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Greetings!

My name is Arimo Piispa, a Visual & Industrial Designer

I'm a systematic, collaborative, and empathetic professional—an adept problem solver who seamlessly blends logic with creativity.

With a rich background in visual design, I am on a journey to carve my mark in the dynamic realm of UX/UI development.

My Story So Far

Throughout my career, I have honed my skills in visual design, brand development and UI/UX design. Working on various projects have given me a valuable opportunity to collaborate with diverse teams, including developers, marketers, and clients from diverse businesses.

What I Bring With Me

I bring a unique blend of analytical thinking and creative flair to every project, ensuring that user experiences are not only visually stunning but also seamlessly functional.

Hello There!

My name is Arimo Piispa, and I'm a Visual & Industrial Designer.

Beyond being a designer, I’m someone who believes in the importance of balance in life.
While I'm deeply passionate about my work, I also value the time spent exploring new ideas, learning from different perspectives, and enjoying life’s simple joys.
My approach to design is influenced by this belief—rooted in Insight, Curiosity and Empathy.

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My Story So Far

Over the course of my career, I’ve honed my expertise in visual design, web development, and UI/UX design. These experiences have allowed me to collaborate with diverse teams—ranging from developers and marketers to clients across various industries—gaining valuable insights into different perspectives and challenges.

What I Bring to the Table

What I bring to the table is a unique combination of analytical thinking and creative vision to every project. My work ensures that aesthetics and usability are not just balanced, but harmoniously integrated, resulting in designs that are both beautiful and functional.

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My Milestones in Visual Design, Web Development, and CAD

2007 - My Journey Begins

My career took off in 2007, when I began my journey in the world of design professionally.

Ever since my first employment, I have not only acquired but meticulously honed my skills as a graphic designer, primarily relying on the comprehensive suite provided by the Adobe Creative Cloud family for the execution of various creative tasks. Main tools of choice in creative work have since been InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver.

During this time, I also delved into the realm of web development, recognizing the symbiotic relationship between HTML and CSS in writing visually compelling website front-ends. This dual proficiency became a cornerstone of my skill set, enabling me to seamlessly integrate design aesthetics with functional web interfaces.

2016 - Entering the Realm of Web Design

My tenure at a B2B IT company from 2016 marked a pivotal moment in my career as I delved into the expansive universe of Content Management Systems (CMS). Venturing beyond the static web design, I immersed myself in the possibilities of WordPress, and gained understanding of PHP ,SQL and JavaScript. This transition allowed me to extend my capabilities by crafting custom themes for various websites, an endeavor that proved to be both challenging and enlightening.

During my employment at Soluto, I also assumed responsibilities for overseeing digital marketing efforts. This role led me to acquire proficiency in Search Engine Optimization and marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Google Ads, Autotask and Mailchimp. Delving into campaign measurement best practices, including A/B-testing, became a pivotal aspect of my learning journey.

As the digital landscape continued to evolve, so did my approach. The evolution of no-code environments, such as Elementor, Webflow, and Zapier, alongside comprehensive platforms like HubSpot, offered a refreshing perspective on web development and marketing strategies. Embracing these tools streamlined my process, making creation of websites and marketing campaigns more intuitive and efficient.

Notable achievements:

2021 - New Direction and Changing With the Times

During my Industrial Design studies, my creative proficiency extended into the realm of 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD), broadening my skill set to softwares like Rhinoceros, SolidWorks, Blender, OnShape, and Keyshot 11. Whether sculpting intricate 3D models or rendering lifelike visualizations, this venture into CAD has added a new dimension to my creative toolkit, fostering a dynamic and multifaceted approach to design.

My proficiency with Figma has become a cornerstone of my creative arsenal in UX/UI design. The synergy between my knowledge of web development and the capabilities of Figma has ushered in a new era in my career as a designer. This convergence has not only simplified the design process but has also enhanced the fluidity of translating ideas into tangible digital user experiences and design systems.

Since the early days of 2023, the evolution of generative AIs, most notably Midjourney, has marked a considerable leap in my creative approach. Harnessing the power of these advanced tools, I've seamlessly incorporated them into my workflow, optimizing efficiency and unlocking new dimensions of creative possibilities.

Notable achievements:

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Here Are Some of the Coolest Projects I Have Recently Worked On

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege to work on projects that push creative boundaries and solve real-world challenges. From innovative visual design to immersive user experiences, each project reflects my passion for blending functionality with aesthetics.

Stay tuned for more detailed case studies showcasing my work in visual design, web development and product design.

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About My Past

Throughout my career, I have explored various fields, each contributing to my diverse skill set and deepening my understanding of design, technology, and customer service.

06/2024

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08/2024

Sales and Purchase Coordinator

Tremco CPG Finland

Leveraging my versatile expertise and advanced IT skills, I was hired as a Sales and Purchase Coordinator at Tremco CPG Finland in June 2024.

In this role, I utilized SAP ERP extensively to manage sales and purchase orders, provided top-notch customer service, and supported sales activities.

09/2021

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07/2023

Industrial Design Studies

Metropolia University of Applied Sciences

In order to expand my skills and seek a potential new career path, I started studying industrial design at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences. My main areas of study were user-centric design, digital product design and service design.

01/2016

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08/2023

Art Director and Marketing Specialist

Soluto Oy / Frendy Oy

I started my employment at Soluto as a B2B salesman. Initially my responsibilities included some marketing tasks, but I quickly transitioned to a full-time marketing specialist position and began the project to renew and unify Soluto’s visual identity and marketing strategy. My expertise was also offered to external clients as a design service.

Over the years I gained extensive experience with tools and code languages ​​such as WordPress, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Mailchimp, SQL, PHP and JavaScript.

02/2014

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07/2015

Driver

Yellow Line

In this job I was both a salesperson and a driver. Yellow Line offered a shared taxi-service with fixed prices from Helsinki-Vantaa airport to anywhere within Kehä III.

The customer service was often carried out in English.

11/2011

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01/2013

Car Body Mechanic

TTS / Toyota Espoo

In pursuit of a slightly different career path, I decided to follow my keen interest in the automotive industry and embarked on a year-long career as a car body mechanic.

04/2007

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04/2011

Graphic Designer

Suomi-Soffa Oy

My career in visual design took off in 2007, when I started working for Suomi-Soffa as a graphic designer. My main areas of responsibility were to design, develop and manage the company's website, as well as producing materials for newspaper advertisement.

At a later stage of the employment, I was also responsible for the planning and implementation of in-store and outdoor advertising.Along the employment, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop,HTML and CSS became familiar tools.

08/2002

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09/2005

Associate’s Degree in Design and Visual Communications

Vantaa Vocational College Varia

I completed my associate’s degree in Design and Visual Communications, focusing on vector graphics and animation.