experienced, adaptable, and collaborative designer

Senior User Experience Designer

• Collaboratively led the Teacher Experience Design team for the Open Learning Platform.
• Worked cross-functionally with instructional designers, academic leads, engineers, and product to deliver user-centered learning experiences.
• Designed new features for K-12 teachers that improved classroom efficiency and content access.
• Used data and feedback to iterate UI patterns, creating elegant, scalable, and accessible interfaces across the product ecosystem empowering content discoverability.

Senior Product Designer

• Developed a skeleton design system and HTML/CSS components for internal custom software, enhancing team efficiency and streamlining software development processes.
• Worked closely with back-end engineers to expedite the creation of new custom software applications through systems thinking and effective collaboration.
• Implemented design solutions that addressed complex technology problems, contributing to the overall efficiency of the organization.

Senior Creative Designer

• Collaborated with a diverse range of clients across various industries, including financial, construction, and 0-1 initiatives.
• Led client teams both on-site and remotely, improving project delivery and team cohesion through effective leadership
• Collaborated with engineering teams in an agile format to streamline design processes, resulting in more efficient project completion.

Design Director

• Led design for all interactive initiatives across online properties and native iOS applications, enhancing overall usability and functionality.
• Designed subscriber email communications that contributed to increased engagement and improved user satisfaction.

Lead UX/UI Designer & Art Director

• Led UX and visual design for CNET News and digital editorial features, improving engagement and interaction.
• Advocated for visual consistency across teams, scaling design standards and editorial product guidelines.
• Designed content-forward editorial interfaces with a focus on discovery
• Collaborated with editorial, product, and marketing teams to elevate content presentation across web and mobile.

Graphic Designer

• Collaborated with the internal marketing and communications team to promote membership and brand awareness.
• Designed tradeshow graphics, magazine layouts, and advertising campaigns to enhance audience engagement.
• Developed visually compelling materials that supported marketing initiatives and strengthened brand presence.