months, I did a lot of progress. I am really looking forward for what’s next. Thank you, Susana!”

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Allison B.

Personal mentoring

★★★★★ 5 Above expectations

HIRED 🤩



"It took me one month to prepare and optimize my job search materials, including three case studies, a portfolio website, a LinkedIn page, and my CV. I had daily chat support for my tasks, making the path easy to follow. Having someone to guide and quality-check my work made me feel safe and confident. I highly recommend this service.”

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