Ariel Tam
Newark,United States
Summary
A recent graduate UX/UI designer, an enthusiastic problem solver, and a mom of 5 years old autistic kid. Seeking opportunities to become a behavior technician to not only support my own child’s development but also contribute to helping other neurodivergent children thrive.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
UX/UI Designer and Researcher
HFE Mobile Health Competition Winning Project
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with teammates to conduct a comprehensive literature review, identifying potential gaps in current application solutions for epilepsy patients and their caregivers.
- Designed and executed user interviews to uncover pain points experienced by epilepsy patients and their caregivers.
- Synthesized user research findings to transform abstract ideas and requirements into actionable planning tools, including SWOT analysis, user personas, user journey maps, and storyboards.
- Conducted a competitive analysis by evaluating the interfaces of popular epilepsy health applications in the market.
- Visualized and developed interactive prototypes, establishing an intuitive user interface design and overall application architecture.
SEVIS Records Coordinator
San Jose State University
08.2016 - 01.2019
- Batched and maintained accurate international students' information in both the SJSU PeopleSoft database and the SEVIS system on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with colleagues and designed the materials and flows for the ISSS international students' welcoming session.
- Advised international students primarily on their job-related questions via email and phone calls.
- Worked Closely with international student advisor by verifying and processing students' requests.
Administrative Assistant
International Technological University
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Interacted with vendors to purchase and set up equipment and services.
Education
Master of Science - Human Factor & Ergonomics
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA05-2022
Associate of Science - General Studies of Science
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA12.2016
Skills
- Adobe XD
- Figma
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
Timeline
UX/UI Designer and Researcher
HFE Mobile Health Competition Winning Project
09.2023 - 03.2024
SEVIS Records Coordinator
San Jose State University
08.2016 - 01.2019
Administrative Assistant
International Technological University
06.2011 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Human Factor & Ergonomics
San Jose State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
Associate of Science - General Studies of Science
Foothill College
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