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[01] ABOUT ME

Designing with logic, empathy, and heart

Designing with logic, empathy, and heart

Education

I have two degrees: one in physics and another in graphic design. My mind leans toward tech — I love data, facts, logic, and structure.

Approach

I rely heavily on research, always aiming to base my decisions on data and evidence.

Process

I enjoy chaos and logic in work. I like to start with a mix of ideas, mood boards, and sketches, but in the end I need everything organized and laid out logically.

Collaboration

I like to collaborate around the challenge, analyze it from different angles, discuss and review it before making decisions.

Accessibility

I’m a digital accessibility advocate. I’ve worked on projects for people with disabilities, conducted usability tests with blind users, and achieved AAA level on one of my projects.

Values

It's important that the meaning, ideology, and goals of the product resonate with me. I also pay attention to how the company interacts in the market, how it opens up to its customers, and how we can grow together.

[02] VOLUNTEERING

Sharing expertise with the community

Sharing expertise with the community

I believe that giving back to the community is an essential part of our lives. Without non-profit organizations, our world would be far less inclusive than it is today.

I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in several projects with the amazing non-profit organizations Hack for LA and Open Source San Jose. I encourage everyone to share their expertise and contribute to the projects that need our support the most.

I believe that giving back to the community is an essential part of our lives. Without non-profit organizations, our world would be far less inclusive than it is today.

I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in several projects with the amazing non-profit organizations Hack for LA and Open Source San Jose. I encourage everyone to share their expertise and contribute to the projects that need our support the most.

[03] MENTORSHIP

Inspiring others to grow and trust their abilities

Inspiring others to grow and trust their abilities

Mentorship is one of my favorite parts of being a designer. As a mentor on ADPList and in the UX Bridge community, I love supporting designers, helping them navigate challenges and progress confidently in their careers.

Mentorship is one of my favorite parts of being a designer. As a mentor on ADPList and in the UX Bridge community, I love supporting designers, helping them navigate challenges and progress confidently in their careers.

"Learning from Irina has been a great experience. She goes above and beyond in offering resources and advice in biotech design. Her generosity and warmth make her an outstanding mentor."

Dana Chou

UX Designer

Irina Rostovtseva

Irina Rostovtseva

Irina Rostovtseva

Irina Rostovtseva