KATE CHERRY
Memphis,,TN
Summary
Hi! I'm Kate, a UX/UI designer with roots in health sciences and hospitality, driven by a passion for creating intuitive, user-centered digital experiences. My background in hospitality taught me how to read people, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly—skills I now apply confidently to UX research, prototyping, and thoughtful visual design. I’m motivated by solving real problems and designing experiences that feel clear, supportive, and genuinely helpful. I love learning more about the user and the problem at hand to create thoughtful, engaging solutions that truly meet their needs!
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Server
Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
09.2018 - Current
- Resolved guest concerns quickly and professionally, contributing to multiple five-star reviews on TripAdvisor and ranking Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar among top ten best restaurants in U.S.
- Recognized by management and guests for exceptional customer service by receiving the Charlie Point Award, ICARE Award, and multiple 5 star reviews.
- Provided high-level hospitality service in fine dining environment for over 7 years.
- Lead server responsible for training new hires and mentoring junior staff to maintain standards of excellence and hospitality.
- Collaborated with hosts, bussers, and kitchen staff to ensure seamless service flow.
Sales + Events Intern
Shelby Farms Park Conservancy
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted Sales + Events team with planning and executing major fundraising events, contributing to overall event success.
- Coordinated data entry, sponsor communications, and project timelines to ensure smooth operations.
- Developed directional maps and led 50+ volunteers during a large-scale fundraising race, enhancing participant navigation.
Education
UX/UI Design Program - User Experience Design
DesignLab
12-2025
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Health Sciences
The University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12-2022
Skills
User experience design
- User-centered design
- User interviews and usability testing
- Iteration and feedback
Design proficiency tools
- Wireframing (low–mid fidelity)
- Prototyping
- Visual design
- Figma
- FigJam
- ChatGPT
- Claude
- Google Forms
Problem-solving and collaboration
- Strong analytical skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective communication
Leadership and reliability
- Team leadership
- Positive work environment
- Dependability in delivering results
Customer engagement
- Exceptional customer service
- Understanding user needs
Design Portfolio
https://www.katecherrydesign.com/
Projects
Mindless Meals – UX Capstone Project
UX/UI Designer & Brand Developer
• Led user research via interviews and surveys to identify key pain points in meal decision-making, uncovering actionable insights that informed all design decisions.
• Developed detailed personas, storyboards, a sitemap, and user flows to strategically align the experience with real user needs.
• Designed a comprehensive set of wireframes and interactive high-fidelity prototypes rooted in research findings, enhancing usability and visual clarity.
• Conducted multiple rounds of usability testing, synthesizing feedback to iterate and refine designs, resulting in measurable improvements in task success and user satisfaction.
• Delivered a full end-to-end application prototype that streamlined meal planning and received positive validation from users and stakeholders for its clarity and usefulness.
• Built cohesive branding and visual UI that strengthened product identity and supported a cohesive user experience.
View case study: https://www.katecherrydesign.com/case-studies/project-four-l3zw3-74hxh
Timeline
Sales + Events Intern
Shelby Farms Park Conservancy
08.2022 - 11.2022
Head Server
Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar
09.2018 - Current
UX/UI Design Program - User Experience Design
DesignLab
Bachelor of Health Sciences - Health Sciences
The University of Memphis