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United States

Conduct extensive user research across four squads to uncover areas of opportunity and deliver valuable insights and solutions. Prepare and present findings and recommendations to the entire organization, driving informed decision-making. Provide mentorship to designers, empowering them in the democratization of user research, fostering a user-centered culture.

Remote

Championed a user-centered mindset to facilitate research that informed strategic decision-making. Successfully validated new concepts and iteratively improved existing products to elevate the overall user experience. Employed an extensive repertoire of research methods to gain comprehensive insights. Fostered collaboration and alignment with clients, ensuring shared project goals and seamless coordination.

Remote

Drove the implementation of an iterative design thinking process, cementing the importance of user research by procuring a user testing platform and advanced prototyping tools. Demonstrated expertise in leveraging industry best practices and a comprehensive repertoire of strategic and tactical user research methods to unearth actionable recommendations. Collaborated closely with prominent outdoor industry brands including Osprey and Patagonia.

Harnessing user data and analytics reporting, drove iterative improvements resulting in a 30% increase in task success and a 40% boost in NPS within three months. Developed interactive designs for complex web applications, meticulously crafting user flows, information architecture, and prototypes utilizing InVision. Conducted comprehensive UX research, employing interactive testing of high and low fidelity prototypes to gather invaluable insights.

Remote

Dedicated 480 hours to immersive project-based UX/UI design education, honing expertise in key areas such as user research and strategy, information architecture, interaction design, user interface design, and implementation. Successfully executed four in-depth capstone projects, collaborating closely with peers and receiving valuable feedback from two expert mentors.

Greater New York City Area

Developed innovative marketing solutions to enhance the customer experience, drive sales, increase conversion and develop brand strength. Led two assistants in developing promotional pricing strategies. Collaborated with vendors on pricing strategies and execution plans. Tested website prior to release to verify functionality and intuitive navigation.

Greater New York City Area

Leveraged reporting and analysis to drive sales, margin, turn and growth. Devised and recommended digital strategies to maximize the online assortment and push digital demand. Produced innovative solutions to increase conversion by over 30%.

Greater New York City Area

Researched new trends and analyzed sales to identify opportunities and make business-driving recommendations. Contributed to the implementation of strategies that increased replenishment business from $1 million to $31 million in one year. Supported development of the assortment plan while driving financial results that maximized sales, inventory and profitability

Novi, Mi

Maintained product specs in an internal database, ensuring all information was current and accurate. Participated in team communications regarding new vendors and forecasting needs. Communicated with external partners in order to ensure timely delivery of products. Assisted in all aspects of merchandising new products while using creative tactics to increase business performance. Completed tasks in a timely manner with strict deadlines while prioritizing multiple projects

Mount Pleasant, Mi

Held regular meetings, developed relationships and offered assistance in order to improve academics. Strengthened and maximized student knowledge while improving grades for students. Tutored courses ranging from CAD (Illustrator, InDesign), retail buying, marketing and advertising

Ann Arbor, Mi

Exercised sound decision making and management skills such as delegation, motivation, and coordination. Performed and participated in daily business operations, effective merchandise set-up, visual displays, inventory and general accounting procedures. Interpreted sales data and analyzed trends to estimate stock needed.

Certified E-Commerce Ux Professional, Ux Research

Engaged in extensive self-study, meticulously reviewing a vast collection of over 71,000 hours' worth of comprehensive e-commerce UX.

Ux Academy, Ux/Ui Design

Dedicated 480 hours to immersive project-based UX/UI design education, honing expertise in key areas such as user research and strategy.

Bachelor Of Applied Arts, Apparel Merchandising And Design, Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Magna Cum Laude

Study Abroad, International Marketing, Photography