Technical Skills
Familiar in Adobe xD, Adobe After Effects, Digital Photography, Principle, InDesign, Photoshop, and Acrobat
Education
November 2018–January 2019
User Experience Design Course
University of Washington
September 2011–June 2015
BDes in Visual Communication Design
References
Experience
Lake Stevens, WA: December 2023–July 2024
My role as a designer on Microsoft Rewards involved advocating for customer driven design throughout the collaboration with the product team and key stakeholders.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including developers and product owners, to deliver innovative digital solutions.
- Guides and supports junior designers throughout the design process, growing their confidence and storytelling.
Microsoft / UX Designer
Lake Stevens, WA: May 2022–December 2023
I was a lead designer on the Clarity WXC design team, and I spearheaded a complete product rebranding.
- Led the design of enterprise-level solutions, ensuring cohesion and consistency across multiple products.
- Managed the design process from discovery and concept ideation to full-fidelity prototype designs.
Microsoft [Contract - Murphy & Associates] / UX Designer
Lake Stevens, WA: May 2021–April 2022
As a designer on the XPay team, I was responsible for the Edge Shopping, account management, and payment methods features. I designed the Express Checkout, where I conducted user research to make a user experience that was easy and elegant.
- Transformed customer and business objectives into compelling, feasible products.
- Designed and prototyped user interfaces, creating sitemaps and process flows to enhance user experience.
HP / Interaction Designer
Lake Stevens, WA: October 2020–May 2021
Collaborate with the TechPulse and Veneer team to design a seamless experience. Work with Project Managers and Team Leads to understand goals and faciliate practical, well designed solutions. Culivate brand awareness by working the design systems team on the Windows experience.
Microsoft / Designer
Redmond, WA: November 2019–September 2020
Work with the Azure Mobile team to create strong visual and interaction designs. Collaborate with Project Managers, Developers and Engineers to create amazing experiences for customers on Android. Collaborate with various teams across Azure Framework to create high-quality icons and illustrations. Managed the scope of work to align with both Microsoft and Azure guidelines.
The Gottman Institute / Design Director
Seattle, WA: July 2016–September 2019
I managed the company’s brand voice, design systems and the entire marketing assets. I played a key role in all product packaging, event marketing, and social media assets. During my time, we developed a strong brand recognition and a consistent system to work within. This included a full website redesign, that was built responsively with the assistance of a external agency who I guided as a creative director.