Professional Summary
Creative UX Designer and Front-End Developer with 10+ years of experience transforming complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences. Skilled in bridging design and development, with a strong focus on accessibility, storytelling, and user-centered solutions across education, fintech, and media industries.
Core Skills
- UX/UI Design: Adobe XD, Figma, Design Systems, Accessibility
- Front-End Dev: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, WordPress
- Creative Tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro
- Platforms: Shopify, KDP, Teachable, Cricut
- Collaboration: Jira, Confluence, Agile workflows
- Specialties: Storytelling, Human-Centered Design, Interactive Prototypes
Experience
Eskolta.org | UX Designer + Front-End Dev Consultant
Jul 2021 – Present
- Designed interactive learning platforms & performance review tools.
- Implemented universal design principles to ensure accessibility.
- Coached teams on design software & tech adoption.
- Developed multimedia application processes for youth programs.
Newclassrooms.org | UI/UX Designer & Front-End Dev
Aug 2012 – Feb 2020
- Designed student/teacher portals, boosting workflow efficiency.
- Automated internal tools replacing manual processes.
- Created marketing assets & maintained design consistency across platforms.
Freelance Designer | Clients: Scopely, BravoTV, StartApp & more
2011 – 2016
- Developed mobile UI/UX for apps & games like The Walking Dead & Top Chef.
- Created marketing campaigns, infographics, and interactive presentations.
Creative Director | anyoption.com
2008 – 2011
- Led UI/UX for trading platforms, optimizing for mobile responsiveness.
- Managed creative teams and launched multi-device financial applications.
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
AAS Communication Design • BFA Graphic Design
Interaction Design Foundation
Certified: Mobile User Experience (2021)
Certifications & Tools
UX Strategy • Accessibility • Visual Storytelling • Animation Basics • Jira • Confluence