# Sarah Zhang > UI/UX Designer Location: New York, New York, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/sarahzhang I'm a multidisciplinary designer with a focus in digital product design, dedicated to bringing innovative and user-focused concepts to life. With a strong foundation in fine arts, I possess a refined visual acuity that enhances my work and enables me to create captivating and engaging solutions. I thrive on designing tangible experiences that leave a lasting impact. ✉️ Reach out to me at bomanszhang@gmail.com ## Work Experience ### Senior Design Director @ Iris Design Collaborative Jan 2026 – Present | Chicago, Illinois, United States ### Project Manager, UI/UX Designer @ Iris Design Collaborative Jan 2025 – Jan 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, United States ### Design Director @ Iris Design Collaborative Jan 2025 – Jan 2026 ### Freelance Visual Designer @ Unknown Jan 2021 – Present | Auckland, New Zealand • Offering design services to businesses in New Zealand and Australia, with a focus on visual identity and web design. • Utilize industry-leading tools and technologies to craft custom websites with seamless user experiences and responsive layouts across all devices. • Collaborate closely with clients, actively listening to their design needs and incorporating feedback to deliver results. ### Arts Portfolio Consultant @ Crimson Education Jan 2017 – Present | Auckland, New Zealand • Mentor students in crafting compelling portfolios in fine arts, animation, graphic design and architecture, resulting in successful college admissions. • Developed individualized coaching plans for 30+ students, based on each student’s strengths and goals, resulting in a 95% acceptance rate into top art schools and programs. • Fostered a structured and accountable environment, keeping students on track with deadlines and milestones. ### UI/UX Designer @ Iris Design Collaborative Jan 2023 – Jan 2024 | Chicago, Illinois, United States ### UI/UX Designer @ Iris Design Collaborative Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Chicago, Illinois, United States ### UI Designer @ Atom-Intelligence Group Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Shanghai, China • Contributed to the development of UI for EXIA, a AI-driven Smart CRM. • Played key role in ensuring alignment with Western user preferences and design sensibilities for the app’s imminent launch into the US market. • Demonstrated proficiency in working within an established design system to maintain consistency and cohesiveness. ### Accounting Clerk @ ZCA Chartered Accountants Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Auckland, New Zealand • Supported the successful completion of diverse projects, demonstrating adaptability and effectiveness in delivering valuable results to clients and colleagues. • Streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy, ensuring the timely delivery of accurate results to clients and colleagues. • Key responsibilities encompassed tax preparation and filing, proficient utilization of accounting software for account reconciliation and report generation, and providing assistance to colleagues in accounting projects as required. ### Design Intern @ Thomas Park Gallery Jan 2020 – Jan 2021 | Manhattan, New York, United States • Led the design direction of an e-commerce store and online publication for the gallery, successfully transitioning operations to digital platforms amidst the pandemic while collaborating remotely and cross-culturally with colleagues in New York and Seoul. • Spearheaded user research efforts, translating findings into actionable insights that informed the development of intuitive UI designs. • Fostered close collaboration with developers and leveraged front-end development skills to implement PHP templates on the Wordpress platform, ensuring a seamless handoff from design to development. ### Assistant Studio Manager @ Cornell University College of Architecture, Art, and Planning Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Ithaca, New York Area • Effectively supervised and mentored a team of student employees, demonstrating strong leadership and management skills to ensure smooth daily operations. • Successfully managed scheduling, safety training, and inventory management, optimizing efficiency and productivity. • Played a pivotal role in maintaining a safe and organized work environment while achieving operational objectives. ### Vice President of Publicity @ Cornell International Students Union - ISU Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Ithaca, New York, United States • Led and mentored a team of student designers and artists. • Developed and executed highly effective publicity campaigns to promote on-campus events, successfully increasing international awareness and participation. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive and visually compelling designs, resulting in consistent branding and impactful messaging. ### Graphic Designer and Animator @ Cornell Daily Sun Jan 2017 – Jan 2019 | Ithaca, New York Area • Consistently delivered exceptional performance by producing 3 to 4 illustrated and animated shorts per week, even under demanding time constraints during academic semesters. • Exhibited strong time management and organizational skills, effectively balancing multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines. • Maintained a high level of quality in each illustrated and animated short, showcasing artistic proficiency and attention to detail throughout the creative process. ## Education ### Master's degree in Communication Design Parsons School of Design - The New School ### Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Cornell University ### High School Diploma in International Baccalaureate Diploma Saint Kentigern ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/bomans - Portfolio: https://sarahzhang.me --- Source: https://flows.cv/sarahzhang JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/sarahzhang/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-29