Résumé
UX Research & Product Management & Design
Education
University of California, Berkeley
M.S. Information Management & Systems
Emphasis: UX Research, Product Management & Design
May 2027 (Expected)
Relevant Courses: User Research Experience, UX for AI, UI/UX Design, Information Visualization & Presentation, Lean/Agile Product Management, Information Organization & Retrieval
Designed end-to-end user experiences for AI-powered tools and digital platforms, creating wireframes, interactive prototypes, and visual design specifications that prioritize accessibility and user engagement.
University of California, Santa Cruz
B.A. Sociology — Minor in Technology Information Management
GPA: 3.7 / 4.0
Relevant Courses: Systems Analysis & Design, Webpage Design & Build, Python Programming, Management & Commercialization of Technology, Prompt Engineering
Research: Led multi-method qualitative research study on long-term effects of parental divorce, conducting in-depth interviews with 20+ participants, performing thematic analysis to identify user needs and pain points, and delivering a comprehensive thesis report with actionable insights.
Research Experience
Research Assistant
Remote
- Conducted user research by analyzing stakeholder interviews using systematic thematic analysis to identify user needs, behavioral patterns, and insights that informed research strategy and design decisions.
- Collaborated with Principal Investigator to design research studies, develop interview protocols, and synthesize complex qualitative data into clear visual presentations and written reports for diverse stakeholders.
- Applied an empathy-driven approach to understanding user perspectives, advocating for user-centered design solutions throughout the research process.
UX Research & Design Project
UC Berkeley — School of Information
- Led end-to-end UX research projects from concept to delivery, including user research planning, participant recruitment, usability testing, data analysis, wireframing, and stakeholder presentations demonstrating design impact.
- Designed and executed usability studies for digital platforms, creating personas, user journey maps, and interactive prototypes in Figma to validate design decisions and improve user satisfaction.
- Conducted qualitative research through in-depth interviews and diary studies to uncover user needs, pain points, and opportunities for innovation, translating findings into actionable design recommendations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including designers and developers, to ensure accessible, inclusive design solutions that resonated with diverse user backgrounds and abilities.
Professional Experience
Licensing Intern
Complex Networks — Los Angeles, CA
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams (Design, Product, Marketing) throughout the product development lifecycle, contributing to brainstorming sessions and translating concepts into actionable workflows.
- Improved information architecture and data organization systems, creating more intuitive structures that enhanced team collaboration and decision-making efficiency.
Data & Research Intern
Educational Partnership Center — Santa Cruz, CA
- Created data visualizations and dashboards using Excel to communicate user engagement metrics and behavioral insights to program stakeholders, driving data-informed program improvements.
- Designed and delivered research presentations that translated complex quantitative data into accessible visual narratives, enabling non-technical stakeholders to make informed decisions.
- Collaborated across diverse teams to optimize data collection processes and implement user-centered enhancements that improved program effectiveness.