Leonardo Tavares
Product Designer · UX Designer, Phibsborough, Dublin
Digital Design postgraduate at TU Dublin with professional experience in television journalism, photography, laboratory quality control and visual communication.
As a former TV reporter and communications professional, I built strong skills in research, interviewing, information synthesis and communicating complex ideas to diverse audiences. Combined with experience in structured laboratory environments, this brings a research-driven, analytical approach to Product Design, UX research, interaction design and prototyping, supported by early technical education in information technology and web fundamentals.
Quality Control Laboratory Technician
- Operate within a highly regulated QC environment, reviewing and approving technical data against strict quality standards.
- Identify inconsistencies in test results and ensure full accuracy and traceability across structured documentation and audit trails.
- Use digital systems to manage testing workflows and reporting, developing strong process-driven and analytical skills.
- Collaborate across teams under deadline pressure to support operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Journalist, Reporter & Communications Professional
TV Rio Sul – Rede Globo · MAC Productions · Bicicleta Comunicação · TV Câmara · Channel 36 – NET · TV RIC Record
- Conducted reporting, interviews and research across television and digital media, building strong investigative, communication and information-synthesis skills.
- Structured complex information into clear narratives, adapting tone and format for different audiences and platforms.
- Coordinated with crews, editors and external stakeholders to deliver content under tight, high-pressure deadlines.
- Made editorial decisions on accuracy, relevance and consistency across multiple media outlets.
Career Transition in Ireland
Relocated to Ireland to study English and adapt to a new professional environment. Worked in customer-facing and operational hospitality roles, progressing to Assistant Manager responsibilities. Developed adaptability, communication, conflict resolution and practical problem-solving skills in multicultural environments.
In progress
Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Design
Interaction Design · Design Research · Prototyping & Visual Systems · AI for Designers.
Postgraduate Diploma in Photography
Specialisation in portrait and conceptual photography, with experience developing research-led visual projects.
BA, Social Communication (Journalism)
Foundation in research methodology, narrative structure, audience analysis and editorial communication.
Technical Diploma in Information Technology
Programming fundamentals, HTML, Java, databases, systems analysis and computer networking.