My Résumé

About Me

I'm a seasoned UX designer with a knack for simplifying intricate digital challenges into elegant, user-friendly solutions. My proficiency in articulating recommendations on functionality, content, and navigation to external stakeholders, including C-suite executives, is a testament to my ability to bridge design with strategic objectives. Advocating for users is at the heart of my practice. From project inception to completion, I champion user needs, ensuring their voices are heard in all phases. My expertise lies in orchestrating cross-functional teams, all united by the common goal of creating unparalleled digital experiences.

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My Skills

My ability to blend creativity and strategic thinking not only transforms digital experiences but contributes to making technology more accessible for everyone.

Collaborative, Cross-Functional Leadership

User Research & Analytics-Driven Insights

Information Architecture & Wireframing

Content Strategy & Storytelling

Accessibility & Inclusive Design

Design System Management

EXPERIENCE

Viget

Senior UX Designer

March 2022 — present

UX Designer

March 2021 — March 2022

Solves complex digital challenges through research, UX and product design experience
Leads UX design across cross-functional teams including UX researchers, visual designers, developers, and project managers, fostering the creation of optimal digital experiences
Articulates insightful recommendations regarding functionality, content, and navigation to external stakeholders and C-level executives in a clear and impactful way
Partners with account managers, business development, and project managers to define timelines and deliverables
Distills crucial insights from both quantitative and qualitative research sources
Leverages data and research to inform design decisions and evaluate the effectiveness of designs
Champions the user throughout their journey and in all phases of a project
Leads the accessibility orientation for all new employees stressing the impact design decisions have in making products usable for everyone
Shapes Viget’s accessibility practices as a key member of the accessibility working group
Managed an apprentice (career changer) and intern (college student), providing personalized training and mentorship, offering guidance on group and individual projects, and sharing feedback and performance reviews
Exemplifies collaborative spirit by fostering teamwork, open communication, and active solicitation of feedback

University of Oregon

Assistant Director of Digital Communications

April 2017 — March 2021

Digital Strategist

November 2014 — April 2017

UX designer and content strategist
Spearheaded comprehensive website redesign initiatives for the University of Oregon, including school and college websites and administrative websites.
Developed highly effective and user-centered designs resulting in increased student applications and enrollment
Created and managed the university’s web design system in an agile environment with monthly updates
Effectively presented results to stakeholders and colleagues, fostering a clear understanding of strategic direction and achieved milestones
Engaged in seamless collaboration with researchers, developers, and designers to provide stakeholders with insightful guidance for strategic decision-making, grounded in actionable analytics and data insights
Managed a team that successfully onboarded 300+ site editors on 70+ websites by creating and providing comprehensive training, instruction, and guidance on the university’s web design system, writing for the web, accessibility, SEO, and style
Pioneered University Communication's Google Analytics program, yielding comprehensive analyses and revelations about website user behavior, traffic dynamics, and navigation trends
Built an immersive storytelling team responsible for curating multimedia content on the university’s homepage, contributing to a captivating digital narrative
Hired, coached, and mentored new user experience designers, cultivating a culture of continuous growth and refinement