Professional Summary

Experienced Design Lead and Project Manager with a strong focus on brand identity development, UX/UI best practices, and project execution. Skilled in managing cross-functional teams, crafting strategic digital content, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences.

Experience

Design Lead | Project Manager
DH Systems Solutions
2023-Present

  • Develop and maintain brand identity; manage company website design and UX/UI strategies.

  • Lead marketing initiatives and ensure successful project planning and execution.

  • Foster collaboration across teams for effective business application user testing.

E-Commerce Website Specialist
GoDaddy
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023

  • Designed and managed e-commerce websites, providing comprehensive client support from onboarding to site launch.

  • Expertise in WordPress (WooCommerce), CRM, and Jira; resolved technical issues and exceeded project metrics.

E-Commerce Website Specialist
GoDaddy
Feb 2022 - Sep 2022

  • Managed end-to-end website design projects, focusing on client satisfaction and technical troubleshooting.

UX/UI Researcher – Contract
Hayden Design House
2019-2022

  • Conducted competitive research, developed user research surveys, and facilitated client-focused design solutions.

  • Proficient in Figma for wireframe/prototype design and user research interviews.

Freelance Brand/Website Designer
Freelance
2019-Present

  • Managed multiple client projects, specializing in website design (Wix, Squarespace), SEO, and online shop setup.

  • Experienced in client communications, project management, and creative strategy development.

Education

College of Santa Fe, NM
BA in Psychology & Art Therapy
2009-2011

Loyola University
Psychology & Art Minor
2007-2009

Skills

Critical Problem-solving | UX/UI Design | Front-end Web Development
Figma | Adobe Illustrator | WordPress | CRM | Jira
Microsoft Power Platform | French Speaking

Continuing Education

The Design Skills Course – Bucketlist Bombshells Academy
2019

  • Creative briefs, brand style boards, social media graphics, and marketing materials.

Marketing: Copywriting for Social Media – LinkedIn Learning
2021

Speaking Confidently and Effectively – LinkedIn Learning
2021

Microsoft Power Up Program – Microsoft Power Platform
2024

  • Canvas App & Model Driven App - Design Fundamentals