Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search

4.7 (26)

2 Weeks

Cohort-based Course

Build a strong portfolio and CV, master your pitch, and gain the confidence to become the candidate that employers can’t ignore.

Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search

4.7 (26)

2 Weeks

Cohort-based Course

Build a strong portfolio and CV, master your pitch, and gain the confidence to become the candidate that employers can’t ignore.

Hosted by

Lena Kul

Recruitment & Job Search Advisor | ex-Lead Design Recruiter & UX Research @ Miro

Lena Kul

Recruitment & Job Search Advisor | ex-Lead Design Recruiter & UX Research @ Miro

Companies I hired from/my hires went to

Course overview

This course will equip you with the tools and skills to get a new job.

Utilize years of my Product Design & UXR recruitment experience and thorough strategies to secure a new role in weeks.

/ What This Course Offers /

⚫️ Craft CV and portfolio that highlight your core skills and are liked by recruiters and hiring managers.

-> Students reported better conversion from the application stage to the first interview with their updated application materials after this course.

⚫️ Navigate the recruitment process with confidence by knowing what to expect from each stage and how to get the missing information from your recruitment partner to increase your chances.

-> Students reported feeling much more confident and progressing further in more processes after this course.

⚫️ Learn how to reflect your seniority and convince employers and stakeholders of your potential impact in just a few minutes.

-> Students reported receiving feedback like, "This was the best pitch I have heard," from recruiters and hiring managers after this course.

⚫️ Understand the rules of networking and create outreach strategies that convert LinkedIn connections into job leads.

-> Students reported receiving more responses to their networking requests after this course. Several students secured new roles through their networking efforts 🚀

⚫️ Engage in practical exercises to get real feedback from a former Product Design and UX Research recruiter, improving the first impression that recruiters and hiring managers could have of you.

-> Students reported learning many insider tips and a better understanding of hiring teams, resulting in more interviews for some and signed offers for others.

⚫️ Collaborate with fellow professionals who understand your journey and provide encouragement and ideas for your success.

-> Students reported building strong connections with classmates and finally receiving the support they have been looking for.

Who is this course for

From graduate to junior, to mid, to senior in Product Design and UX Research who are looking for a new role

For Product Designers and UX Researchers who are struggling to secure their desired roles despite continuous applications

Anyone in Product Design and UX Research, who wants to elevate their job search strategies and stand out in a competitive market

From graduate to junior, to mid, to senior in Product Design and UX Research who are looking for a new role

For Product Designers and UX Researchers who are struggling to secure their desired roles despite continuous applications

Anyone in Product Design and UX Research, who wants to elevate their job search strategies and stand out in a competitive market

What you’ll get out of this course

Live Sessions and Personalised Feedback

Four modules include hands-on projects to create CV, Portfolio Case Study, Pitch, and Networking Outreach. Get personalised feedback to leave with "ready to be used" assets or strong templates.

Guidance on Building a Winning CV

Analyse common mistakes in CVs and learn the exclusive framework I've developed to highlight your skills, experiences, and impact with concise and powerful bullet points. Create a CV that stands out and receive personalised feedback from me.

Real Examples of Strong Portfolios

Review 5 examples of strong portfolios from Product Designers and UX Researchers at leading design-driven companies. Dive into the best and worst portfolio practices, and craft your own strong case study with personalized feedback from me.

Problem-Solving & Whiteboarding Session Tips

Insider information on what to expect during skill assessment tasks and whiteboarding challenges, how to best prepare for them, and examples of how to present your hard and soft skills while solving problems.

Confidence Building

Overcome imposter syndrome by showcasing your achievements, impact, and goals in a way that inspires both you and your employer. Build confidence and success with methods like video prep, ice-breakers, and mental strategies.

Pitch Development

Learn what makes any pitch a strong pitch! Understand its key elements, how to best prepare, and the ways to build a connection with an interviewer to smoothly transition from the pitch to interview questions.

Networking Essentials

Rethink what effective networking means and learn how to build it from day one. Enhance your outreaches with exercises and examples of both successful and unsuccessful networking to boost your success.

Role Clarity

Learn how to better understand ambiguous job descriptions and role requirements through real-life examples of job posts. Discover what questions you can ask and how to prepare your CV, portfolio, and yourself to show that you are a match for any role you decide to apply for.

Feedback and Persistence

Learn how to get recruiters' feedback and handle ghosting by creating effective follow-ups.

This course includes

2 interactive live sessions

Lifetime access to course materials

32 in-depth lessons

Direct access to instructor

5 projects to apply learnings

Guided feedback & reflection

Private community of peers

Course certificate upon completion

Maven Satisfaction Guarantee

This course is backed by Maven’s guarantee. You can receive a full refund within 14 days after the course ends, provided you meet the completion criteria in our refund policy.

Course syllabus

Week 1

Jan 13—Jan 19

Jan

Mixer & Open Q&A

Wed 1/154:00 PM—5:00 PM (UTC)

Intro 👋

1 item

Crafting a Powerful CV

5 items

Building a Compelling Portfolio

6 items

Task Assignments and Whiteboarding Exercises

3 items

Building Confidence

4 items

Pitch Yourself like No One Can

3 items

Week 2

Jan 20—Jan 26

Jan

Mixer & Open Q&A

Wed 1/224:00 PM—5:00 PM (UTC)

Networking Essentials

6 items

Understanding Roles Requirements

2 items

Getting Role Clarity on the Recruiter & HM Calls

2 items

Getting More Interviews

1 item

Interview Feedback

3 items

Leave Your Final Feedback and Reflect on Your Learnings

1 item

Bonus

4.7 (26 ratings)

What students are saying

What people are saying

Lena provided excellent and insightful feedback on my UXR portfolio. Her advice and edits were specific and immediately actionable. The 30-minute review was far more impactful than spending hours reading generic advice online about how to put together a portfolio. I highly recommend working with her if you're looking for your next role in UXR.

Ingrid Nieters

Senior UX Researcher

Lena helped me structure my job searching process to be most effective for my goals while maintaining a healthy mindset toward the challenges it brings, supporting me with constructive portfolio & CV reviews which immediately helped me get more positive responses. All with good vibes and a strong sense of wanting to support me as much as possible.

Elia Greenberg

Product Designer

Lena offered valuable insights and advice, providing additional content for me to explore. Encouraging and honest, Lena helped me grasp the recruiter's perspective, highlighting areas where my CV and portfolio may fall short and suggesting improvements.

Scott Parker

Head of Design

Lena provided me with incredible support and tailored her guidance to make me feel represented and empowered. Her warmth and openness created a safe and comfortable space for me to grow. Her feedback and tips were incredibly insightful and boosted my confidence in a way that I never imagined. You won't regret connecting with Lena!

Gabriela Lima

Group Design Manager

Lena stands out with her unique blend of Recruitment and User Research expertise. Her approachable nature and direct feedback, evident from her LinkedIn posts, make her a top recommendation. Lena's knowledge in tech recruitment, combined with her honesty, sets her apart as a valuable resource.

Anna Pankin

UX Researcher

Absolutely invaluable mentorship! Lena provided insightful and impactful feedback that motivated me to take immediate action in my career path. Her expertise and guidance were instrumental in making the necessary changes I needed to make, as well as giving me the courage to do so in the first place.

Avantika Mohapatra

Product Design Lead

Meet your instructor

Lena Kul

Recruitment & Job Search Advisor | ex-Lead Design Recruiter | UX Research @ Miro

I've spent years scaling Product Design and UXR teams in highly demanding, designer-driven hyper-growth environments.

Now, I'm on a mission to share the secrets of humanized recruitment and successful job application practices.

I've hired dozens of individuals from FAANG and other well-known companies like Spotify, Zendesk, Shopify, Booking.com, and others. I have also identified talent from lesser-known brands who are now employed by the best organizations in the world.

I bring a wealth of experience and best hiring practices that have allowed me to build my coaching capabilities.

I have an insider perspective that enables me to provide advice that works, ensuring my students have the best chance for success.

All my advice is based on real-life experiences.

I have developed this course to support individuals in challenging times. My goal is to help everyone secure roles they deserve and build the careers they aspire to have.

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