But what IS design?
According to some random search on the inter-webs Design is:
To add to that textbook definition, I incorporate the user into everything I do. Big companies have been using this method since-- well, I don't know since when, but I know it's been a long time.
Have you ever received a survey from a company asking your thoughts about a product you bought from them? Why do they do this? So they can gather feedback from you and build the kind of product YOU want. After all, you're the person who will be using it. This is called User Centered Design. It incorporates end users into the design process from start to finish.
That's my approach to design. I want to find out from the very start, what are YOUR needs. I always frame the problem in that way: How will the end user be using the product and what problem are we trying to solve? It doesn't matter if I'm designing for a web design project, an E-learning module, or creating a video - The concept is the same.
Now, if you're ready for this journey, you know what to do!
“Listen with curiosity. Speak with honesty. Act with integrity."
― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
“The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing.” – A. Einstein
“If you define the problem correctly, you almost have the solution.”
– Steve Jobs
“We must design for the way people behave, not for how we would wish them to behave.” – Don Norman
“If people knew how hard I had to work to gain my mastery, it would not seem so wonderful at all.”
– Michaelangelo
“To say that a person feels listened to means a lot more than just their ideas get heard. It's a sign of respect. It makes people feel valued.” - Deborah Tannen
“The comfort zone is the great enemy to creativity; moving beyond it necessitates intuition, which in turn configures new perspectives and conquers fears.” – Dan Stevens
“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream another dream.”
– CS Lewis
“Be brave. Take risks. Nothing can substitute experience.” – Paulo Coelho
Interacted with subject-matter experts to understand end-user needs. Developed and procured graphics and content to incorporate into e-learning applications. Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation. Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency. Utilized software and e-learning development tools to develop interactive training courses. Designed course materials using Storyline 360 and supported implementation. Developed storyboards outlining course flow and direction. Developed assessments to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve learners' goals. Created and edited technical video media to enhance learner engagement with Movavi and Adobe Illustrator. Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of instructional materials. Wrote compelling, succinct, clear scripts under tight deadlines. Used Vyond to create engaging animated scenarios and simulations that aided in learning.
Designed e-learning course materials, class activities, and supported implementation. Contributed to development of comprehensive safety training courses. Developed safety compliance training modules to improve organizational efficiency. Utilized Storyline 360 to develop interactive training courses. Tested usability throughout course development process to confirm user-friendly interface. Analyzed and selected most appropriate strategies, methodologies and technologies to maximize learning experience and impact. Developed and procured graphics and content to incorporate into e-learning applications .Interacted with subject-matter experts and developers to understand end-user needs. Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials. Developed and implemented safety compliance training programs for third party companies.
Interacted with subject-matter experts and developers to understand end-user needs. Utilized Articulate Rise to rapidly develop engaging and interactive training courses. Developed and procured graphics and content to incorporate into e-learning applications. Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
Communicated with product manager and stakeholders to translate project requirements and business objectives into polished user interfaces. Collaborated with stakeholders to deliver valuable features meeting business and customer needs. Managed design conceptualization, milestones and client feedback. Engineered prototypes to support research and usability testing. Used Sketch and Photoshop to develop product mockups and prototype designs.
Reviewed and edited training materials for accuracy. Designed course materials using Storyline 360 and supported implementation. Created curricula, researched topics, conceptualized course format and activities, subject matter and presentation. Attended regular project team meetings to provide regular status updates on activities and identify any issues or challenges. Worked with subject matter experts to identify target audience's learning needs and objectives. Converted in-person Instructor Led Training (ILT) into virtual ILT courses. Converted course PowerPoints and outdated course material into interactive self-paced e-learning courses. Conducted QA checks for all instructional media to verify instructionally sound content.
Led strategic effort to design new e-Learning courses and improve user experience for new Point of Sale / Patient Management system. Produced and designed supplementary materials, including practice exams, simulation exercises, demonstration videos, and interaction design. Created curricula and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation. Designed numerous course materials and templates for current training initiative and to support future training programs
Collaborated with developers to design new page UI's within company's established intranet that helped over 10,000 employees do their jobs daily. Used site analytics and metrics to define and monitor success. Conducted usability testing and post-deployment evaluations to measure user experience success. Validated schematic designs working alongside hardware engineers. Used Adobe XD, Sketch, Balsamiq, and InVision to develop mockups and prototype designs. Designed site layouts, templates and unique branded looks. Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
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Photoshop
Illustrator
Balsamiq
Sketch
Prototyping
Wireframing
Personas
User/Learner Research
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I have two degrees. One is an MBA with a minor in Project Management and the other is a BS in Visual Art and Graphic Design. I also have a certificate in UX design from DesignLab.
I have two degrees. One is an MBA with a minor in Project Management and the other is a BS in Visual Art and Graphic Design. I also have a certificate in UX design from DesignLab.
I'm mostly a homebody but when I get in the mood I am a total foodie and love to explore the restaurants Denver has to offer. I also like travelling and hope to do a whole lot more of that in the future. My dream is to take a tour of Europe someday but I'll settle for a spot on a beach somewhere. I'm not picky!
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