An optimistic, determined, problem solver who functions effectively as a leader or a team member. My empathetic nature and curiosity for human psychology help me relate to and recognize user pain points quickly. In addition, my ability to generate and communicate creative ideas encourages positive outcomes. With 5+ years of professional experience, I'm comfortable handling multiple projects at once, prioritizing, and meeting hard deadlines.
Academy of Art University — San Francisco
Bachelor of Science Web Design & New Media
Transfer — Completed 141 / 171 Credits
The Art Institute — Pittsburgh
Associate of Science Web Design & Interactive Media
skills.
ui + ux.
vr + desktop + mobile ui
user testing + surveys
data analysis
user personas
storyboards + user scenarios
wireframes
detailed prototyping
product development.
business alignment
market research
agile development
epics + user stories
web + graphic .
icon design
layout design
print design
branding + logo design
html + css
java
design process.
Often, it’s more about the journey than the destination. In design, it’s about both.
The process is important, and it’s something I care about a lot. In both product design and UX design, the process principles are fairly similar. I feel the difference comes down to the “what”. UX design focuses largely on the user’s goals, while product design focuses on aligning business goals AND the user’s goals.
listen & understand.
What are everyone’s goals? Why do we want to start this project/product? Are there any limitations? What do we know? What do we need to find out?
research & analyze.
Secondary and primary research methods are used in this phase to help answer questions about the users so that personas and user stories can be identified.
user-centered design.
Now that I can better empathize with the users it’s time to apply that knowledge & understanding to wireframes and design solutions.
test & iterate.
Arguably the most important part of user experience design is testing. Whether I’m testing a paper prototype for a new product or test a fully developed product looking for improvements, user feedback is valuable.
Well of course I stay current.
Here are some of my favorite real-time resources.
I’m a self-teaching wizard.
I LOVE learning new things. Especially if it will improve my workflow. I’m a quick learner, my versatility gives me the upper hand because I’m able to apply previously obtained knowledge to new concepts and applications.
hobbies + personal interests.
I’m constantly looking for ways to grow and learn, not only in my career but in general. I’m not afraid of anything, besides spiders. I always see the glass half-full which allows me to see the possibilities and opportunities in everything.
travel + adventure.
I’m fascinated by diversity and long to explore places + cultures. I also have a dream of snowboarding as many resorts in the world as possible. Fun fact, there are 5882 resorts worldwide.
fitness + health.
I’m a huge gym and nutrition nerd. I love cooking nutritious meals and physical activity. Lifting, boxing, snowboarding, and hopefully I can add surfing to this list in the near future.
creating + inspiring.
I’m an entertainer at heart. Whether it’s to make you laugh or inform you, I long to create and educate using many forms of media, especially cinematography.