experienced, adaptable, and collaborative designer

Helped to lead the Teacher Experience Design on the Open Learning Platform; which is McGraw Hill's online educational learning system for teachers and students across America. Responsibilities included upgrading the UI iteratively while creating new features to create a more efficient teaching process for K-12 teachers across America. Worked cross-functionally with instructional designers, academic designers and product managers.

Embedded amongst a team of back end engineers I created a skeleton design system, along with the html/CSS components while focused on internal custom software. This system helped increase efficiency of the team, and officers across the company while simultaneously expediting the process of creating new custom software applications.

Collaborated with a diverse range of clients across various industries. Provided both on-site and remote leadership to client teams, including cross-collaborating on projects across international borders and time zones.

As Design Director, I oversaw a small design team, leading all interactive initiatives. These included all online properties, an iOS native application, designing subscriber email communications, and branded event marketing materials.

Led the design and user experience for the CNET News product and special feature editorials. Managed design projects end-to-end, from concept to development and through completion. Collaborated closely with editors, writers, and engineers to ensure business goals were exceeeded.