Spearheading the design and usability improvements of products, enhancing user experience and functionality. Specializing in strategic storytelling, guiding projects from implementation to execution.

Focusing on branding and marketing initiatives to elevate product visibility in the market.

Collaborated with the Student Journalism Corp team in an award-winning newsroom to cover education stories. Researched and reported on emerging education topics across California to enhance public awareness. Developed strong writing and investigative skills while adhering to strict journalistic standards. Managed multiple writing, editing and research tasks under tight deadlines, demonstrating effective time management.

Facilitated an inclusive design initiative by leading a cross-functional team of student designers and researchers to develop comprehensive inclusive UX design standards. Conducted in-depth competitive analysis of industry-leading companies' inclusive design frameworks. Facilitated strategic interviews with senior UX professionals across the technology spectrum, from established enterprises like Apple to high-growth companies like Confluent, to identify best practices and emerging trends.

Selected for a mentorship program with Google’s packaging design team, learning their visual design workflow and review process.

Designed and developed a visually dynamic website that reflects the publication’s focus on music, arts, and culture. Applied design thinking to enhance user experience, streamline content navigation, and create an engaging digital space that elevates the brand’s editorial identity.