Experience Designer / Arity

June 2020 - present; Chicago, IL

• Initiate, plan, and conduct B2B and consumer research studies on mobile experiences for features and products in domestic markets

• Conduct research to explore and evaluate desired experiences, analyze research data, present findings, and make prioritized design recommendations

• Conduct foundational and formative research on an insights repository of best practices, tools, and frameworks for research activities and knowledge-sharing solutions

• Lead design thinking workshops with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, data analytics, sales, and design

 

Owner & Designer / Tiny Bear Studio

March 2015 – present; Chicago, IL

Tiny Bear Studio is a design consultancy offering strategy, research, and design services to great organizations to solve problems and make an impact on their customers lives

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Design Specialist / World Business Chicago

June 2015 – May 2018; Chicago, IL

• Led graphic design and brand management for World Business Chicago and its 15+programs, events, and global strategic initiatives

• Coordinated resources and estimated timelines to consistently deliver materials within budget and deadline requirements

• Consulted and liaised with partners, external production teams, and vendors

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Creative & Website Manager | National Hellenic Museum

September 2013 – May 2015; Chicago, IL

Provided design and direction from concept development through final delivery of all print and digital advertising

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AmeriCorps Member | City Year

July 2012 – May 2013; Chicago, IL

• Provided 1:1 and small group tutoring for 25+ 6-8th grade students; improved grades for six target students

• Oversaw monitoring and evaluation data collection activities, including data verification, transfer, entry, and cleaning

• Disseminated findings in various formats; communicated efforts and outcomes to key stakeholder groups

• Organized social events and implementing of specific initiatives to relay critical feedback to site leadership

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