# Ami Gonzalez

> Product Designer @Ceros

Location: Oakland, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/amigonzalez

## Work Experience
### Product Designer @ Ceros
Jan 2022 – Present

### Jr. Product Designer @ Ceros
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Remote

### Product Designer @ weBLACK.
Jan 2021 – Jan 2023 | Santa Cruz, California, United States
I lead the design strategy of two end-to-end products for a startup company to elevate Black voices, build allyship, create a space to empower and uplift identity. Responsible for user research, user flows, wireframes, wireflows, low fidelity mock-up, UI decisions,  usability testing, and high fidelity app prototype.

### Visual Designer and Illustrator @ Art By Ami G.
Jan 2018 – Jan 2022 | Santa Cruz, California, United States

### Content and Community Manager @ NATURE AND INTENT
Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Remote

### UI/UX Designer Career Track Student @ Springboard
Jan 2020 – Jan 2021
700+ hours of hands-on courses, with 1:1 expert mentor oversight, and completion of 4 in-depth portfolio projects. Mastered skills in information architecture, sketching and wireframing, prototyping and testing, eCommerce and browsing, persuasive and anticipatory design, gamification and behavior change, dashboards and data design, social media and messaging, and product lifecycle.

### UI/UX Designer - Project Access (Non-Profit) @ Springboard
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021
I developed and conducted high-fidelity wireframes, clickable prototypes, and usability tests to help underrepresented students apply to top universities worldwide. I designed an end-to-end desktop website to provide underrepresented students an all-in-one centralized platform where they can access their online learning curriculum, track their progress, and connect with mentors.

https://projectaccess.org/

### Administrative Specialist at Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) @ University of California, Santa Cruz
Jan 2018 – Jan 2021 | Santa Cruz, California, USA
I manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the EOP office serving underrepresented students, including oversight in financial analysis, administrative leadership, project management, and marketing engagement.

### Graduate Information Program Assistant at Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) @ University of California, Santa Cruz
Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | Santa Cruz, California
I provided in-person meetings with students to assist them with graduate school applications, scholarships, internships, volunteer opportunities, and individual success goals. I developed workshops for career and educational opportunities beyond a bachelor's degree to facilitate preparation readiness for underrepresented students.

### Co-Chair at Student Environmental Center (SEC) @ University of California, Santa Cruz
Jan 2016 – Jan 2018 | Santa Cruz, California
I served as lead designer for the organization's annual blueprint magazine, outreach, and event campaigns. I evaluated, planned, and redesigned organization structure to align with the organization’s strategic plan, goals, quality, and employee satisfaction. I also coordinated and facilitated staff meetings, leadership training, mentorship programs, need assessment, and team development sessions.

### Bridge Mentor at Educational Opportunity Programs (EOP) @ University of California, Santa Cruz
Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 | Santa Cruz, California
I mentored a cohort of 50-65 first-generation college students through their first year to aid their transition to the diverse college culture. I supported first-year undergraduate students with their transition to UC Santa Cruz by providing valuable information regarding resources available and answering questions in a holistic approach. Also, I developed programs, activities, and workshops to support student cohorts based on student performances, goals, and needs.


## Education
### Bachelor of Arts - BA in Environmental Studies
University of California, Santa Cruz

### UI/UX Design Certification
Springboard

### UCEAP Program - Fall Quarter Program
International Christian University


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/ami-gonzalez
- Portfolio: https://designbyamig.com/

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Last updated: 2026-04-13