🔥 Product Designer | 3 Years of Visual Design Excellence | Proficient in Figma & Protopie✨ | Open to Remote Opportunities

I'm a Product Designer with 5+ dynamic years crafting impactful designs in SaaS, social apps, tech recruitment, and startups. 

I've averted $100,000 in potential losses, launched an MVP app at WebSummit, and 3X brand recognition through strategic marketing. I also recently obtained certifications in HTML/CSS and am currently learning Javascript.

Most recently, I played a key role in improving the user experience of a bootstrapped Biotech SaaS startup by tackling usability issues and implementing strategic design processes, which included conducting stakeholder interviews and evolving the design system. Drove a UX redesign and the implementation of a design system to ensure consistent branding, thereby establishing a cohesive identity that could potentially enhance the company's market share in brand initiatives.

I specialize in designing intuitive and engaging digital products, with a primary focus on language learning apps, travel planning apps, and recruitment marketing software. 

As a Product Designer, I excel in both UX and UI design, particularly emphasizing information architecture, accessibility, and skeuomorphic elements. My sweet spot lies in creating consumer-facing experiences for adult users. I thrive in remote work environments and prioritize collaboration with developers, marketers, and leadership. 

My problem-solving expertise centers around AI integration, innovation, differentiation, and ensuring optimal usability and accessibility. Proficient in Figma, Protopie, and Marvel, I am committed to continuous learning, including expanding into web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

I'm open to fully remote, flex-schedule opportunities. Please send me a DM or email me at sanders.samc@gmail.com.

Samantha Sanders

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Talent Acquisition Manager

Talent Collective

Talent Collective is a non-profit organization that empowers and connects talent acquisition women, non-binary, or those who identify as a woman. Our mission is to advance the careers and recruiting networks of our members through carefully curated in-person and virtual professional development experiences!"

Founding Member

UCLA Information Technology Services

• Managed sourcing and full cycle recruitment for technical roles for UCLA’s Reimagine IT Talent initiative
• Managed a requisition load of 20- 25 positions within Network Infrastructure, Engineering, Data Science, Product Management, Software Development, Business Analysis, and M&A from Executive Level to Mid Level. 
• Created a sourcing plan which increased the qualified diverse candidate pool by 30%
• Crafted standard operating procedures for candidate outreach and recruitment marketing
• Documented process flow, metrics, reporting, and dashboards for all recruitment activities
• Screened an average of 20 – 25 candidates per week
• Provided, obtained, and documented candidate feedback from hiring teams
• Worked on continuous process improvement for candidate experience

Senior Technical Recruiter

ESL FACEIT Group [EFG]

• Orchestrated end-to-end recruitment efforts for ESL FACEIT Group, a renowned esports organization, successfully filling positions in a competitive talent market with an average time to fill of 35 days
• Recruited for roles within Engineering, Product, DevOps, IT, Finance, Marketing, Creative, Data Science, Accounting, Finance, Sales, and Procurement within the US and EMEA
• Managed a requisition load of 20 – 25 from Entry to VP & Executive level
• Implemented data-driven recruitment strategies resulting in a 30% decrease in time-to-hire and a 20% increase in candidate quality
• Developed and executed targeted sourcing campaigns, resulting in a 40% increase in qualified applicants within a six-month period
• Built and nurtured a talent pipeline of over 500 candidates, increasing the organization's access to top industry professionals and reducing time spent on future hiring cycles
• Collaborated closely with department heads and hiring managers, resulting in a 90% satisfaction rate among stakeholders for the quality of candidates presented.
• Leveraged advanced sourcing techniques, such as Boolean searches and social media platforms, resulting in a 50% increase in passive candidate engagement.
• Utilized applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline processes, reducing administrative time by 20% and improving candidate experience.
• Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics, including cost per hire and source of hire, resulting in a 15% reduction in overall recruitment costs.
• Stayed abreast of industry trends and emerging recruitment technologies, implementing AI-powered solutions that increased efficiency by 30% in candidate screening and selection.

Lead Recruiter

VinFast US

•	Manage full-cycle recruiting for up to 20 roles from entry level to VP to keep company fully staffed during growth period
•	Lead recruitment efforts within the areas of Product, Tech, Strategy, Finance, HR, Legal, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, and L&D
•       Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to proactively recruit passive candidates
•	Conduct personalized kick-off calls with hiring teams and candidates, developing an efficient recruiting strategy 
•       Provided consultative input to hiring managers on candidate culture and technical fit
•	Screen 30+ candidates per week
•	Develop relationships with local colleges and community organizations to publicize open roles
•	Create innovative sourcing methods to attract passive candidates
•	Work on employer branding and marketing initiatives to broaden candidate pool
•	Coordinate and attend job fairs
•	Create recruiting metric driven dashboards for the Talent Acquisition team
•	Created policies and procedures for the Talent Acquisition team

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• Oversaw and managed the end-to-end recruitment process for VINFAST, encompassing both hourly employee, management, and executive level hiring across multiple departments.
• Recruited for roles within Sales, Customer Service, Call Center, Executive Suite, Product, Tech, Strategy, Finance, HR, Legal, Manufacturing, Marketing, and L&D
• Developed tailored recruitment strategies to attract hourly employees, resulting in a 25% increase in the number of qualified applicants within a three-month period.
• Implemented effective screening and selection methods to identify top hourly talent, resulting in a 90% satisfaction rate among hiring managers for candidate quality and performance.
• Led executive-level recruitment initiatives, partnering with senior leaders and board members to identify and attract high-caliber candidates for critical leadership roles.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments and interviews for executive candidates, ensuring alignment with organizational values, strategic goals, and cultural fit.
• Managed confidential and sensitive hiring processes, maintaining a high level of professionalism and discretion when dealing with executive candidates and internal stakeholders.
• Utilized applicant tracking systems (ATS) and executive recruiting platforms to streamline processes, maintain candidate data integrity, and improve efficiency in corporate level hiring.
• Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate, and executive candidate satisfaction, to identify areas for improvement and drive data-informed decision-making.

Associate Director, Talent Acquisition

Beachbody

• Managed full-cycle recruiting and sourcing for an average of 15 - 20 roles in various departments including IT, Marketing, Sales, Branding, Engineering, Merchandising, Finance, Social Media, Design, HR, and E-Commerce
•	Developed innovative sourcing strategies to broaden the candidate pool 
•	Worked on employer branding initiatives by attending career fairs and industry specific events 
•	Managed salary negotiations, background checks, and reference checks

Lead Recruiter/Sourcer

The Wonderful Company

•	Managed full-cycle recruiting and sourcing for an average of 15 - 20 roles in various departments including IT, Marketing, Sales, Branding, Engineering, Merchandising, Finance, Social Media, Design, HR, and E-Commerce
•	Developed innovative sourcing strategies to broaden the candidate pool 
•	Worked on employer branding initiatives by attending career fairs and industry specific events 
•	Managed salary negotiations, background checks, and reference checks

99 Cents Only Stores

•	Managed full-cycle recruiting for an average of 25 open requisitions in various departments including – Corporate Sales, IT, Finance, HR, Buying, and Merchandising
•	Conducted onboarding and orientation for new employees
•       Executed Employer Branding and Recruitment Marketing initiatives within the talent attraction space
•	Managed social media career pages for LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter
•	Managed ongoing company initiatives including training and cultural events
•	Created user guides for the HR function
•	Worked cross functionally to create a cohesive Recruiting and Onboarding process
•	Created and rolled out the 99 Cents Employee Referral Program

Senior Talent Acquisition Partner

KPMG

• Scheduled 25 – 30 interviews per week for Direct Entry Partner and Direct Entry Managing Director 
  candidates 
• Maintained partner and recruiter calendars with appropriate candidate interview information
• Main point of contact for all candidates and updated all tracking files, detailing interview and position 
  information
• Provided monthly report to the HR team, detailing recruiting team metrics
• Drafted contracts for search firm vendors, detailing placement fees

Recruiting Coordinator

Certified Diversity Recruiter (CDR) and Strategic Talent Acquisition Professional

As a Certified Diversity Recruiter and Talent Acquisition specialist, I excel in full-cycle recruitment across diverse industries including Technology, Marketing, Creative, Digital, Finance, and Human Resources. My passion lies in connecting individuals with their ideal career paths, driving organizational success.

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