I hold a B.A. in Peace & Conflict Studies from U.C. Berkeley with a focus on community-based education. I used to speak a little Spanish having spent a semester studying abroad in Mexico.
I later earned an M.A. in Multimedia from California State University, East Bay, where my thesis explored the cultural impact of digital media.
In 2023, I enhanced my skills by earning Nielsen Norman Group certifications in both UX Design and User Research.
Outside of design work, I enjoy spending time outdoors — cycling is my favorite pastime, though I also appreciate a good hike.
Originally from California, I now call Vancouver, WA home.
“Good design, when it’s done well, becomes invisible. It’s only when it’s done poorly that we notice it.”
— Jared Spool
Designing interfaces that strip away complexity and make it easy for users to accomplish what they came to do.
User interviews, A/B testing, usability studies, surveys. Let's find the best, most cost-effective means to communicate with and understand our users.
From error messages to entire tone frameworks, I write copy that supports not just tasks, but the overall user experience.
UX Design and User Research are often misunderstood in software organizations — I can help to present, clarify, and promote the team's contributions.
I'd love the opportunity to discuss how my skills and experience can align with and support your organization's goals.