# Keely McCormick > Product Designer | UX Designer | UX/UI Designer | Figma | User-Driven Data Location: Oakland, California, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/keely πŸŽ“ In 2023, I completed an intensive UI/UX certification with the goal of becoming a UX designer. UX perfectly balances my background in research and design, allowing me to leverage my Environmental Science background and web design experience for nonprofits and political campaigns. 🌱 After graduating from Willamette University, I worked at a Native Plant Nursery in Golden Gate National Parks, where I experimented with plant growth techniques and managed data closely. Then, I joined CVNL, a volunteer organizing nonprofit, where I expanded their digital presence and designed their volunteer matching website. I also built websites for local elections as a political consultant. πŸ“ˆ This past year, I've been working at a startup in the US as their Product Designer. I’ve taken their existing chatbot, insights dash, and other products and turned them into beautiful, user-centric products that work for the user instead of against. πŸ’» I decided to transition to UX because it combines my artistic inclinations and passion for web design with my scientific background. 🐾 Currently creating an app and website to help others move abroad with their pets. As someone who moved abroad with my cat, it's been exciting to work on something with real-world applications. Going to use it to travel the world with my cat Georgie! 🐱 🀝 I would love to connect with anyone in the UX field! Let's share experiences and grow together. πŸ”— Check out my portfolio: keelymccormick.com Skills: Accessibility, User Experience, UX Design, Product Design, User Interface, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Visual Design, Prototyping, Information Architecture, Usability Testing, User Flows, Journey Mapping, Sketching, Design System ## Work Experience ### UX Designer @ PeopleReign Jan 2026 – Present ### Product Designer @ PeopleReign Jan 2025 – Jan 2026 ### Go PetJet - Web and Mobile App @ UX/UI Designer Jan 2023 – Present | Remote - Developing Go PetJet, a mobile app that simplifies international pet travel by consolidating government and airline regulations, offering comprehensive assistance for individuals relocating abroad with their pets. - Conducted comprehensive user research, including surveys and interviews, to gather insights on user needs and preferences. - Created wireframes and prototypes using Figma to visualize and iterate design concepts. - Conduct usability testing sessions to gather feedback and refine the design for optimal user experience. - Collaborate with developers to ensure design feasibility. ### Kickstand - E-commerce @ UX/UI Designer Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | Remote - Streamlined a bike e-commerce site’s checkout flow to increase revenue (Kickstand). - Created wireframes and prototypes using Figma to visualize and iterate design concepts. - Delivered high-fidelity mockups and a comprehensive design system to ensure consistency across all digital touchpoints. ### GalleryPal - Mobile App / Design Sprint @ UX/UI Designer Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | Remote - Designed a mobile app to improve users experience at museums and galleries (GalleryPal) - Facilitated a 5-day design sprint to rapidly prototype and test solutions for key user pain points using Google Design Sprint methodology, following the Sketch, Decide, Prototype, and Test phases to refine and perfect the mobile app's user experience. - Synthesized user research and competitive analysis to inform design decisions and align with user needs. - Developed low-fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes using Figma for quick iteration and feedback. ### Content Moderation Associate @ SmartNews Jan 2022 – Jan 2025 | Tokyo, Japan - I play a key role in formulating policies and guidelines for assessing the quality of news articles, demonstrating a strong understanding of content standards and user expectations. - Collaborate closely with content and engineering teams to develop machine learning tools for identifying low-quality and non-compliant content. I work across disciplines to leverage technology to improve user experiences. ### Product Design Apprenticeship @ Japan Product Camp Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Tokyo, Japan ### UX Designer @ EquiChargeβ„’ Solutions Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | Remote - Designed SAAS program for consulting firm to help companies convert fleets to ZEV. - Led a team of three designers in research and wireframing process. - Collaborated with cross-functional team members, including product managers, developers, and stakeholders, to ensure alignment and feasibility of designs. - Synthesized feedback and refined prototypes to deliver a polished, user-tested solution by the end of the contract. ### Web Developer @ CVNL Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Santa Rosa, California, United States - Designed and developed a website for a volunteer management nonprofit, focusing on user-friendly interfaces that facilitated volunteer recruitment, management, and engagement. - Employed user-centered design principles to ensure the website met the needs of both the nonprofit organization and its volunteers, enhancing user satisfaction and engagement. - Collaborated with nonprofit stakeholders to understand their requirements and incorporate feedback into the website design. ### Campaign Coordinator @ Maureen Erwin Consulting, LLC Jan 2018 – Jan 2020 - Worked closely with Senator Don Perata. Reached out to stakeholders via advocacy emails and kept careful records of outreach. Planned a seminar for CA legislators, including creating all materials and forming relationships with event space and vendors. - Conducted in-depth research and analysis, such as examining campaign finances to help with campaign messaging. - Developed written and visual messaging materials, designed campaign websites, managed social media strategy, and implemented SEO techniques to enhance online visibility, highlighting skills in creating engaging content and effective communication. ### Native Plant Nurseries Technician @ Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | Fort Funston - Designed and carried out research project on seed germination rates when exposed to various sterilization methods. - Maintained two nurseries with hundreds of plants, organizing and maintaining the correct number of plants per restoration project and fixing usability issues. - Educated volunteers of all ages and backgrounds in plant identification, seed collection and cleaning, and nursery practices in groups of 5-30 people twice a week. I excelled in communicating complex scientific ideas to people of all ages and skill levels. ### Paralegal @ McCormick Law Firm Jan 2013 – Jan 2019 | Orinda, CA - In an elder financial abuse case, I advocated for clients' needs and effectively communicating findings in a complaint and case briefs. - Conducted research and helped write and edit complaint for case concerning elder financial abuse. - Collaborated with legal team and other stakeholders to gather evidence and build a strong case. ## Education ### UI/UX Design in Design and Visual Communications, General Springboard ### Sustainable Development American University ### Sustainability Studies Tokyo International University ### Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science Willamette University ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/keely-mccormick - Portfolio: https://keelymccormick.com --- Source: https://flows.cv/keely JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/keely/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-13