A lifelong learner and problem solver, I have a knack for breaking things down and building them back up. I excel at bringing clarity to ambiguous projects and prioritize building smart systems that support design success.
In my 6+ years of design experience, I've worn many hats. I've worked as an individual contributor creating design deliverables for end-to-end product experiences from research plans to functional prototypes. I've led a team of talented designers and researchers focusing on design operations and growth. Most recently, I've been consulting with brands and partnering to provide design expertise at startups.
My process is simple - start big and bold, listen and learn from people often, iterate, iterate, iterate, and deliver designs that tie back to clearly defined goals.
Naturally optimistic and passionate about creating human connections, I strive to have a positive impact on people and products with my work. I'm constantly inspired by what can get done with a team of thinkers. The meaning of my name is pure and light-hearted which I feel like perfectly embodies my spirit.
I don't take myself too seriously, am not afraid to ask thoughtful questions, and work extremely hard. I seek ambitious teams and projects that have a clear mission. I want to work where curiosity is celebrated.
Let's chatFreelance Experience Designer & Researcher
Partnering with brands to design solutions that engage their communities and lead design initiatives that are rooted in research.
Currently building a design system for a startup in the email data space.
Director of Experience Design
Senior UX/UI Designer
UX/UI Designer
Oversaw and created strategic vision for design research, interaction design, and design system teams to scale and grow the practice effectively.
Led end-to-end UX design projects from planning, conducting, and analyzing mixed-method research to leading collaborative cross-functional workshops.
As an individual contributor I designed landing pages, product feature updates, oversaw A/B testing and optimization programs, and prototyped design solutions and strategies for a variety of clients ranging across different industries.
UX Design Intern
UX Intern at Seattle Website Development agency. Learned HTML/CSS, completed Google Analytics certification, designed deliverables for web and email, and presented solutions to clients.
UX Design Immersive in San Francisco, CA
Completed a 10-week immersive UX program in San Francisco. I was exposed to an accelerated curriculum designed by top practitioners in the field. I worked on a series of independent, team, and client facing projects. In addition to gaining broad industry knowledge and learning how to independently apply specific UX methodologies, I gained invaluable experience in effective communication and design thinking skills.
Visual Display Intern
Designed, planned, constructed and installed window and store merchandise displays at the Pearl District location.
Leadership
Design Operations
Design Strategy
Management & Mentoring
Presentations
Research
1:1 Interviews
Diary Studies
Usability Testing
Contextual Inquiry
Journey Mapping
Surveys
JTBD
Design
User Flows
Wireframing
Prototyping
Design Systems
Visual Design
Research & Collaboration
User Interviews
dscout
UserZoom / UserTesting / Vurvey
SurveyMonkey
VWO / Optimizely / Adobe Target / Monetate
Miro
Design & Build
Figma / AdobeXD / Sketch
InVision
Adobe Creative Suite
HTML / CSS / JavaScript (Beginner)
→ SketchUp - 3D Design for Interiors
→ Creative Confidence
→ The Design Thinking Playbook
I'm a newish cat owner and admit I'm definitely obsessed with my big orange tabby. Finn has the fluffiest tail and looks like a real life version of Puss and Boots. He's simply the best.
I enjoy getting outside, exploring my beautiful backyard - the PNW, and catching a sunrise or sunset. Above is a picture from summiting Mt. St. Helens a couple years back! We lucked out and got a clear day.
I'm a part-time realtor and full-time home renovator. Most weekends you'll find me tinkering on a house project or searching for a real estate investment opportunity.
Growing up I played competitive soccer for 15 years so sports have always been important to me. Now, I like to cheer on the Timbers, Blazers, 49ers, and Ducks.
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