About me

I'm at the start of my design journey, bringing a research-driven mindset from my undergrad work. I love the intersection of design, product strategy, and understanding what makes people tick. Whether I'm wireframing interfaces or diving into user motivations, I'm all about creating things that actually solve problems :)

Right now, I'm building my portfolio, exploring UX research and product management, and learning something new every day. Let's connect if you're working on something interesting, or just want to talk design, research, or that perfect product-market fit.

What I like to do

When I'm not working, you'll find me painting nature scenes, experimenting in the kitchen with friends and family, or at the gym. I'm also drawn to music festivals — there's something about dancing and being surrounded by good music and people that energizes me. I'm still figuring out the full scope of what I want to do long-term, but I'm certain about a few things: I want to build and create, be part of a supportive community, and keep learning as I go.

Experience

  1. Research Assistant

    University of California, Santa Cruz · Part-time

    Jul 2025 – Feb 2026

    8 mos

    Remote

    • Conducted in-depth transcription of interviews with local farmers and stakeholders to analyze the H2A program's functionality.
    • Coded and categorized interview transcripts, identifying key themes to support data-driven conclusions.
    • Collaborated closely with the Principal Investigator to ensure research objectives were met effectively.
    Transcription Data Analysis

  2. Licensing Intern

    Complex NTWRK · Internship

    Jul 2025 – Aug 2025

    2 mos

    Los Angeles, CA · On-site

    • Managed the input of a comprehensive inventory of products into Centric, enhancing tracking efficiency.
    • Collaborated in licensing meetings to brainstorm innovative product ideas, contributing to creative project development.
    • Conducted quality assurance checks on product details, ensuring accuracy prior to launch and minimizing errors.
    Organization Skills Inventory Management

  3. Research Fellow

    Pathways 2 Research · Full-time

    Sep 2022 – Jun 2025

    2 yrs 10 mos

    Santa Cruz, CA · Hybrid

    • Participated in a research mentoring program, collaborating with a Ph.D. student to enhance research skills.
    • Conducted a study on the long-term effects of parental divorce on young adults, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative methods.
    • Designed and administered surveys to UCSC students, facilitating one-on-one interviews for deeper insights.
    Literature Reviews Data Analysis

  4. HR and Accounting Intern

    Torn Ranch · Full-time

    Jul 2024 – Sep 2024

    3 mos

    Petaluma, CA · On-site

    • Supported the CFO in processing customer checks and managing financial tasks, enhancing operational efficiency.
    • Utilized Excel to charge customer cards and organize bulk orders, ensuring accurate payment tracking.
    • Redesigned company-wide filing system for customer orders and employee records, restructuring 500+ documents across departments and reducing file retrieval time by 75%.
    Microsoft Excel Filing

  5. Research, Innovation, and Evaluation (REI) Data and Research Intern

    Educational Partnership Center · Part-time

    Jan 2024 – Jun 2024

    6 mos

    Santa Cruz, CA · Remote

    • Conducted comprehensive data collection and analysis to enhance educational services at the Educational Partnership Center.
    • Facilitated college awareness workshops and provided academic and career advising to students.
    • Ensured data integrity and effectively communicated insights to leadership and partner schools, driving informed decision-making.
    Data Analysis Organization Skills