Lead Product Designer — open to new opportunities
I have 10+ years as a designer with a background spanning consumer, enterprise, and startup environments. I specialize in leading end-to-end discovery and engagement solutions, with a proven track record of driving user growth and streamlining processes. I'm drawn to creative challenges with highly innovative teams and am eager to deliver fresh, impactful solutions — ready to do the best work of my career.
2023 | Lead Product Designer @ Caffeine — Live Streaming Startup
I delivered foundational features and engaging solutions that drove company growth by supporting creators and enhancing the viewer experience. Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, I helped launch features that enabled new communities and creators to thrive on the social streaming platform. My work on discovery, engagement, and conversation initiatives significantly boosted content discovery, increased viewer engagement, and contributed to key DAU / MAU milestones. ➞
2020 | Lead UI / UX Designer @ Freelance — Small Businesses and Startups
My freelance experience strengthened my ability to operate independently, make strategic decisions, and drive user-focused outcomes in ambiguous environments. I leveraged my design expertise to redefine product requirements, prioritize features, and collaborate directly with founders and small teams. Through research and prototyping, I helped transform early-stage products into actionable roadmaps and significantly improved digital experiences for customers. ➞
2018 | Senior UI / UX Designer @ IBM — Digital Service Tools
I designed digital service tools for both enterprise and consumer products, focusing on technical users across complex industries. I quickly learned new industries to identify user pain points and help teams work more efficiently. I led design thinking workshops with stakeholders and executives to identify root problems and align on solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional and international team members, I worked on large-scale initiatives to streamline processes, promote services, increase revenue, and introduce new technologies. Mentorship from industry veterans enabled me to advance from junior to senior designer during my time at the company. ➞
2014 | Visual Designer @ Freelance — In-house & Agencies
I began my design career as a freelance Visual Designer, working across industries and mediums to explore where my creativity and skills could have the most impact, and discover what I liked.
Why I Design
Inspired by the interaction of movie sequences and storytelling of indie films, I earned a degree in Graphic Design at Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) while taking courses in Film and Motion Media. I’ve always been excited by opportunities that start with a spark of an idea and launch with something people can actually use. I enjoy the balance of strategic problem-solving and visual storytelling, while bringing playful interactions into real-world experiences.