EXPERIENCE
Senior UX Researcher and Designer
July 2023 - Present
Hartford Financial Services Group
Applied 508 compliance standards in UX design and testing, ensuring adherence to accessibility regulations through manual and automated testing methods.
Led cross-functional design thinking workshops to gather UX requirements and optimize user workflow, resulting in a 35% improvement in task completion rates.
Utilized Figma for wireframing and prototyping, creating interactive designs that improved user engagement by 30% through early testing and feedback cycles.
Provided comprehensive technical support for mobile devices (Android and iOS), resolving software bugs, hardware issues, and connectivity problems, ensuring smooth integration with enterprise systems.
Created detailed wireframes based on the user research (UX) as blueprints for web and application interfaces, ensuring alignment with project requirements and user expectations using Figma.
Drove performance improvement initiatives by analyzing user feedback and metrics and implementing changes to enhance overall user experience with quantitative user research methods (usability testing, web & app analytics, card sorting, and surveys).
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, fostering effective communication and integration of user-centered design principles throughout the development process.
Created personas, user flows, journey maps, and other crucial design artifacts to direct the development process.
Took charge of designing all branding, visual elements, and UI patterns.
UI/UX DesignerÂ
August 2020 - December 2021
Coforge
Conducted user research using a combination of quantitative and qualitative methodologies to obtain insights and inform design decisions, developing a deep understanding of user needs and issues.
Created sketches, wireframes, and prototypes to visualize and iterate on design solutions using Figma.
Produced personas, user flows, and journey maps to visualize and communicate user experiences using Figma and Sketch App.
Utilized sketching and wireframing to develop initial design concepts, providing a foundation for collaborative discussions and iterative improvements.
Collaborated with the product design team to translate ideas into high-fidelity UI concepts using Figma and Sketch App, ensuring a polished and visually appealing user interface.
Built and improved internal design processes and strategies through active discussions and workshops, fostering a collaborative and efficient design workflow.
Worked collaboratively with the marketing team to build brand identity by creating compelling landing pages, effective ad campaigns, and user-friendly websites.
Contributed to developing a best-in-class design system, ensuring consistency and efficiency across various products and platforms.
Visual DesignerÂ
June 2019 - August 2020
Tarushi Software Solutions
Created engaging illustrations, logos, and designs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Applied a deep understanding of color theory to ensure appropriate color schemes in all graphic projects.
Demonstrated expertise in layout design, optimizing visual elements for maximum impact.
Collaborated effectively with copywriters and creative directors to produce cohesive and compelling designs.
Ensured consistency and quality by testing graphics across various media platforms, including web and print.
Developed and maintained a visual design portfolio showcasing diverse projects and skills.