Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search

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3 Weeks

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Cohort-based Course

Upgrade Your Job Search in 3 Weeks

Companies I hired for

Miro
Wise
N26

Course overview

100+ designers have already gone through this system. Are you ready?

What You’ll Master (and Why It Works)


⚫️ A CV & Portfolio That Actually Converts

You’ll build materials shaped by real recruiter decision-making.

My students consistently report higher interview conversions within weeks.


⚫️ Understanding the Hiring Process

You’ll learn how recruiters think, how they screen, what they look for, and how to use that to your advantage.

Students say they walk into interviews calmer, sharper, and more prepared than ever.


⚫️ A Pitch That Reflects Your Seniority

You’ll learn how to talk about your impact, not your tasks — and only in a few minutes.

Students received feedback like:

“This was the best pitch I’ve heard”


⚫️ Networking That Turns Into Real Leads

I’ll show you exactly how to connect, message, and follow up without being awkward.

Several students landed roles purely through networking after this course.


⚫️ Practical Work + Personalized Feedback

This course is hands-on.

You’ll build your materials and get real feedback from a Product Design & UXR recruiter.

Students say this was the main benefit of the course.


⚫️ Community of Designers & UXR Who Are On the Same Journey

You’ll learn from each other, review each other’s work, and move faster.

My alumni consistently say:

"This community kept me going and helped me level up so much faster."


Who is this course for

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Mid, Senior, Lead-level in Product Design and UX Research who are looking for a new role

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Product Designers and UX Researchers who are struggling/ want to secure new roles in a very challenging market

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Anyone in Product Design and UX Research who has at least 2 years of experience in a company / freelance

Prerequisites

  • Experience Level:

    This course is designed for Mid-to-Staff level Product Designers and UX Researchers.

  • Mindset:

    You need to be open to letting go of old habits and ways of thinking. Trust the instructor and the proven process to really succeed.

  • Availability:

    Successful completion requires consistent effort and engagement, so please ensure you can commit the time to apply the learnings.

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.

What’s included

Lena Kul

Live sessions

Learn directly from Lena Kul in a real-time, interactive format.

Lifetime access

Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.

Community of peers

Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.

Certificate of completion

Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.

Maven Guarantee

This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.

Course syllabus

3 live sessions • 42 lessons • 4 projects

Week 1

Dec 1—Dec 7

    Intro 👋

    1 item

    Crafting a Powerful CV

    5 items

    Building a Compelling Portfolio

    7 items

    Task Assignments and Whiteboarding Exercises

    3 items

    Building Confidence

    4 items

Week 2

Dec 8—Dec 14

    Dec

    9

    Q&A 1: CV & Case Study

    Tue 12/94:00 PM—5:00 PM (UTC)

    Pitch Yourself like No One Can

    4 items

    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

Week 3

Dec 15—Dec 20

    Dec

    16

    Q&A 2: Pitch and Networking

    Tue 12/164:00 PM—5:00 PM (UTC)

    Dec

    20

    Pitch Practise

    Sat 12/204:00 PM—5:00 PM (UTC)

Bonus

    Access 10🌟 inspirational Portfolios from accomplished UXR and Product Designers

    1 item

    Homework Library ✨

    1 item

    Access to all previous Q&A Recordings

    4 items

    Access to 2 special events recordings

    2 items

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

 
 

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

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

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

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

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

Avantika Mohapatra

Product Design Lead

Meet your instructor

Lena Kul

Lena Kul

Founder @ ku:l | I help designers land great roles & teams find great designers

From Design Recruiter to UXR to Founder.



After years of building world-class Product Design and UX Research teams at Miro and N26, I took the leap to launch kuːl — my boutique agency reimagining how top-tier design talent is hired and supported in their global job search.


I’ve had the privilege of hiring some of the best designers in the industry, and in a rare turn of events, I was able to join one of the very teams I helped build. This experience of working directly as part of a design department gave me invaluable insight into the candidate's journey and a deeper understanding of what hiring managers and founders truly need.


It’s shaped my approach to work — grounded, human-centered, and with a clear understanding of both sides of the hiring table.


What I Offer:

Strategic Application Design: Crafting compelling application strategies that convert into interviews and offers

Personalized Job Search Advising: Tailored guidance for Designers & UX Researchers

Portfolio & Case Study Reviews: In-depth feedback to elevate your professional materials

Mock Interviews & Pitching: Refining your pitch for the toughest interview scenarios

Breaking into FAANG & Top Tech Roles: Unlocking the secrets to landing roles at top companies by understanding their unique needs and expectations


Background & Highlights:

Ex-Miro & N26: Led hiring for global Design & UX Research teams through hypergrowth stages

Top-Tier Hiring Expertise: Successfully recruited from top companies like FAANG, Spotify, Zendesk, and Shopify

Former UX Researcher at Miro: Led quant & qual research initiatives on Miro’s core product

Founder @ kuːl: Revolutionizing design hiring globally

Career Advisor: Supporting high-performing Product Designers & Researchers at all stages of their careers

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Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search

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Dates

Nov 30—Dec 20, 2025

Payment Deadline

Dec 1, 2025
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Course schedule

4-6 hours per week

  • 4 Live Sessions

    Join me for weekly live sessions to get all of your questions answered, practice, and connect!

  • Pre-recorded Sessions with all Materials You Need

    2-3 hours/week

    Access all pre-recorded materials and go through them at your own pace to maximize your learning from the course. You’ll retain access even after the course is complete, allowing you to refresh your knowledge at any time!

  • Access to All Projects from Other Students

    every 3 days

    Everyone will be completing their projects and submitting them to the designated channels, providing an opportunity for all to view each other's work.

Free resource

Free Job Search Template

This is a template that would help you reflect and build a job search strategy.


Inside you will find:


  1. Self-Reflection Framework: Explore techniques for self-assessment
  2. Using Insights in Your CV and Portfolio: Discover how to leverage self-reflection insights effectively
  3. Targeting & Prioritizing Employers: Learn how to identify and focus on employers that align with your goals and values.
  4. How to Craft Your Pitch: Creating a compelling narrative that works
  5. Finding the Right People to Network With: Identify effective & free methods for networking

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Active hands-on learning

This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects

Interactive and project-based

You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams

Learn with a cohort of peers

Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you

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Join an upcoming cohort

Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search

Cohort 8

$549

Dates

Nov 30—Dec 20, 2025

Payment Deadline

Dec 1, 2025
Get reimbursed

$549

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3 Weeks