More About Me
Researcher, Designer, Writer and...Baker?!
Hey there! I am an experienced UX Researcher and Designer with 5+ years of experience in defining and creating simple and consistent workflows and interfaces across several products. I also possess over 15 years of experience in communications, public speaking, copywriting/ghostwriting, copy editing, instructional design and learning and development.
I enjoy understanding people and their perspectives, learning their needs and desires to build empathy into product design that better centers the human experience.
I've worked for local government entities and partnered with local business to conduct research, author reports, produce designs, and present findings. I earned a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Communication Studies with emphases in Technology and Interpersonal Communication. My previous collegiate work focused on digital communications, social media, and human interaction.
Outside of work, I love to bake everything from basic breads to fine French pastry. I admire bakers like Claire Saffitz, Christina Tosi, and Dana Pollak who make creative works of every bake. I also enjoy reading, running, hiking, creative writing, and video gaming during my free time.
Thanks for learning more about me. And don't be a stranger! Hit me up if you think we'd be a good fit for projects.
Cheers,
Education
Ph.D., Communication Studies – Technology, Media, and Law
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
M.A., Communication Studies – Technology and Communication
Boise State University
B.A., Communication and Mass Media
Minors: History, Japanese Studies
Boise State University
Awards
Memberships
Certifications
Journey Mapping, in progress
User Research - Methods and Best Practices, in progress
Design Thinking: The Ultimate Guide, in progress
UX Management: Strategy and Tactics, in progress