Resume

Experience

UX Designer

Good Research | November 2019 – Present​

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Visualization Designer

Creative Coding Lab at UC Santa Cruz | June 2018 – November 2019

• Coauthored two papers submitted and accepted to IEEE Vis 2019.

• Designed and implemented the GUI editor for RuleVis, a web app that visualizes molecular biological systems from rules written in Kappa language.

• Created visual supplements for publication including figures and a short video.

• Provided design feedback to six graduate-level research projects in order to create intuitive user experiences for web and VR.

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Designer

Code Naturally | August 2018 – June 2019

• Increased usability of web-based coding app for students aged 8-15 learning to code. Achieved through user research, development of initial sketches, and creation of mockups and wireframes consistent with company branding.

• Designed 100+ logos, graphics, and collateral materials for web and print.

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Discrete Math Tutor

Learning Support Services at UC Santa Cruz | April 2017 – December 2018

• Facilitated peer-based learning and mastery of course material for groups of up to 20 students through lecture and participatory learning exercises.

• Emphasized active learning styles, non-hierarchical teaching practices, and empathetic leadership.

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Engineering Intern

Kiva.org | July 2016 – September 2016

• Conducted requirements and early design phases for an app to allow Kiva lenders to perform key actions within the Kiva community including: browsing and lending money, and interacting with other users and lending teams.

• Researched user and market base; created initial mockup sketches; created InVision wireframe.

• Independently conceptualized and realized initial project phases by self- teaching necessary technologies.