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I'm Dave Emmett, a seasoned professional based in Vancouver, British Columbia, with a strong focus on user experience and interaction design. I have over 7 years of experience at Cova Software, where I currently serve as the Director of Product, having previously held the position of Product Manager. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Acadia University and a Diploma in Interactive Design from Capilano University. I am proficient in a variety of languages and possess a diverse skill set that includes usability testing, web design, user research, and content strategy. My passion lies in creating intuitive user experiences that drive engagement and satisfaction.

Experience

    • Canada
    • Software Development
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Product
      • Jan 2022 - Present

    • Product Manager
      • Dec 2016 - Mar 2022

  • iQmetrix
    • Vancouver, BC
    • Interaction Architect
      • Dec 2015 - Dec 2016
      • Vancouver, BC

  • 7Geese
    • Vancouver, Canada Area
    • Product Designer
      • Nov 2014 - Jul 2015
      • Vancouver, Canada Area

  • bazinga! Technologies
    • Vancouver, Canada Area
    • UX Designer
      • Jun 2013 - Oct 2014
      • Vancouver, Canada Area

  • iQmetrix
    • Vancouver, Canada Area
    • Interaction Architect
      • Jan 2012 - Jun 2013
      • Vancouver, Canada Area

    • User Experience Designer/Developer
      • Sep 2011 - Jan 2012

    • Interaction Architect
      • Apr 2010 - Sep 2011

      I create great experiences for users by conducting user tests, producing comprehensive site maps, and delivering detail oriented wireframes.

    • UX Intern
      • Mar 2011 - Apr 2011

      During a 6 week internship at OpenRoad, I'm doing a redesign of the information architecture of their intranet, and conducting usability testing with clients of their social intranet software, ThoughtFarmer.

    • Research Coordinator
      • May 2008 - Dec 2008

      The Network for End of Life Studies is a grant funded palliative care research project based out of Dalhousie University.Responsibilities:• Assisted with the production of scientific reports and posters, including layout, design, and copy editing.• Updated the grant website on a continual basis.• Regularly arranged cross-departmental meetings.• Managed a large contact database, relaying information as needed through various mediums.Accomplishments• Organized the Network’s annual meeting for over 50 attendees.• Managed the development of two community focused research reports.

    • Managing Editor/ Production Manager
      • Sep 2007 - Apr 2008

      The Athenaeum is Acadia University’s weekly student newspaper.Responsibilities• Placed stories and other content into the newspaper under tight deadlines. • Created advertisements to run within the newspaper. • Managed the short and long term deadlines of the production cycle. • Copy edited stories to prepare them for placement in the newspaper.Accomplishments• Oversaw a complete redesign of the newspaper at the beginning of my tenure.• Took on the additional role of Managing Editor, helping to coordinate the interaction of the staff.

    • Teaching Assistant
      • Sep 2006 - Apr 2008

      I served as a teaching assistant in the Psychology Department while obtaining my undergraduate degree.Responsibilities• Marked tests and assignments under strict deadlines. • Provided one-on-one assistance to students through weekly office hours. • Led weekly discussion groups for 20+ first year students.Accomplishment• Was the first undergraduate student to lead first year Psychology discussion groups.

    • Photo Editor
      • Sep 2006 - Apr 2007

      Responsibilities• Took photos to complement the written content of the paper. • Organized a team of volunteers to photograph local events. • Edited all photos and images for the newspaper, then collaborated with the Production Manager to determine their placement.Accomplishment• Was promoted to the position of Production Manager for the following academic year.

Education

  • 2009 - 2011
    Capilano University
    Diploma, Interactive Design
  • 2003 - 2008
    Acadia University
    Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

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