Experience

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  Thrively

  • Lead Product Designer

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  Thrively

  • Santa Monica, CA

  • Product Designer

    • Aug 2019 - Present
    • Santa Monica, CA

    In my role, I shape the online educational experience for teachers, students, and parents. Collaborating closely with the founder, I make it a priority to understand the existing challenges and deliver intuitive designs.

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  Sky Castle Studios

  • Product Designer

    • Feb 2017 - Aug 2019

    I was responsible for creating a shopping experience that empowered users to personalize and design their own jewelry using the cutting-edge capabilities of 3D printing with precious metals. This project allowed me to leverage my creativity and product design expertise to deliver a truly unique consumer product.

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  blend.

  • Greater Los Angeles Area

  • User Interface Designer

    • Sep 2015 - May 2017
    • Greater Los Angeles Area

    I worked closely with the creative team to design and deliver user interface designs and graphics for web and mobile apps. Notable clients include: Lexus, Staples Center, Ford Models, Eisner Health, and Carmine.

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  DeveloperTown

  • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

  • UX/UI Designer

    • Feb 2011 - Sep 2012
    • Indianapolis, Indiana Area

    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to produce user-centered design solutions aimed at key business problems or opportunities.• Researched, designed, and prototyped new user experiences based on product requirements defined by senior leadership to share vision with the team and stakeholders.• Gained experience working in an agile environment by participating in user testing and rapid iterations on product features using sketches, wireframes, and high-fidelity mock-ups.

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  Purdue University

  • Graphic Designer & Marketing Team Lead

    • Aug 2009 - May 2010

    • Created visual identity, environmental branding, print collateral, and advertisements for a government-funded collegiate initiative aimed at supporting the next generation of electric vehicles.• Participated in the recruitment of 17 multidisciplinary teams of individuals interested in pushing the boundaries of electric vehicle technology to build and compete in a go-kart race. • Worked alongside a talented cross-functional team to launch Purdue Universities first Electric Vehicle Grand Prix in 2010.

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  Mega Brands America

  • Graphic Designer

    • Oct 2004 - Sep 2009

    • Collaborated in the research, development, and design of puzzle and games.• Participated in the end-to-end process of designing and manufacturing products for global brands, including The Walt Disney Company, PBS Kids, RoseArt, and National Geographic Society.• Designed puzzles and packaging for global brands including the Esphera 360 Disney Pixar The World of Cars 60 piece puzzle.