Driven by Purpose
As a first-generation Mexican American designer, I’m excited to bring my UX/UI skills and unique perspective to projects that make a difference, especially for underrepresented communities. Driven to design intuitive, impactful interfaces that inspire and connect.
Education
B.F.A. in Communication Design, CUNY - New York City College of Technology, NY, US, 2022-2025
Dean’s List Honors Recipient, GPA: 3.6/4.0
Focus on human-centered design, design thinking, and prototyping, with graphic design, brand identity, and campaign development expertise.
Developed skills in creating illustrations, infographics, and cohesive visual strategies for diverse projects.
B.F.A. in Communication Design, CUNY - Borough of Manhattan Community College, NY, US, 2016-2018
GPA: 3.2/4.0
Studied various subjects, enhancing critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving.
Experience
UI/UX Design Intern, CUNY - New York City College of Technology, New York, NY, January 2025 — Present
Designed and developed a set of 30 icon graphics for the City Tech website, ensuring inclusivity and accuracy to represent diverse school activities, enhancing navigation and comprehension for the approximately 14,500+ students.
Conducted research on existing college newsletter platforms and analyzed the Computer Information Systems department’s information needs to develop a user-friendly architecture, effectively mapping the student and faculty journey to access
Augmented Reality Development and Digital Storytelling Extern, Snap Inc. (Formerly Snapchat), Remote, USA, September 2024 — November 2024
Applied UI/UX design principles to develop 6+ engaging AR lenses using Snap Lens Studio, resulting in a 25% increase in user interaction through intuitive user flows and interactive storytelling.
Conceptualized and implemented original marketing strategies leveraging AR experiences, boosting brand visibility and user engagement by 20%.
Exhibit Design Research Intern, The New York Climate Exchange, New York, NY, June 2024 — August 2024
Conducted extensive user-centered site research on Governors Island, evaluating 5+ locations for biomimetic architecture, incorporating historical context from 2 museum collaborations and user traffic patterns.
Led prototyping of biosensors for the 'Mound' project, developing 3+ prototypes with Arduino and circuitry research under faculty guidance and establishing a technical foundation.
Graphic Design Intern, B. Stuyvesant Champagne, New York, NY, January 2023 — August 2023
Designed a 4-mini champagne bottle package, achieving an 85% efficiency rate through strategic planning and user testing, contributing to a 13% increase in sales.
Increased user engagement by 70% through designing flyers and signage using Adobe Creative Suite, incorporating user testing to optimize design and enhance customer satisfaction.
UX Researcher, CUNY - New York City College of Technology, New York, NY, December 2022 — January 2023
Conducted user interviews with faculty and staff, ensuring informed consent and fostering 95% trust, resulting in high-quality data collection, and providing key insights into user needs and experiences.
Synthesized user insights through empathy maps and detailed research notes, improving data analysis accuracy by 80% and providing key findings for strategic decisions.
Skills
Personal qualities
Creative and innovative thinker with a keen eye for aesthetics.
Strong communicator, capable of effectively articulating design concepts.
Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
Passionate about staying current with technology and design trends.
Empathy-driven designer with a passion for inclusive, user-centered experiences.
Interests
Staying up-to-date with the latest trends in technology and design.
Reading, especially psychology and self-help books
All things cat-related
Sketching both in digital and traditional art