About Me
Embracing a rich heritage that is both Japanese and American, I bring a unique perspective to the design industry. With over 8 years of experience, I specialize in creating intuitive, user-centric digital products, blending UI/UX, digital design, and product discovery.
My passion lies in tackling complex design challenges and excelling in collaborative environments. I thrive when working closely with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that align with both product and business objectives.
From crafting visually stunning graphics to optimizing user experiences, I leverage my broad skill set to drive design innovation and deliver impactful results.
Experience
Earbuds | Founding Product Designer
Full-Time
Oct 2021 – Feb 2024
- Led a full-scale rebranding initiative for a revamped app, which included redesigning the logo, developing a new branding guide, overhauling the website, and launching a series of social media campaigns.
- Co-directed the complete strategic redesign of the mobile app post-pivot, achieving a 40% increase in user engagement by aligning the product more closely with market needs and improving product-market fit.
- Co-led the development of a company-wide design system and updated component libraries, which reduced design inconsistencies by 30% and cut down on production times, speeding up project turnaround.
- Developed 3-4 high-fidelity prototypes per project across 13 projects, notably the ‘Earbot’ AI feature set, resulting in a 50% increase in both daily and monthly user engagement and retention rates.
- Collaborated closely with engineers, product managers, and marketing teams to integrate seamless design solutions that enhanced brand consistency and communication, reducing cross-departmental misalignments.
TopPlate | Lead Digital Designer / Lead UI UX Designer
Contract
Sep 2021 – Apr 2024
- Branded the company with a new logo and branding guide, enhancing brand visibility and cohesion.
- Worked with the lead UI/UX designer to shape the app, later taking on the role to address user problems and enhance user experience.
- Although marketing isn’t my primary expertise, I was tasked with enhancing user engagement by crafting social media videos, resulting in a 33% increase in average views. This demonstrates my ability to quickly learn and adapt, showing that I am not afraid to step out of my comfort zone.
RevCatch | Senior Digital Designer
Jul 2020 – Feb 2022
- Designed over 12 logos and redesigned 2, achieving a 93% retention rate of active use, with the majority of these projects completed in less than two weeks.
- Managed the design and implementation of over 12 websites, increasing traffic by 30%, user engagement by 45%, and customer conversions by 22%.
- Delivered diverse digital and print design solutions, including social media posts, custom code web elements, and a major article redesign for print.
Freelance | Digital Designer / UI UX Designer
Freelance & Contract
Aug 2017 – Current
- Crafted and refreshed over 10 logos with an 80% long-term utilization rate, leading to high client satisfaction and repeat business. as evidenced by numerous client returns and referrals.
- Redesigned and optimized multiple websites, improving user experience and increasing visitor retention by 25%.
- Produced a variety of marketing and digital materials, including business cards, flyers, product labels, invites, posters, and graphics and videos for web and app deployment, increasing user engagement by 33%.
Insight into my
Comprehensive Skill Set & Expertise
With a comprehensive blend of design skills and proficiency in various tools and technologies, I bring a versatile and impactful approach to every project. My ability to navigate both creative and technical aspects allows me to deliver innovative and effective design solutions.
Design Skills
- UI/UX Prototyping
- Wireframing
- User Flows
- Visual Design
- Illustration
- Branding
- Responsive Design
- Design Systems
- Web Design
- Print & Publication
- Usability Testing
- Iteration
- Data-Driven Design
- Journey Mapping
- Personas
- Social Media Design
Tools & Technology
Adobe Creative Suite
Web Designer
85%
Figma
Web Designer
95%
HTML / CSS
Web Designer
75%
ChatGPT / AI
Web Designer
80%
SVGator
Web Designer
86%
Rotato
Web Designer
90%
Miro
Web Designer
85%
Zeplin
Web Designer
80%
Play App
Web Designer
76%
Education
Utah Tech University
Bachelors in Science
Computer Information Technology with an emphasis in Digital Design
Featured projects
Innovative Designs &
Case Studies
Discover a selection of projects showcasing my expertise in UI/UX, digital design, and product discovery. With each case study demonstrating my attention to detail, creative problem-solving, and commitment to delivering user-centric solutions.
