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.
Designed Earbot, a playful AI character that extended the visual identity. Created supporting assets like a custom loading animation to build personality across touchpoints—contributing to a 50% increase in user engagement and retention.
- 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
Lead Digital Designer | Sep 2021 – Jan 2023
Lead UI/UX Designer | Jan 2023 – Apr 2024
- Branded the company with a new logo and branding guide, enhancing brand visibility and cohesion.
- Collaborated with the lead UI/UX designer to shape the app’s direction, then later stepped in to continue and build on the foundation, focusing on addressing user pain points and improving the overall experience.
- Created a product roadmap and introduced a system to help align cross-functional teams and reduce inconsistencies.
- Led QA and bug testing efforts, and conducted user research to guide product decisions.
- Took the lead on any visual designs from in-app illustrations, marketing materials, and merch.
- Designed a marketing campaign, enhancing user engagement by crafting social media videos, resulting in a 33% increase in average views.
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.
Gratitude Journal USA | Lead Product Designer
Co-Founder
Jan 2020 – June 2021
- Co-founded a mission-driven company focused on supporting mental health among at-risk youth through a thoughtfully designed Gratitude Journal.
- Led end-to-end product design grounded in user research to ensure an engaging and effective experience for students.
- Defined the target audience through research and community outreach, then developed the brand’s visual identity—including logo, website, social media, and print materials.
- Drove marketing and direct sales efforts, establishing partnerships with high schools, therapists, and youth centers to expand the journal’s reach and impact.
Refer.io | Digital Designer
Internship
April 2020 – June 2020
- Designed 50+ resume templates in 10 days to be used for web and print.
- Redesigned the Refer.io website, along with widgets to be used on various partnering sites.
- Prepped files for web export. Interacted with customers through email.
- Illustrated headers for partnering websites.
Basic Invite | Custom Design Specialist
Full-Time
Nov 2019 – June 2020
- Collaborated directly with customers to bring their invitation designs to life, ensuring every detail matched their vision.
- Provided personalized support via chat, email, and phone, and processed orders to ensure a smooth experience from start to finish.
- Contributed to custom card design support—handling advanced edits, layout adjustments, and personalized elements that went beyond what customers could customize on their own.
Utah Tech University | PR Manager
Part-Time
Aug 2017 – May 2019
- Served as a PR manager for Raging Red, a performance group at Utah Tech University. I managed their social media presence and boosted engagement through consistent, targeted content.
Designed flyers, posters, brochures, and social media posts to support outreach efforts.
- My goal was to help the group connect with people, build meaningful relationships, and promote the university’s mission—something I achieved through increased follower growth, stronger event turnout, and a more recognizable brand presence on campus.
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.
