A UX/Product Designer and User Researcher with a strong emphasis on crafting user-centric digital experiences.
My approach to UX and user research is deeply rooted in empathy and guided by the belief that it’s an essential ingredient in design. I’m extensively trained in interviewing best practices, including crafting the most effective questions. This training enables me to conduct research with sensitivity to diverse perspectives, without judgment or ethnocentrism.
I create graphic art designs for mobile and desktop UI’s, boosting engagement, and lead trivia game banner creation for enhanced interaction. With a knack for diverse design, I ensure brand-aligned visuals, while also offering vital UI insights for seamless and stylish interfaces.
I crafted user-centered content and graphics for web and social media platforms, aligning design strategies with client and user needs. I built and maintained responsive webpages on WordPress, Shopify, and Squarespace, executing successful email campaigns to expand digital reach.
I collaborated with professors to ensure effective communication and a cohesive learning experience. Assisting students in overcoming technical challenges facilitated a smooth transition to virtual education. Additionally, I managed grading responsibilities, offering timely, constructive feedback to support academic growth.
Charting My UX Research and Design Path: Incorporating Design, Psychology, Anthropology, and Beyond
Anthropology MA Student
My studies have provided me with an appreciation for the factors that shape human health and cultural practices in our modern technological world. These experiences have prepared me to contribute meaningful research in my profession.
Graphic Design and UX Consulting
I create graphic art designs for mobile and desktop UI's, boosting engagement, and lead trivia game banner creation for enhanced interaction. With a knack for diverse design, I ensure brand-aligned visuals, while also offering vital UI insights for seamless and stylish interfaces.
UX/Product Design Intern
I crafted user-centered content and graphics for web and social media platforms, aligning design strategies with client and user needs. I built and maintained responsive webpages on WordPress, Shopify, and Squarespace, executing successful email campaigns to expand digital reach.
Research Team Lead
Heading a team of seven, we created and executed a study evaluating the SAGE Project's impact in San Diego, California, shaping initiatives on homelessness and eco-friendliness, among others. I oversaw and conducted participant observations and targeted interviews with SDSU faculty, SAGE staff, and students. Furthermore, my team and I presented findings to the SAGE Project clients, translating research insights into strategic recommendations.
My studies have provided me with an appreciation for the factors that shape human health and cultural practices in our modern technological world. These experiences have prepared me to contribute meaningful research in my profession.
Instructional Student Assistant
I collaborated with professors to ensure effective communication and a cohesive learning experience. Assisting students in overcoming technical challenges facilitated a smooth transition to virtual education. Additionally, I managed grading responsibilities, offering timely, constructive feedback to support academic growth.
Student Researcher
As part of a 27-member team, I collaborated in creating, distributing, and analyzing a survey with 34 respondents for the San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Accessibility Survey at San Diego State University. Our findings led to recommendations provided to MTS to enhance accessibility.
Psychology Research Lab Assistant
Supporting multiple research teams, I explored topics such as biases in witness testimony and facial processing. I actively recruited and guided participants through protocols, utilizing R and SPSS for data analysis.
BA, Anthropology & Psychology
During my time at the University of Nevada, I explored cultural diversity in anthropology and delved into the complexities of the human mind in psychology. Additionally, I enhanced my technical skills with a computer science course. Outside academics, I was active in the Honors Program, Disney Club and Swim Club. These experiences prepared me for a professional research career.
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