Product Designer
About Me.
I am a passionate product designer with a unique blend of artistic flair and teaching experience. My background as a special education teacher has honed my skills in creating accessible and user-friendly designs, ensuring inclusivity for all. I'm thrilled to apply my artistic talents to design captivating interfaces and innovative design solutions that not only look great but also cater to users' specific needs and preferences.
Education
Product Design
Flatiron School
Oct 2022- Nov 2023
Completed intensive training in UX/UI design, developing skills in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and translating user needs into practical digital solutions.
Certification in Teaching
Notre Dame of Maryland University
June 2018 - May 2020
Built strong communication, facilitation, and empathy skills by designing structured learning experiences tailored to diverse audiences.
BA in Studio Art
University of Maryland
May 2012
Developed a foundation in visual composition, design principles, and creative problem-solving that informs clear, user-focused interface design
My Skills
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UX/UI
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Product Design
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User Research
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Figma
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Adobe
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Microsoft Suite
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Google Workspace
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Wireframing
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Prototyping
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User Flows
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Accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA)
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Usability Testing
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Visual Design
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Typography
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Responsive Design
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Design Systems
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Web Content Management
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SEO & Analytics
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Agile Workflows
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Visual QA
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Data Visualization
Work Experience
UX/UI Designer
Good Beats
January 2025- Present
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Refined the organization’s website experience by addressing usability gaps and improving accessibility alignment with WCAG standards.
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Partnered with stakeholders to align design updates with organizational goals and apply those needs into clear interface improvements.
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Collaborated closely with developers to ensure accurate implementation of design specifications across devices.
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Introduced a consistent visual system that strengthened brand cohesion and improved user navigation.
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Evaluated and adjusted layouts to support responsive behavior across varying screen sizes.
Junior Creative Designer
Citizen Codex
Aug 2024- January 2025
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Designed interface components and prototypes in Figma, ensuring accessibility considerations were integrated from the start.
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Contributed to the development of a shared design system, helping maintain consistency across multiple products.
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Coordinated with developers within Agile sprints, clarifying design intent and resolving implementation questions.
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Improved site usability through thoughtful content structuring and layout adjustments within CMS environments.
UX/UI Designer
Wellbeing Assisted Living LLC
Dec 2023 - Aug 2024
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Led the redesign and ongoing content management of the company website, improving navigation, accessibility, and user engagement.
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Created high-fidelity wireframes, responsive layouts, and user flows to optimize user experience across platforms.
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Applied accessibility testing and usability feedback to refine web interactions and visual consistency.
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Collaborated with stakeholders to plan and prioritize web updates, ensuring alignment with business goals and SEO best practices.
Art Teacher
Magruder High School
Aug 2021 - June 2023
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Designed learning experiences tailored to diverse audiences, strengthening empathy and communication skills.
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Broke down complex ideas into clear, structured formats that are directly applicable to UX design.
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Balanced multiple priorities while maintaining consistent delivery across projects and timelines.
Art Teacher & Paraeducator
Shady Grove Middle School
Oct 2017 - June 2021
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Leveraged monitoring and support skills to ensure inclusive design, with a focus on accessibility, particularly for users with varying learning abilities and needs.
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Cultivated an empathetic approach to design, drawing on experience in creating a nurturing and inclusive educational environment for a diverse student body.
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Delivered comprehensive art instruction using various materials and techniques, cultivating a strong foundation in design fundamentals for a class of 30 students.
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Implemented user-centered design concepts in art projects.
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Encouraged student creativity through constructive critiques and discussions, promoting a holistic approach to design thinking.