Hi, I’m Mel!
UX ● User Experience ● Designer
I have over five years of professional experience working with clients to create inclusive, accessible design solutions for both physical and digital spaces through strategic design solutions.
Why User Experience Design?
I believe that creating accessible and inclusive products is more than a goal—it’s a necessity for fostering meaningful connections and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities in today’s digital landscape.
My understanding of the interplay between physical and digital experiences allows me to craft holistic design solutions that address real-world challenges, all while keeping people at the heart of what I solve for.
What I Bring to a Team
I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy tackling complex, ambiguous problems. By focusing on clear communication and taking the initiative, I use my curiosity to dig deeper and uncover insights that lead to meaningful and inclusive design solutions.
My Toolkit
Design | User-Centered Design, User Journeys, Information Architecture, Responsive Design, Wireframing, Prototyping, User Interface Design, Illustration, Accessibility, Design Systems
Research | Usability Studies, User Testing, Heuristic Evaluations, A/B Testing, Workshops, Journey Mapping, Data-Driven Design Decisions
Tools | Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Mural, Miro, SketchUp, Wordpress, HTML/CSS
How I spark my creativity ✨
(and yes, coffee ☕️ is part of it)
Doodling & Illustration
My neighborhood in DC 😎
…and more coffee
P.S. I am open to relocating for the right job.
Adventure!!
Example: jumping (falling??) out of an airplane! 😵💫
Traveling the World
Recent trip to Australia, Indonesia, Fiji, and South Korea 🌏
& You’ll Find Me
at an EDM concert, shopping for some fun sneakers, or watching F1.
Also…
I am currently working on writing and illustrating my first graphic novel with my partner, inspired by our adventures traveling.
Please reach out with any questions or collaboration opportunities.
Let’s Work Together!
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