About me
A passionate, hard working UX / Product designer, drawing from my skills as a software developer and over 10 years of professional latin dance experience to provide structure in my work, a priority on clear open communication, and always eager to be a team player.
With extensive experience in Graphic Design, UX/UI Design, and Web development, I bring a light-hearted approach to my work, holding true to creative problem solving, time & project management, and a focus on a strong work ethic while under pressure. I am eager to look for a role that challenges my growth as a designer, a team that desires contribution, and a workplace that appreciates flexibility and character.
Design
User Research
Information ArchitectureWireframing
Prototyping
Visual CommunicationDevelopment
HTML
CSS / SASS
JavaScript / TypeScript
PHP
LuaTools - Design
Figma
Sketch
Framer
Adobe Creative CloudTools - Development
Git / Github
Jira / Trello
Node.js
WebflowSoft skills
Hardworking
Open Minded
Friendly & Personable
Great Team Player
Strong Attention To Detail
Good Communication Skills
Agile MethodologiesFrameworks & CMS
React / React Native
Next.js
Vue.js
JQuery
WordPress
Outside of work
Some of my interests & hobbies
Dance
CrossFit
Kickboxing
Linux & BSD
Cyber Security
Programming
Artifical Intelligence
Gaming
Music
History
My background & experience
- Jul 2023 - Dec 2023
Mission Ready HQ - Student
At Mission Ready HQ, I dove deep into User Experience (UX) Design. This comprehensive course covered many essential skills and knowledge to craft meaningful and user-centered technology solutions.
Throughout the program, I cultivated a diverse skill set and gained valuable insights in the world of UX Design. - Dec 2020 - Oct 2022
RG Full Stack Software Developer - Employed
My role as a software developer has involved adapting different technologies to deliver exciting and challenging projects for major clients such as Spark, Rinnai, State Insurance and Briscoes amongst many others.
This role was fully remote and often fast paced. Requiring good time management and communication, while following agile practices, to deliver many creative and innovative solutions for projects within tight deadlines. - Jul 2020 - Oct 2020
Enspiral Dev Academy - Student
As a student, I thrived in this fast-paced, hands-on learning environment, where we were taught some of the latest technologies in web development and best practices.
With well over 800 hours of coding, a strong emphasis on good teamwork, and the application of agile methodologies, I had a great learning experience that combined my love of technology with my love of working with others, further confirming my desire to work in tech. - Jul 2019 - Present
Freelance Designer & Developer - Self Employed
While studying at Yoobee I started freelancing in both web design and development, applying and refining my skills on various jobs and tasks outside of study.
I greatly enjoy having extra projects to work on in my spare time and have continued to take up projects on the side of studies and work ever since. - Mar 2018 - Jul 2020
Yoobee Colleges - Student
My time at Yoobee gave me a great foundation in design and it’s processes. Here I learned many tools that I still use today, such as the Adobe creative suite and how to apply them to numerous tasks in Graphic and Web design.
With these foundations and tools, I’ve learned how to apply best practices in colour theory, hierarchy, typography, layout and many other important facets of great design. - Jun 2015 - Present
Professional Dancer & Dance Instructor - Self Employed
As a professional dancer I've had multiple responsibilities that have advanced my skills in many aspects that I am excited to bring into my tech career.
Looking creatively at problems and solving them by adapting pieces to the artistic demands of my clients, as well as a strong emphasis on soft skills and working well with others to achieve goals while developing a friendly, fun and productive environment.