About me
I'm a creative & curious designer skilled in delivering end-to-end solutions that align business goals with user needs. With experience in fintech, HMI systems, telematics, and IoT, I translate complex functions into intuitive experiences grounding design decisions in research insights.
Experience
Powerful Web
Portland, OR
Aug. 2023 - Present
Enhanced design workflows by streamlining template customization and building comprehensive design system. This system supports 9 web themes hosting 1,023 components with 2,340 variables, aiding 55 modes that facilitate & support style variations within the 9 main themes. The new design system & template structure resulted in a 40% decrease in production time.
Geniant
San Francisco, CA
Nov. 2023 - Jan. 2024
Supported Franklin Templeton iPad app development through UI asset delivery and design system management. Expanded the design system providing UI support for new features, created story maps, user flows, and prototypes to demonstrate alignment of expectations. Collaborated daily with design leads and developers to deliver key updates and features for investment bankers on the move.
Frog
San Francisco, CA
Aug. 2021 - Apr. 2023
Delivered engaging interactive experiences and innovative solutions across education, telematics and IoT product offerings. For 2 years I collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, developers and product managers to deliver intuitive and user-centric solutions that merge business goals with user needs. I used data and research insights to guide design decisions, driving business outcomes and providing delightful usability for client customers.
Created user-centered designs by understanding business requirements, voice of the customer, user journeys, customer feedback, and usability findings. Ensure the customer voice is present by incorporating customer feedback, usage metrics, and usability findings into design.
Soul of Nomad
Santa Clara, CA
Jun. 2020 - Jul. 2021
Companies & Partners
Services & Skillset
User Research & Testing
Leveraging user insights ensures designs are deeply aligned with audience needs, increasing product usability and market relevance. This approach minimizes costly iterations by addressing user pain points early on, resulting in products that resonate and perform effectively.
Wireframe & Prototyping
Quickly translating ideas into prototypes allows for efficient feedback loops and early validation of concepts, accelerating project timelines. These deliverables help stakeholders visualize and refine functionality, ensuring we deliver exactly what users need and want.
Design System Development
My experience in building robust design systems ensures consistency and scalability across platforms, reducing design and development time. A well-structured design system enhances brand coherence and enables teams to focus on innovating rather than re-creating components, leading to faster, high-quality project outcomes.
Interaction Design
My experience in creating responsive and meaningful interactions supports products that feel dynamic and intuitive. Well-thought-out interactions enhance usability, guiding users effortlessly and adding delight to the experience, which can significantly boost product satisfaction and adoption.
UI/UX Design
With a keen eye for creating intuitive, visually appealing interfaces, I enhance user satisfaction and engagement. Strong UI/UX foundations lead to seamless, enjoyable experiences that meet business goals and drive user loyalty, ultimately supporting product adoption and growth.
Workflow Optimization
I streamline workflows to improve team efficiency and consistency, reducing redundancies and enabling faster, higher-quality delivery. This results in smoother project execution and a more collaborative environment that fosters innovation and keeps projects on track.
Lets Work Together!
Big ideas deserve great design. If you're looking for a product designer to bring clarity, creativity, and strategy to your project, let’s talk. Send me a message—I’d love to hear what you’re working on!