About Me
I'm a staff product designer with 8 years of experience in enterprise SaaS platforms and complex technical domains.
I'm an expert in applying systems thinking to UX design, creating user-centered solutions for highly technical audiences, and developing scalable and accessible design systems. I excel at collaborating with engineers and cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve product efficiency. My background in psychology enhances my ability to advocate for user needs and goals, while my technical knowledge allows me to bridge the gap between design and development.
My Story
I came to UX design after completing a master's degree in psychology, a lifetime of being an artist, an enthusiasm for technology, and a deep passion about improving peoples lives. Learning is my hobby; nearly any topic is interesting to me (although I most enjoy culture, history, psychology, science, and language). In my opinion, the best part about being a designer is asking questions, digging deep into human behavior, learning how to improve the way we do things, and constantly challenging our assumptions. I will never stop trying to grow and improve - and I love helping others do so, too!
Education
Certificate, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
University of California, San Diego
Master of Arts, Educational Psychology
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Bachelor of Arts, French
University of Richmond
Skills
Product Design
Web design, mobile design, wireframes, prototypes, design systems, accessibility, usability, user research, animation, interaction design, typography.
Art & Illustration
Digital and traditional illustration, still life drawing, watercolor painting, character design, item design, digital photography, photo editing, DIY crafts.
Tools
Abstract, Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Lightroom, Webflow, Mural, Miro, Axure RP 8, InVision, Jira, Confluence, ZeroHeight, Zeplin.
Interpersonal
Verbal and written communication, collaboration, problem solving, creative and technical writing, strategic thinking, organization, synthesis, project management.
