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UX/UI

UX/UI

UX/UI

UX/UI

UX/UI

UX/UI

Designer,

Designer,

Designer,

Designer,

Designer,

Designer,

Problem Solver

Problem Solver

Problem Solver

Problem Solver

Problem Solver

Problem Solver

I am dedicated to crafting bold, smart, and creative digital solutions that are guided by empathy, research, and data.

Nice Things People Say About Me

My Skillset

UX Research

Uncovering meaningful insights through research drives strategic decisions and ensures user and business goals are achieved.

UX Testing

Conducting rigorous testing and iterating design is key to crafting delightful and efficient user interfaces.

Information Architecture

Organizing content logically and clearly makes complex information easier to understand and enhances usability.

Interaction Design

Designing intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling interactions ensures users always understand what the best next step is.

System Design

Building robust design systems streamlines processes, enhances collaboration, and ensures efficiency and consistency.

Graphic Design

Beautiful design aids legibility, accessibility, and comprehension, builds brand equity, and creates trust with users.

My Skillset

UX Research

Uncovering meaningful insights through research drives strategic decisions and ensures user and business goals are achieved.

UX Testing

Conducting rigorous testing and iterating design is key to crafting delightful and efficient user interfaces.

Information Architecture

Organizing content logically and clearly makes complex information easier to understand and enhances usability.

Interaction Design

Designing intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling interactions ensures users always understand what the best next step is.

System Design

Building robust design systems streamlines processes, enhances collaboration, and ensures efficiency and consistency.

Graphic Design

Beautiful design aids legibility, accessibility, and comprehension, builds brand equity, and creates trust with users.

My Skillset

UX Research

Uncovering meaningful insights through research drives strategic decisions and ensures user and business goals are achieved.

UX Testing

Conducting rigorous testing and iterating design is key to crafting delightful and efficient user interfaces.

Information Architecture

Organizing content logically and clearly makes complex information easier to understand and enhances usability.

Interaction Design

Designing intuitive, accessible, and visually compelling interactions ensures users always understand what the best next step is.

System Design

Building robust design systems streamlines processes, enhances collaboration, and ensures efficiency and consistency.

Graphic Design

Beautiful design aids legibility, accessibility, and comprehension, builds brand equity, and creates trust with users.

Brands I’ve Worked With

Brands I’ve Worked With

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Black & White photograph of home office

Curriculum Vitae

Work Experience

Grey

Associate Director of UX & Product Design
May 2024 – Present

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Senior UX Architect
November 2021 – April 2024

Cincinnati, Ohio

Barefoot

Senior UI/UX, Graphic, & Web Designer
June 2019 – October 2021

Cincinnati, Ohio

KBD

Senior UI/UX, Graphic, & Web Designer
May 2018 – March 2019

Louisville, Kentucky

Sleep Outfitters

Graphic & Web Designer
December 2016 – April 2018

Lexington, Kentucky

Big Ass Fans

Graphic & Web Designer
April 2016 – November 2016

Lexington, Kentucky

Serif Group

Junior Graphic Designer
October 2015 – March 2016

Lexington, Kentucky

ISPA

Graphic Design Intern
May – August 2015

Lexington, Kentucky

Mad Dog Mail

Graphic Design Intern
July – November 2014

Jacksonville, Florida

The Murray State News

Advertising Production Manager
January 2012 – December 2013

Murray, Kentucky

Rafting in the Smokies

Whitewater River Guide
Summers 2011, 2012, 2013

Hartford, Tennessee

Yellowstone Park Service Stations

Station Attendant
Summer 2010

Old Faithful, Wyoming

Education & Certifications

Nielsen Norman Group

UX Certification
Credential ID: 1088051

New UX Managers,
The Human Mind and Usability,
Analytics and User Experience,
Emerging Patterns in Interface Design,
Design Systems and Pattern Libraries

2024

Murray State University

Post-Baccalaureate Studies

Graphic Design Major
Art History Minor

2012 – 2013

Murray, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Bachelor's Degree

Journalism Major
Studio Art Minor

2006 – 2010

Lexington, Kentucky

Awards & Recognition

Eagle Scout

Troop 79

2005

Somerset, Kentucky

Cannes - Gold Pharma Lion

The Most Beautiful Sound
Innovative Use of Technology

Grey Health

2023

Addy - Silver Medal

Coke Studio
User Experience

Grey

2024

Cincinnati, Ohio

Addy - Silver Medal

Coca-Cola My Player
User Experience

Grey

2024

Cincinnati, Ohio

Addy - Gold Medal

Volvo Electric Miles
User Experience

Grey

2023

Cincinnati, Ohio

Addy - Silver Medal

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2018

Lexington, Kentucky

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