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Everything about Balint

The beginning - In 2018, I stumbled into the Design Museum in London by accident. Walked in like a normal person, walked out questioning how everything worked. Why does this chair feel right? Why does this app feel wrong? Why do I trust one interface and doubt another?

I ended up in digital design and the rest is history.

Since then I've designed literally dozens of web & mobile screens - some brilliant, most terrible in the first version. I spent my time in the trenches to get good at this. I used to think good design meant pixel-perfect mockups. Now I know it means users don't need to think, because the experience happens in their mind, not on the screen.

How I work and my process - I assume I'm wrong until users prove me right. I map where people actually pause or quit. I talk to real users, not just stakeholders. I test 5 rough ideas instead of perfecting one. Ultimately, I measure what matters, did confusion drop? Did completion increase?

I've been a product designer for 5+ years now in a whole pile of companies, including…

Wedbush - Redesigned wealth platform for advisors to manage clients easier
Abra - Designed trading experience for 1M+ crypto traders
Plytrix - Sole designer, built product, brand and design system from scratch

So yeah, if your product confuses people, I've probably fixed that problem before.

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I live in Romania with my girlfriend and our very needy cat, Missy. I like hiking, running, reading, traveling. I'm obsessed with psychology and why people make the choices they make, wrote an ebook on it. That understanding is how I design better products. I make terrible jokes but keep trying :)

What makes your work unique?

What kinds of projects are you looking for?

I am seeking opportunities to partner with established companies or brands to define or refine their digital presence, whether through an iOS app, a web store, or a marketing website.
My work is unique because it is tailored to the individual needs of my clients. I always aim for an invisible feel with proper visual accents, allowing the design to come through without being overwhelmed by unneeded complexity.

Design is a job

Experience

Senior Product Designer
Wedbush · Financial Services
Dec 2024 - Present

I currently work at Wedbush, designing the new trading platform for financial advisors.

Wedbush is a financial services firm founded in 1955 and based in Los Angeles. It's a major investment bank, broker-dealer, and wealth management company. They provide services like securities brokerage, investment banking, equity research, private client services and asset management.

Senior Product Designer
Repocket · Financial Services
Aug 2024 - Nov 2024 · 4 mos

I helped Repocket to help users have a better experience with their apps and website:

• Built a new design language across web and mobile, so users felt at home.
• Fixed important parts to improve conversion rates and keep users coming back.
• Improved the website by making it more clear for new visitors to understand Repocket's value.

Working with Repocket showed me how important it is to look at design from all angles - from someone's first visit to the website to becoming a regular user. I found that when things work simply and make sense, people naturally want to come back.

Senior Product Designer
ClimateSavers · Financial Services
Jan 2024 - Nov 2024 · 11 mos

I joined Climate Savers to guide their products development and shape new features:

• Helped define clear goals and priorities for both web and mobile platforms.
• Created intuitive ways for users to track and reduce their environmental impact. • Built an MVP mobile app for consumers to help make climate-friendly choices in their daily lives.

Product Owner
Olyn · SaaS
Jul 2023 - Jan 2024 · 7 mo

At Olyn, I helped bridge the gap between business needs and user goals to guide product development.

• Translated stakeholder needs into clear, actionable user stories to keep projects focused.
• Applied design principles to support product development and improve usability.
• Drove product vision and strategy to align teams and priorities for the long term.

Working at Olyn showed me how important it is to get everyone talking and working together, while always thinking about what users really need.

Senior Product Designer / Developer
Plytrix Analytics · SaaS
Jun 2020 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

At Plytrix, I served as the sole designer, leading design efforts across all products and shaping the user experience for both customers and internal teams.

Key contributions:

• Designed the core web app platform: Turned complex data into clear insights for customers.
• Established an internal design system: Ensured consistency and efficiency across all products.
• Built the marketing website: Defined the company’s brand identity and communicated its value.

This work laid the foundation for Plytrix’s visual direction and user experience as the company moved into its next stage of growth.

Product Designer
Abra · Financial Services
Aug 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos

I joined Abra to help shape and build new features for their crypto app serving over 1 million users.

• Built a robust design system that enabled everyone to work faster and keep designs consistent.
• Designed full experience of Market Order & Limit Order.
• Created new features for the Institutional Businesses platform.
• Contributed to several products like Borrow, Earn, Fund and DeFi.

My time at Abra taught me what it's really like to work closely with a product team - seeing how small design changes could make a big difference in how people used the app.

Digital Designer
Inbound FinTech · Agency
Nov 2020 - Jun 2021 · 8 mos

I joined Inbound FinTech Agency to help fintech companies grow and reach more customers by working alongside our marketing, design, and engineering teams:

• Designed marketing websites and improved conversion rates.
• Created animations for products, presentations, social posts, and interfaces.
• Contributed to the development of several websites.

I learned that good work comes from really listening to everyone - marketers need to tell good stories, developers need practical solutions, and customers need things that just work.

Digital Designer
Startupz.com · Agency
Jun 2020 - Oct 2020 · 5 mos

As the company's sole designer, I managed all aspects of design for startups including web design, product design and marketing assets.

• I redesigned all marketing websites by improving their look and experience.
• Improved user experience on the web applications to make the product easier for new users.
• Created animations and illustrations to give users a better understanding of the product.
• Designed sales decks and guides for investors.

Being the only designer was challenging but rewarding. I learned to spot what needed fixing first and how to make the biggest impact with limited time.

Graphic Designer / Developer
Rainfall Branding · Agency
Jan 2017 - Jun 2018 · 1 yr 6 mos

Rainfall was my ever first experience working in a marketing agency, they gave me opportunity to experience what it's like to work in a professional team at a very young age.

• Learned how websites work and how to code them.
• Delivered design marketing assets for clients.
• Contributed with feedback and improvements of small projects.

Growth Moments

Product Psychology Masterclass
Humane.Design
Issued Dec 2021

This course covers essential psychological principles to improve digital products and identify
growth opportunities in an ethical and customer-centric way.

It allows graduates to understand user behaviors better, find gaps in digital experiences using the B.I.A.S. Framework, create delightful moments aligned with business goals, and better communicate product decisions to rally teams and stakeholders.

Design Mentor
adplist.org
Dec 2022 - Present

I'm proud to contribute to the growth and development of the design community through personalized mentorship sessions and constructive feedback.

I share  my knowledge and insights gained from years of practice to open up opportunities for those who might not otherwise have access.

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The Psychology Behind Design

Explore how design and psychology connect, all explained with real-world app examples, to be able to recreate it.
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Awesome teams we've helped

Websites & platforms

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I create websites and platforms that are strategically planned, visually stunning, and easily navigable.

Websites & platforms

Mobile applications

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I focus on delivering first-class mobile experiences because design is most of your user interacts with.

Mobile applications

Design systems

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Ultimately, I build design systems to streamline the design and development process for any project.

Design systems

Kind words from smart people l've worked with

Deepak Ghosh

Head of Product at Kinstugi | Ex. VP at Abra & Zume.

Working with Balint on trading experience at Abra was a breath of fresh air. His responsiveness & intuitive approach to finding solutions and understanding of business and user needs resulted in an engaging trading experience.

Ali Gates

Lead Product Manager at Elemy

Working with Balint I have always appreciated how his keen sense of design turned complex functionalities into sleek, user-friendly interfaces, enhancing our product's appeal and utility.

Ilona Melnychuk

Co-founder & Product Manager at Keybento

Balint is not just a talented designer, but also a strategic thinker. He can understand complex problems and come up with design solutions that not only look amazing but also solve business challenges.

Juan Pablo

Senior Product Designer at Finbox

From the first project I sent to Balint, he always understood what was needed and delivered just that. His ability to consistently create top-tier designs made our collaboration a breeze. With Balint, every project was a win.

Marius Pintea

CEO Scout & PiNTeam

At Scout, Balint transformed the way we visualized our player and scout dashboards. His thoughtful designs and attention to detail streamlined our processes and greatly improved the look and user experience.

Rory Arneil

Founder and Director at Climate Savers

Balint's design contributions to Climate Savers have been transformative, turning our messages into powerful visuals that resonate with our audience.

Shane Suazo

CEO & Founder at Plytrix Analytics | ex. Netflix

Balint's work on our analytics dashboards at Plytix was nothing short of impressive. His ability to convert complex data into understandable visuals was remarkable, making it easier for users to interpret and use data effectively.

Sondra Orozco

CEO, Head Instructor at Academy of Product Management

Working with Balint, you can expect more than just timely delivery. His work is thorough, practical, and always adds value to our projects

Kind words from smart people I've worked with

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Balint is a strong team player who collaborates well with others, always willing to share his insights and lend a hand. He consistently delivered work ahead of schedule and surpassed expectations in every task.

Deepak Ghosh

CEO at Sliver | Ex. VP at Abra,  Kintsugi & Zume.
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I wholeheartedly recommend Balint to any team or project seeking a skilled, reliable, and passionate designer. His contribution would undoubtedly be a valuable asset.

Shane Suazo

CEO & Founder at Plytrix Analytics | ex. Netflix
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Balint is not just a talented designer, but also a strategic thinker. He can understand complex problems and come up with design solutions that not only look amazing but also solve business challenges.

Ilona Melnychuk

Co-founder & Product Manager at Keybento
Process
discover

My approach is always tailored to fit the particular needs of the project at hand. I take into account the business goals, the target market, and the technical constraints in order to create a product that is both practical and appealing.

Define

I define the target audience, research their specific needs and pain points, then focus on building a product that solves those problems that not only provide for users the best possible experience, but also have a positive impact on the business as a whole.

develop

In a successful product design timeline, the product will meet the specifications of the business, developing the brand and bring in a profit, solve the users' problem, and provide aesthetic value too.

Deliver

When I design products the most important thing is that I design for people - that’s why I deliver the right features with the right user experience for the right people.