Hey, I'm Zackary Riley-Hughes, UX/UI Designer, Bridging Gaps with Research-Driven Creativity.
Jamaican-Ukrainian, Toronto-raised, and shaped by systems that weren't built with me in mind. Now I design systems that include others. My work is grounded in a simple belief: equity, empathy, and access aren't add-ons—they're the brief.
About me
In Summation
I'm on a mission to create not just interfaces, but gateways to worlds where every interaction is an opportunity for discovery and delight. Let's connect and explore how we can craft unforgettable digital experiences together.
14
Projects
Completed
4+
Years of
experience
7
Happy
Clients
2
Design
Awards
My Skills
Work experience
Summer - 2024
Graphic Designer - Co-Op
Led a TTC train-wrap campaign for Toronto’s subway and streetcars under senior supervision, ensuring brand consistency and visual impact. Developed and presented concepts to stakeholders at multiple levels, refining the design through iterative feedback to align with strategic goals, before implementing designs according to TTC dielines.
2024 - 2025
Social Media Coordinator - Contract
Implemented impactful marketing strategies through online ad campaigns on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter that resulted in a 15% increase in user engagement. Spearheaded the design and implementation of web-based content management systems for Sheridan-life Radio, enhancing live shows and podcasts online presence.
2021 - present
Web Developer - Freelance
Actively working in HTML, CSS, JS, & Python - to expand upon the customers conceptual underpinnings to arrive at a cohesive product that satisfied the individuals needs.
2020 - 2025
Honours Bachelor of Interaction Design - Sheridan College Instituete of Technology, & Advanced Learning
User experience, & User Interface focused course; specialising in front end development.
2018 - present
Graphic Designer, Illustrator - Freelance
Created diverse design elements including logos, character pieces, in-game illustrations, banners and flyers for the published video-game: Suits4Hire. Held multiple discovery meetings with clients to promote collaboration and expand on their conceptual foundations.
2022- present
The Complete Web Developer Certificate: Zero to Mastery - Andrei Neagoie
889,846 Students, 25 Courses, 600 hours of content.
2022 - present
TCPS 2: Core Certified
Successfully completed the Course on Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans. Certificate # 0000790811
2015 - 2018
Editor - Finaldraft Editing, & Publishing Services
Edited, proofread, & wrote drafts. Oversaw the correction of grammar, & sentence structure. Evaluated content, & accuracy.
2012 - 2015
GED - Erindale Secondary School
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As someone who values collaboration, I am excited at the prospect of working with like-minded individuals to create something truly remarkable. Together, we can push the boundaries of what's possible, leaving a lasting impact, unyielding to the fullness of time.
Location
: Mississauga, Ontario Canada
Email
: zack.a.hughes@gmail.com
Education
: Sheridan College
Languages
: English, Patois, Mandarin