What I do:
User-Centered Design
Information Architecture
Low/High-Fi Prototype
UI Design
Visual Design
Design System
Wireframe
Content Strategy
Persona
User Journey Map
Qual/Quant UX Research
What I use:
Figma
Illustrator
Photoshop
Origami
Premiere Pro
Adobe XD
InDesign
Webflow
P5.js
Arduino
Bezi (XR spatial design)
What I'm like at work:
Cross-team Collaboration
Time Management
Communication
Problem Solving Mindset
Critical Thinking
Storytelling
Empathetic
Attention to Details
I am a User Experience Designer / Product Designer based in Chicago. With a strong background in communications design and HCI, I am skilled at creatively solving problems using design thinking. My user-centered design approach, combined with my empathetic nature, allows me to prioritize the user's needs and put humanity at the forefront of all my work.
I graduated from Human Centered Design and Engineering (a Human-Computer Interaction) program at University of Washington. Before that, I obtained my Bachelor of Fine Arts at Syracuse University in Communications Design.Ā I am currently working as an UX/UI designer at Halo Media and have worked with multiple clients across various industries such as: Mercer, Universal Music Groups.
I was born and raised in China, and at age of 13, I went to middle schools in US (yep, the independent international kid that survived in boarding school haha!). My bi-cultural journey has been an incredible adventure, shaping my ability to approach design and problem-solving with a uniquely adaptable mindset. From Washington DC to Boston, New York to Seattle, and now settled in Chicago with my partner, I've embraced a nomadic lifestyle that continuously expands my perspective on design and human experience.
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In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, exploring nice restaurants, exercising, and spending time with my cat. I am always excited to meet new people and collaborate on cool projects. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or simply want to say hi .
M.S. in Human Centered Design & Engineering
University of Washington (2022-2024)
B.F.A. in Communications Design
Syracuse University (2018-2022)
Halo Media
I started to work as a full-time UX/UI designer at Halo Media after the completion of Grad school.
We are currently designing a product that supports insurance consultants to organize and share information more efficiently.
Case studies on these projects will be posted soon! :)
In the summer of 2023, I had the opportunity to work as a Content Design Intern with Instagram's Core Creation team. Over this 3 months internship, I immersed myself in the dynamic and fast-paced environment of one of the world's top tech companies.
This experience not only exposed me to the rigors of the UX industry but also allowed me to collaborate with so many exceptionally talented individuals. I gained invaluable insights and skills that I am eager to leverage in my future careers.
Check out my internship overview here>>
United Nations
I had the privilege of working as a Design and Advocacy Intern at UNAIDS for 6 months. Each day brought new motivation, knowing that my design work could positively affect thousands of people.
While this internship primarily focused on visual and communication aspects, the soft skills I acquired during this period were invaluable. These skills enriched my professional toolkit and enhanced my ability to make meaningful contributions in a global context.
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Check out my internship report here >>
Tencent
This was my first professional experience in UX ever. My tasks involved designing the user flow for parents using a new educational product targeted at children between 5-10 years old. This internship introduced me to the UX industry and taught me to always put users' needs first.