A decade of experience as a Designer, leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver exceptional user experiences.
Skills
Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite.
Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Wireframing and Prototyping
Knowledge of HTML & CSS
Experience
UX Architect / Senior Product Designer, Radian / Homegenius, (Remote), 2021 — 2024
Played a vital role in defining our digital product's user experience and product design strategy.
I worked closely with cross-functional teams, including Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing, to create intuitive, engaging, and impactful user experiences.
Utilized my expertise in user research, interaction design, and information architecture to drive the design process from concept to execution.
Developed & maintained style guides for three rebrands and two products.
Conducted user research, & usability testing sessions to gather feedback and optimize the user experience based on user insights. Utilized usertesting.com to gather information.
Acted as a mentor to junior designers, providing guidance and support in their professional growth.
Director of UX Design, Radian / Homegenius, Greater Salt Lake City Area, 2018 — 2021
Led, mentored, and inspired a team of UX/UI designers. Provided clear direction and feedback to ensure the team delivered high-quality design work.
Developed and articulated a compelling vision for the user experience of our products. Collaborated with senior leadership to align UX strategy with business goals.
Oversaw the entire design process, from concept to final implementation. Ensured consistency and coherence across all digital touchpoints.
Created and maintained design guidelines, style guides, and pattern libraries.
Conducted user research, & usability testing sessions to gather feedback and optimize the user experience based on user insights. Utilized usertesting.com to gather information.
Acted as a mentor to junior designers, providing guidance and support in their professional growth.
Sr UX Designer, Radian / Homegenius, Greater Salt Lake City Area, 2017 — 2018
Created wireframes, storyboards, sitemaps and screen flows to communicate design ideas effectively.
Developed high-fidelity prototypes to demonstrate user interactions and design concepts. Designed intuitive and engaging user interfaces that aligned with the company’s branding and design standards.
Worked closely with product managers, developers and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and constraints. Then presented and justified design decisions, incorporating feedback to refine and improve designs.
Created and maintained design guidelines, style guides, and pattern libraries.
Lead design workshops & brainstorming sessions
UX Lead Designer, Redbell Real Estate, Greater Salt Lake City Area, 2015 — 2017
Led UX Design Initiatives for Radian client Red Bell Real Estate.
Oversaw and guided the UX design process, from research and ideation to prototyping and testing, ensuring a user-centered design approach.
Senior Designer, Wicked Audio, Lindon, UT, 2015
Developed package design, video compilations, social media and web graphics.
Focused on headphone product design, illustrated graphics, typography and iconography.
Assisted with photoshoots and with product shots.
Heavy use of style boards and competitor research.
Performed usability research and product testing.
Senior Designer, Game Gear, West Valley, UT, 2012-2015
Lead designer for rebrand of the company.
Created a team of highly skilled designers.
Created the logo mark for the new brand identity.
Gathered and analyzed data research.
Illustrated team logos, mascots and team uniform designs.
Photographed and edited uniform and sports apparel images for catalog and website.
Graphic Design Instructor, Eagle Gate College, Layton, UT, 2011-2012
Taught multiple areas of design including Prepress, Color Theory, Design Principles, Typography / Layout, Intro to Design.
Graphic Artist / Graphic Designer, Super Top Secret, Salt Lake City, UT, 2009-2011
At this creative agency, developed brand identities, package designs, video compilations, social media and web graphics, along with snowboard, skateboard and ski graphics.
Created style guides for multiple brands
Illustrator and designer for many campaigns and products.
Education
B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Utah Valley University, US, 2009-2011
Graduated with Honors, GPA: 3.8/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Interactive Design, User Experience Principles, Digital Illustration
A.A. in Behavioral Science, Emphasis in Anthropology, Utah Valley State College, 2001-2003
Personal qualities
Creative and innovative thinker with a keen eye for aesthetics.
Strong communicator, capable of effectively articulating design concepts.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
Passionate about staying current with technology and design trends.
Interests
Art and painting. I display my work in the Urban Arts Gallery and the Bizarre Bazaar
Love the mountains, enjoy hiking, fishing, and kayaking.
Grew up snowboarding, skateboarding, and playing the guitar and bass.
Love all things design.
