FAQ
What is like to work with zab?
“Curious yet diligent is the phrase that comes to mind when I think about Zabdiel. I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Zabdiel for almost 4 years, during which he has shown dedication to his craft, the company and his peers. Above all, I was impressed with Zabdiel’s ability to be open, honest, and trustworthy. And, of course, his unwavering kindness. Zabdiel would be a true asset for any positions requiring Visual Design or Marketing Communications, and comes with my heartfelt recommendation.”
“As Digital Designer on projekt202’s Marketing team, Zab was instrumental in creating award-winning digital and print design collateral (truly award-winning: his branding projects for the Big Design Conference and projekt202’s u202 program were recognized with Adobe Awards). He worked extremely well with everyone across the organization, from employees on client-facing project teams to executive leaders.
At the beginning of each project, Zab takes the time to fully understand the request and its audience/goals/objectives; shares his insights, expertise and recommendations; and then dives right in to produce innovative design solutions, often under tight deadlines.
He is a great team member, always willing to step in to help others. His creativity and sense of humor also make him a lot of fun to work with on any project. Zab is a genuine asset to any team he joins. ”
“Zabdiel is a highly intelligent, tech-savvy UX/UI designer with interaction skills on different levels. I was very lucky to have worked with Zabdiel on multiple engagements while at Projekt202. His ability to collaborate cross-discipline, bring solutions to problems, and align with client/internal goals are unmatched.
He’s an incredible professional that delivers on his goals [and exceeds them]. He sincerely works hard to ensure the solution provides the best possible value.
Very thankful for our time working together.”
What is UI Design?
Stands for User Interface, and it refers to how things look like, and the graphical layout on applications and digital experiences. Things like typographic choices, color theory, layouts and hierarchy.
What is UX Design?
Stands for User Experience Design, and it is used broadly for creating digital experiences. Apps, websites and the interactive solutions. How things work.
Coffee or tea?
most of the time im 100% Coffee team but every now and then a Tea can hit the right spot.
What is your favorite item you’ve bought this year?
(2020) Probably my house, you know during this pandemic many doors open for me and my wife to finally get a house so we are really happy for that. Honorable mention to iPhone 12. 📱
What is your absolute dream job?
Any job that allows me to produce the best work possible that allows me to help millions of people. To be honest, I really love highly efficient and enjoyable teams. I feel teams that work great are Super Bowl winners, doesn’t matter how good a player is if he.she doesn’t have the right team around it will be hard for them to win the SB.
If you had to delete all but 3 apps from your smartphone, which ones would you keep?
I think Instagram, Behance, WhatsApp.
What would the title of your autobiography be?
He was told he couldn’t, yet he did. 💪
As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
I always wanted to be an inventor, Have a basement lab or garage with creations, explorations and all kinds of experiments. Think about it as a mix of Flubber (with Robin Williams), Dexter’s Lab with Dr. Gadget.
What is your favorite time of the day and why?
Between 4am ~ 6am. is the most quiet and productive time of the day.
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be?
A beach in Mexico without a doubt, Maybe in Cancun or Acapulco🌴.
If you could commit any crime and get away with it what would you choose and why?
I think I would rob a piece of art from the MOMA haha.
If you had to teach a class on one thing, what would you teach?
I hate to say Empathy, but I feel empathy helps you understand many many things of our world and as an Experience Designer empathy is at its core, being able to be on others shoes help you understand their pains, actions and overall behavior.
Would you rather live where it only snows or the temperature never falls below 100 degrees?
Snow babyyyyyy!! but I grew up on the south of Texas/North of Mexico so I know what living on 100 degrees feels like. 😭
Does your current car have a name? What is it?
A Mazda 6 ~ Mako, Like the shark.
You have your own late night talk show, who do you invite as your first guest?
It has to be Will Smith.