Jose Rago

Co-Founder & Designer

2018 - Current

We're a boutique studio with a committed team working on selected projects for startups and companies, bringing what they envision to life through branding, visual design & development of the highest quality. Our studio is only as special as the people that comprise it: designers, developers, and creatives driven by the desire to build non-standard & meaningful experiences.

Member

2023

We’re a global network of digital agency founders, creative innovators, and technology disruptors.

Limited Partner

2023

Official Jury Member

2023

Official Jury Member of the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS), the judging team of The Webby Awards, The Lovie Awards, and The Anthem Awards.

Official Jury Member

2021

Official Jury Member of the International Jury of Awwwards, the awards for design, creativity, and innovation on the Internet.

Product Designer

2017 - 2018

Digital Pal is a forward-thinking digital product and innovation studio committed to empowering startups and businesses to thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape. With a passion for creativity and cutting-edge technologies, we collaborate closely with our clients to transform their ideas into impactful digital experiences that drive growth and success. Being part of a studio that values innovation, I have proactively stayed updated with emerging design trends, technologies, and industry best practices. This knowledge has been crucial in introducing innovative solutions that elevate our client's digital products. Also, working closely with startups, I have immersed myself in their vision and aspirations. Through brainstorming sessions and design workshops, I have transformed their ideas into actionable design concepts, ensuring that the final products align with their goals.

Senior User Experience Designer

2016 - 2017

Tangelo is a Venture Studio that accelerates business growth for mid-sized companies and an Innovation Lab that helps mid-sized companies digitally transform. Through our highly efficient, one-stop-shop, and vertically integrated business model, we work with successful mid-sized companies that have the potential to grow digitally. Our specialized teams, a mix of highly experienced talent in business strategy, product design, digital marketing, and deep technology are your strongest assets in accelerating digital transformations. Whether part of our Venture Studio or our Innovation Lab, we create opportunities aimed at increasing your company's valuation through our commitment to Build What's Next. Together. Our approach to planning, implementing, and growing novel, disruptive, and agile digital transformations. During my time at Tangelo, I have been entrusted with shaping the visual identity and user experience of our client's digital products and platforms. My role goes beyond creating aesthetically pleasing designs; it involves understanding the challenges, engaging in strategic thinking, and translating complex ideas into intuitive and visually captivating interfaces. With a diverse range of clients, including industry giants like Intel, I have had the privilege of working on high-profile projects that demand both creativity and attention to detail.

User Experience Designer

2014 - 2016

As a user experience designer at Making Sense, I played a pivotal role in driving the design vision and user experience for web and mobile applications. With a focus on combining usability and aesthetics, I contributed to the successful delivery of multiple projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams of developers, marketers, and project managers to ensure our clients' objectives were exceeded.