Candace Wilson Email & Phone Number

Lincoln, Nebraska, Us

San Francisco, Ca, Us

Consistently ranked Top 1% of mentors in design.I'm passionate about giving back and continuing to learn, which is why I love mentoring designers all over the world. It's a fulfilling experience that helps me grow as a professional, and I get to make an impact on the lives of other designers. Connect with me or book a session: https://adplist.org/mentors/candace-wilson

San Francisco Bay Area, Us

• Led a team of five UX designers/researchers, driving the maintenance and enhancement of the Virufy app grounded in data-driven results.• Contributed UX research and design skills to a non-profit organization leveraging AI technology for the detection of COVID-19 from cough patterns. • Orchestrated user testing research, generating valuable insights to guide the design process.• Analysed user drop-off patterns, using this data to inform effective strategies to improve user retention and engagement.• Implemented design updates, focusing on optimizing the overall app experience for users.• Showcased updated Figma designs to stakeholders and developers, facilitating a smooth hand-off process.• Led team standup meetings to ensure clear communication, addressing any questions and removing potential blockers for efficient project progression.• Conducted regular design feedback sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning within the team.• Identified and swiftly addressed any design or collaboration issues that arose, ensuring a smooth workflow and optimal team performance.• Mentored and guided team members, promoting professional growth and high-quality output.• Actively encouraged team members to propose innovative solutions and improvements, cultivating a dynamic and creative work environment.

Brentwood, Tn, Us

• Conceptualized and crafted marketing pages for the corporate website, enhancing the digital presence and reach.• Designed innovative new application features using AdobeXD, improving user experience and engagement.• Created wireframes that laid out the architecture of the intended design for web and mobile applications.• Developed prototypes for web and mobile applications, allowing stakeholders to visualize and understand proposed designs before full development.• Conducted comprehensive project research to inform the design process and ensure the end product aligns with user needs and business goals.• Pioneered the wireframing for an online marketing catalog, setting the groundwork for a cohesive and efficient design process.• Led photography initiatives, capturing high-quality images to elevate the brand aesthetic and visual storytelling.• Managed the usage of photography for internal purposes, providing visual assets to support company initiatives and communication.• Coordinated the third-party use of photography, expanding the brand presence through external advertising of the app.• Regularly collaborated with the development team and stakeholders, ensuring alignment between design objectives and technical feasibility.

Knoxville, Tn, Us

• Crafted various marketing materials for multiple hospitals, covering different mediums like web graphics, print materials, and digital projects.• Pioneered extensive photography initiatives, capturing impactful visuals across the entire hospital system.• Worked closely with various teams to ensure a unified brand image and maintain quality across all visual outputs.• Managed the simultaneous handling of multiple projects, meeting stringent deadlines while preserving exceptional design quality.• Strengthened brand identity by delivering creative and fitting graphic solutions.• Produced and revised branding projects to evolve with hospital objectives and audience needs.• Balanced creative vision with the practical requirements of a healthcare setting, ensuring design accessibility and effectiveness.• Guided the selection of graphics, colors, and typefaces to ensure alignment with brand guidelines.• Proactively communicated with stakeholders to clarify design requirements and receive feedback.• Tracked the latest design trends and technologies to keep the brand's visual identity fresh and engaging.

• Offered strategic consulting in the domains of branding and website development, with a particular emphasis on user experience design.• Undertook market analysis and comparative research to guide design decisions and enhance user interaction.• Oversaw and modified WordPress sites, personalizing them to meet client business objectives and user requirements.• Developed distinctive logos and webpages, utilizing design thinking principles and UX practices to provide effective solutions for clients in their respective markets.• Employed social media advertising channels, like Facebook and Instagram, for client acquisition and engagement, thus broadening my client network.

• Brand designer for innovative handbag company. • Designed catalogs, hang tags, logos, web graphics, store signage for worldwide stores.• Worked independently as well as a team to craft modernized marketing pieces.

Knoxville, Tn, Us

Layout and design print pieces from catalogs, newsletters, postcards, and branding collateral. Output design for print to film.

Executive Mba, Business

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Liberal Arts, With Focuses In Psychology And General Management

Certificate, Full Stack Development & Computer Science

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (Aas), Graphic Communications