Worked with MorganStanley in their Wealth Management division using Figma to deliver enterprise-level design solutions. I developed user flows, mockups, and prototypes as part of the process in designing new features for their Next Best Action (NBA) application – a campaign manager used by thousands of financial analysts and managers to communicate with current and prospective customers.

As the Principal User Experience Design Engineer at Second Front Systems, I was responsible for leading and managing a small team of other designers. Additionally, I develop and execute strategies that further engage customers in a user-centered, data-driven experience. My daily activities include:• Working with other managers and executive team members to develop and hone a road map for the current product, Atlas Fulcrum.• Work internally and with outside vendors to acquire, mentor, train, and retain top-tier talent.• Analyze current deployments and deliver an outstanding user experience through the use of current and trending UX methodologies and design techniques.• Lead process and workflow initiatives to better utilize resources in an Agile-driven methodology.• Organize, conduct, and facilitate design sprints to quickly and effectively drive design ideas from conception to execution.• Ideate, sketch, and prototype user-centered workflows and systems to comprehensively communicate designs with all stakeholders and development team members.

As the senior user experience designer working for a startup, I’ve had to leverage my experience and skills efficiently and pragmatically. Putting into practice user-centered design principles while managing time and budget constraints takes discipline. I’ve happily taken on these challenges and excelled in them. Daily, my functions include:• Designing and creating wireframes, flows and prototypes for a cloud based, multi-tenant logistics application using Figma and Axure RP 8.• Leveraging my experience and skills in HTML, CSS and Javascript to create and tweak views and pages.• Conducting and presenting usability studies and research reports while working with the executive team.• Working in a fast-paced environment to quickly hand off deliverables to product managers and developers.• Consulting and mentoring developers and managers on usability and accessibility best-practices.

Working on Johnson & Johnson's LifeScan team, I was brought on to rapidly create designs andprototypes for their OneTouch Reveal mobile diabetes tracking application. My functions included:• Creating a mobile platform for data visualization wireframes, flows, and designs in Figma,Photoshop, and Illustrator.• Consulting on design strategies concerning FDA 510k medical device submissions and approval.• Used Axure RP 8 and Figma to craft high-fidelity, interactive data-visualization prototypes formobile device user testing.

Part of United Heath Group, I provided user experience and user interface guidance and prototypes for Optum’s patient management healthcare system. Consulted with peers and senior management to help evolve their product into a streamlined, integrated application.• Used Axure extensively to create high fidelity, rapid prototypes.• Used Photoshop to create visually concise and pixel perfect mockups.• Consulted on areas needing WCAG accessibility attention and provided solutions for ADA compliance.• Conducted user research with internal customers and stake holders.• Conformed to established design standards and provided feedback on areas of improvement.

Converted from a contract to a permanent employee.

Worked with the Prime Experience team on creative deliverables, essential product developmentdirection, and customer-centered user advocacy. Most works involved:• Axure RP, Sketch, FramerJS, Invision, and other applications to create functional, interactive,high-fidelity data visualization and dashboard prototypes for cutting-edge, next-generationweb and mobile applications and products.• Performing usability testing, focus groups, and strategic research to increase KPIs.• Conducting user research and design sprints to facilitate strategic planning.• Using Adobe Suite and Figma to create accessible icons, UI elements, application templates &mockups.• Accessibility leadership and accessibility compliance initiatives, development, and design.• Worked with UI developers to resolve complex UI development problems for both mobile and webplatforms including responsiveness, interaction, and technical issues.

Worked with the Director of User Experience and Sr. Director of Product Management to develop AssuranceCM – a flagship, web-based business continuity and disaster recovery SaaS application.• Worked on the User Experience team with the Director of User Experience and Interaction Designer to provide detailed prototypes, user journeys, user stories, and interaction models.• Worked with SASS to provide object-oriented CSS code.• Led accessibility compliance initiative and helped develop policies to meet WCAG and §508 specifications.• Designed and developed HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code for mobile responsive and platform agnostic front end of C# application as well as native mobile apps.• Ensured code fidelity with graphic designer mock-ups and style guides.• Worked in a fully agile environment, helped build user stories, participated in planning poker sessions, and tracked progress in JIRA• Created sophisticated, responsive front ends, interactions, and animations using JavaScript and the jQuery, jQuery UI and Sencha ExtJS frameworks.• Mentored colleagues in user interface development, design, and accessibility.

Worked with company president and vice presidents of information technology, marketing, and product design to completely refresh, update, and modernize the company’s flagship desktop application UI, corporate website, and branding — including new logos, color palette, and design elements. I also delivered product demonstrations and testimonial videos with cutting-edge visual effects.• Designed and developed front-end user interface for .Net-based desktop and web-based applications for the recycling and waste management industry using jQuery, HTML and CSS along with Photoshop, Illustrator, and Microsoft Visual Studio.• Redesigned corporate website to dramatically enhance and update design and user experience using WordPress, PHP, jQuery, HTML, and CSS.• Created and led a successful collaborative effort to refresh and update the company brand, logo, typography, color palette, and images.

Led technology start-up initiative and business development for a boutique design agency. Successfully created multiple websites and applications while managing day-to-day business responsibilities, leading colleagues, and training interns. Additionally, I:• Worked in agile PHP environment primarily using Drupal and Wordpress frameworks for development.• Consulted on best practices for front-end development and user-centered design• Coded designs in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.• Procured and managed resources.• Developed sites using hand coding, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, and other site architecture tools.• Interviewed and hired consultants and freelancers for projects.• Initiated, developed, and managed RFP and bid proposals.• Advised partners on development and design best practices.

During site redesign, I was the front-end design engineer responsible for designing and coding front ends for the company’s veterinary publication portal – http://www.vetlearn.com. Additionally, I acted as a consultant, mentor, trainer, tester, and analyst.• Worked in agile .Net environment using the DotNetNuke CMS platform.• Developed full UX and UI layouts, mockups, and wireframe functionality; skinning.• Acted as advisor on the development of requirements gathering, functional design specs, and market segmentation.• Produced code using HTML/CSS/JavaScript.• Mentored and trained publication editors on CMS usage.• Used jQuery framework to create advanced Javascript and AJAX user interfaces.• Exceeded deadline expectations while working in an extremely fast-paced environment.

DuPont Surfaces needed a dynamic, top-notch creative talent for their client, DuPont. development, design, and management were part of the role. • Consulted on projects and provided feedback on areas needing improvement.• Participated in site redesign using Interwoven CMS and JavaScript.• Used 3D Studio Max and Adobe After Effects to produce architecture firm’s Flash web experience.• On-going, weekly training in Project Management.

At QVC, I worked in a fast-paced environment to support their TV ads with companion web and e-commerce product advertisements and pages. The timely designs were completed while I:• Collaborated with internal clients to understand their business objectives and design preferences, resulting in visually appealing websites that effectively communicated clients’ messages.• Developed wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) to present design concepts and gather feedback from stakeholders.• Worked closely with developers to translate design concepts into functional web advertisements, providing design assets and specifications to maintain design and QVC brand integrity throughout the development process.• Conducted usability testing and gathered user feedback to identify areas for improvement, iterating on designs to enhance usability and accessibility.• Stayed updated on emerging design trends and technologies, incorporating new techniques and tools to continuously improve design quality and efficiency.

Promoted to Senior Designer.

• Collaborated with clients to understand their business goals and design preferences, leading to the successful completion of 10+ website projects.• Developed creative concepts, wireframes, and mockups, and iteratively refined designs based on client feedback.• Created visually appealing website layouts, graphics, and user interfaces using Adobe Creative Suite.• Implemented responsive design principles to optimize websites for various devices and screen sizes, ensuring consistent user experience.• Worked closely with developers to implement designs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while providing design assets and specifications.