Veronica Taylor

Leveraging a robust background in design consulting and early childhood education, I aspire to apply my unique blend of technical acumen and soft skills to a role that offers creative and technical challenges. Committed to lifelong learning, I am eager to join a value-aligned team, where I can continually evolve as a designer and individual, fostering collaboration, and enriching my skills and knowledge.

UX/UI Designer, Contract - Fingerpunch

Oakland, Ca., 4/2023 - 5/2023 

• Execute a redesign for Fingerpunch, a B2C website specializing in crafting and producing 3D-printed ergonomic keyboards explicitly tailored for online gamers
• Meet with the client to discuss project scope, business objectives, timelines, pain points, and potential setbacks
• Conduct a thorough evaluation of 3 main screens from the Fingerpunch website to identify issues with usability, accessibility, hierarchy, and information architecture   
• Analyze 4 competitors to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and potential threats to better understand the market environment Fingerpunch is currently facing
• Synthesize information on the marketplace to uncover product design patterns and potential business models to improve business strategy  
• Deliver 5 UI iterations that meet the Fingerpunch business model, focusing on increasing website traffic, conversion rate, and user experience, all while exercising best practices in UX/UI design 

UX/UI Designer, Contract - Digisperse

Oakland, Ca., 2/2023 - 4/2023

• Collaborate with a team of 5 to design a website for Digisperse, a B2C multi-vendor marketplace offering digital downloads for planning and crafts projects
• Implement Scrum elements such as backlog tracking, designs sprints, and team meetings to go over the project scope, progress, goals, deadlines, and potential setbacks to report back to PM and stakeholders
• Utilize collaborative tools in Figma to deliver designs more efficiently and build a sense of trust and camaraderie on the team   
• Influence the direction of the final product with early-stage development of a component library and style guide 
• Build 1 of 3 final UI iterations using custom-built components, incorporating client inspiration, and following the principles of visual design: scale, hierarchy, balance, contrast, and Gestalt 
• Contribute to the project by leveraging industry standards, displaying a high level of creativity, and mentoring teammates in designing more efficiently and effectively 

UX/UI Designer, Contract - Orchid B

Oakland, Ca., 2/2023 - 4/2023

• Collaborate with a team of 5 in the design of a web application for Orchid B, a B2B2C focused on end-to-end finance and administration for small business owners  
• Engage in virtual iterative design sessions 2 times a week and utilize best practices to create user-centered designs 
• Maintain alignment with teammates and prioritize deliverables and user needs through consistent communication, transparency, and active listening
• Conduct research on competitors and industry standards, complete a thorough analysis, and leverage data for implementation in the final designs
• Build prototypes to share with stakeholders and allow for usability testing for subsequent phases
• Add value to the project by prioritizing user needs, exercising creativity, and having an open mind, all to improve the end product and user experience 

Preschool Teacher, The Acorn School

Boulder, Co., 10/2021 - 9/2022

• Manage 11 students to ensure smooth transitions throughout the day and foster an environment conducive to academic growth, engagement, and social and emotional development 
• Maintain a total of 6 classroom environments to ensure safety, cleanliness, order, accessibility, and usability, and promote creativity among students
• Create and execute 3-4 daily activities to promote individual work and group work, highlighting my skills in planning, organizing, and time-management   
• Engage in 15 hours of professional development courses annually as well as monthly staff meetings, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth 

Design Consultant, California Closets

San Jose, Ca., 04/2018 - 04/2021

• Communicate effectively with clients to understand the project scope, constraints, and document inventory of space
• Build user-focused design solutions using AutoCAD that reflect user needs, expectations, and address pain-points   
• Cross-collaborate with the administration office and production team to ensure a smooth installation
• Attend design meetings and design events to stay up-to-date on design trends, sales techniques, and upcoming products 

Certification in UX/UI Design

Certificate in Agile Methodologies for UX/UI Designers

Associates in Business Administration and Management