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Experience

UX Designer

Freelancer

Remote | Jan 2020 - Present

  • Designed intuitive mobile and web interfaces that enhance user experience and meet business goals.

  • Built and maintained scalable design systems in Figma, ensuring visual and functional consistency.

  • Created unique brand designs to strengthen product identity.

  • Conducted user research, including interviews, usability testing, and surveys, to inform design decisions.

  • Collaborated with stakeholders, developers, and designers to make sure the successful implementation of design solutions.

Virtual Reality UX Designer/Researcher

Utah Valley University 

Orem, Utah | Dec 2020 - Dec 2022

  • Designed and developed a VR experience for prospective students, enhancing remote campus visits.

  • Conducted user testing and research to refine the experience, identifying key pain points and improving engagement.

  • Coordinated team collaboration to meet project goals on time while maintaining high design quality.

  • Documented research findings and provided actionable insights to guide future projects.

Adjunct Professor

Utah Valley University

Orem, Utah | Aug 2025 - Present

  • Teach foundational IT courses emphasizing usability, information structure, and systems thinking.

  • Guide students through project-based problem-solving and technical decision-making.

  • Align coursework with modern tools, accessibility standards, and current industry practices.

Lead Volunteer

UX STRAT

U.S. & Europe | Mar – Sept 2022

  • Organized and led student volunteer teams for international UX conferences in both the U.S. and Europe.

  • Planned logistics, including travel, scheduling, and grant applications to support team participation.

  • Partnered with conference leadership to manage in-person and virtual event operations.

  • Supported speakers and attendees to ensure smooth execution and positive conference experiences.

AV/Media Volunteer

Maize - Corn Party

Indiana | Mar 2022

  • Supported live AV production and technical setup for an in-person conference, collaborating with a cross-functional volunteer team.

  • Captured, organized, and managed event media (photo and video) for post-event marketing and social media use.

AV Volunteer
UX STRAT

Boulder, Colorado | Oct 2021

  • Organized and ran AV for the international conference with an in-house team.

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