Dayhana Herrera
I am a User Experience Designer and a fourth year Communication & Multimedia Design student.
My goal is to work on either commercial or societal projects, where I can craft thought-provoking experiences and strategies that resonate with audiences, spark new ideas, and drive actionable change.
As a User experience Designer, I’m passionate about user research and using insights to guide design decisions that enhance customer experiences.
My story as a citizen of the world
Born in Colombia, Raised in Curaçao, Based in the Rotterdam, NL
I was born in the city of coffee, Armenia, in the Quindío department of Colombia. Hence, my day can’t start without drinking coffee. At the age of four, I moved to the beautiful island of Curaçao in the Dutch Caribbean. Since then, my journey has taken me to Fort Lauderdale, USA, where I studied Glamour & Special FX makeup.
My Journey continued in 2015 to the Netherlands, where I studied Cosmetology and worked for five years as a Hair & Makeup artist. Later on in 2020, I start my studies at the University of Applied Sciences of Rotterdam.
Creativity, adaptability and people have always been the common thread in my journey. Living in different countries and being fluent in Dutch, English, Spanish, and Papiamentu has sparked my interest in different cultures and people. I get energy from working with diverse individuals, solving problems and coming up with creative and valuable solutions that really connect with people.
FAQ
‘How did you end up in design?’
In 2020, amidst the pandemic, I decided to quit my job in the beauty industry as a Hair & Makeup artist. During this time, I got to experience first-hand the challenges we were facing as a society in making a healthy match between people and the digital world. On the other hand, this period also sparked my creativity by learning how to use Adobe Creative Cloud and ‘Spark AR’ Augmented Reality software by making my own augmented reality filter. Creating this filter enabled me and other Dutch Caribbeans to express ourselves in our native language, Papiamentu.
The journey and the learnings while making this AR-filter made me look different at the digital products and technology around me. Once I realized that I had practically been a designer since 2015, it was natural for me to expand my horizons and switch career to UX design and start my studies at the University of Applied Sciences of Rotterdam.
What I stand for
To me, design is about finding solutions, communicating purpose, and uplifting humanity.
Analytical
Analytical
Design, to me, is all about unleashing my problem-solving skills, effectively communicating objectives, and ultimately making a positive impact on people’s lives. I actively seek out projects that activate new ideas, promote meaningful change and produce tangible results.
Proactive
Proactive
I strive to have an entrepreneurial spirit, knowing that success is a journey we embark on together. I embrace a proactive approach, displaying initiative and full ownership of every project.
Adaptability
Adaptability
My secret weapon for a successful project? Adaptability. I thrive in the face of change, adapting to new circumstances.
Going above and beyond is simply the norm for me, as I strive to achieve nothing short of exceptional results.
Organized
Organized
Organizing isn’t just my passion; it’s my lifestyle. I’m that ‘Monica’ who keeps everything on track, from my meticulously organized Figma files, maintaining a flawless record of meetigns to never missing a deadline.
Looking into the future
In the future, I envision thriving as a User experience within a diverse team. My role would involve assisting organizations and companies in elevating their digital experiences and seamlessly integrating their physical and digital domains. I am particularly excited about being part of a team that values my professional growth and provides opportunities for continuous learning while making a positive impact on the businesses and the people we collaborate with.
Seeking a Graduation Project
(February 2024)
For my graduation project in the fall of 2024, I am particularly interested in companies that combine commercial and social projects, with a focus on creating thought-provoking experiences and strategies that resonate with audiences, spark new ideas, and drive actionable and meaningful change.
Dayhana Herrera
Dayhana Herrera
I am a User Experience Designer and a fourth year Communication & Multimedia Design student.
My goal is to work on either commercial or societal projects, where I can craft thought-provoking experiences and strategies that connect with people, spark new ideas, and drive actionable positive change.
As a user experience designer, I’m passionate about user research and using insights to guide design decisions that provide meaningful solutions.
My story as a citizen of the world
Born in Colombia, Raised in Curaçao, Based in the Rotterdam, NL
I was born in Armenia, and grew up in the Quindío department of Colombia, a department known for its coffee. Hence, my day can’t start without drinking coffee. At the age of four, I moved to the beautiful island of Curaçao in the Dutch Caribbean. This move marked the beginning of an incredible journey that led me to Fort Lauderdale, USA. Where I studied Glamour & Special FX makeup artistry. In 2015, I furthered my journey and education in the Netherlands, where I studied Cosmetology and worked for five years as a Hair & Makeup artist. Later on in 2020, I embarked on a new chapter by enrolling at the University of Applied Sciences of Rotterdam.
Throughout my journey, creativity, adaptability, and connecting with people have always been the common thread. Living in different countries and being fluent in Dutch, English, Spanish, and Papiamentu has sparked my interest in different cultures and people. I get energy from working with diverse individuals, solving problems and coming up with creative and valuable solutions that really connect with people.
FAQ ‘How did you end up in design?’
In 2020, amidst the pandemic, I made the bold decision to leave my position as a Hair & Makeup artist in the beauty industry. During this time, I got to experience first-hand the challenges we were facing as a society in making a healthy match between people and the digital world. Additionally, it sparked my creativity as I ventured into learning Adobe Creative Cloud and ‘Spark AR’ Augmented Reality software, ultimately crafting my own augmented reality filter. This filter not only allowed me to express myself, but also empowered other Dutch Caribbeans to do the same in our native language, Papiamentu.
The journey and the learnings while making this AR-filter made me look differently at the digital products and technology around me. Realizing that I had practically been a designer since 2015, it felt natural for me to broaden my horizons and transition into the field of UX design. This led me to embark on my studies at the University of Applied Sciences of Rotterdam, further expanding my skill set and knowledge.
What I stand for
To me, design is about finding solutions, communicating purpose, and uplifting humanity.
Analytical
Analytical
Design, to me, is all about unleashing my problem-solving skills, effectively communicating objectives, and ultimately making a positive impact on people’s lives. I actively seek out projects that activate new ideas, promote meaningful change and produce tangible results.
Proactive
Proactive
I strive to have an entrepreneurial spirit, knowing that success is a journey we embark on together. I embrace a proactive approach, displaying initiative and full ownership of every project.
Adaptability
Adaptability
My secret weapon for a successful project? Adaptability. I thrive in the face of change, adapting to new circumstances.
Going above and beyond is simply the norm for me, as I strive to achieve nothing short of exceptional results.
Organized
Organized
Organizing isn’t just my passion; it’s my lifestyle. I’m that ‘Monica’ who keeps everything on track, from my meticulously organized Figma files, maintaining a flawless record of meetigns to never missing a deadline.
Looking into the future
I envision myself thriving as a User Experience within a diverse team. My role would involve assisting organizations and companies in elevating their digital experiences and seamlessly integrating their physical and digital domains, while making positive impact.
I am particularly excited about being part of a team that values my professional growth and provides opportunities for continuous learning while making a positive impact on the businesses and the people we collaborate with.
Seeking a Graduation Project
(February 2024)
For my upcoming graduation project in the fall of 2024, I am interested in companies and organizations that combine commercial and social projects, with a focus on creating thought-provoking experiences and strategies that connect with people, spark new ideas, and drive actionable, meaningful and positive change.