Resume

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Concept-driven and scenario-focused user experience and interface design for mobile, web, and applications
  Exemplary written and verbal communication
• Ethically driven to act as strong advocate for customers and users
• Voracious curiosity and determination to get things done right
• Vital partner in user research studies, turning observations into actionable design recommendations
• Presentation of concepts, roughs, comps, and final collateral to stakeholders and development partners
• Front end development utilizing HTML5, CSS3, font embedding, media queries, and content management systems
  Identity, branding, and packaging design, mockup, and layout with multi-media production experience
• Comfortable in both PC and Mac computing environments

CAREER EXPERIENCE

Seattle Central College
Adjunct Instructor| September 2017 - Present

• Creation and presentation of curriculum providing an introduction to interactive design processes, usability testing, and Adobe XD with a focus on mobile device platforms
• Facilitation of project-based group assignments, preparing Graphic Design and Visual Media students for real-world work demands encountered in their respective fields
• Moderation of example-based discussions exploring standard mobile interaction patterns, native platform differentiation, and user interface best practices
  

Microsoft
Windows Devices Group, Cloud + Enterprise
Designer 2 | October 2014 - October 2017

• Agile iteration to create and refine intuitive user-flows for global enterprise customers and complex IT scenarios
• Advocation of platform-consistent experiences and balanced brand presentation with Program Managers and Developers
• Creation and modification of comprehensive mockups, redlines, and interactive prototypes with internal tools and HTML

Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI)
Interaction Designer | September 2011 - July 2014

• End to end design and development support for REI’s iPad app
• Optimization of REI.com features to create immersive, digital commerce experiences for mobile web and smart-phone apps
• Coordination with external vendors, supporting implementation detailed specifications, production assets, and on-site collaboration utilizing Agile/SCRUM development practices