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Laura Weisz

Canton,MI

Summary

Creative Designer with experience developing innovative, web accessible, approachable user experience frameworks. Ceaselessly focused on user-centric design decisions. Accomplished at creating wholly new frameworks that feel completely familiar to ease user adoption.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Designer (1 Month Temp Contract)

AlphaGraphics
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality design solutions tailored to their specific needs
  • Balanced creative vision with practical considerations, ensuring that final designs were both visually appealing and functional for their intended purpose
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and meeting strict deadlines
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication of expectations and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle

User Experience Designer

Salutations Media Company
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Enhanced product functionality for increased customer satisfaction by collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand user needs
  • Championed accessibility guidelines throughout all stages of the design process to accommodate users with disabilities and promote inclusivity within the site
  • Streamlined navigation on the company website, resulting in reduced bounce rates and increased time spent per visit
  • Developed wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes to effectively communicate design ideas to stakeholders and developers.

Marketing Team Member - Summer Internship

Backyard Brains
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted market research for identifying target audiences and optimizing marketing strategies
  • Enhanced social media presence with engaging content, resulting in increased followers and interactions
  • Analyzed website traffic data to optimize online advertising efforts and improve user experience.

Assistant

Epilepsy Foundation Of Michigan
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organized filing systems and task prioritization
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals in a timely manner.

Research Assistant

University Of Michigan
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources
  • Streamlined data management processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Web Design

Washtenaw Community College
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience

University of Michigan
08.2018

Skills

  • User Experience Design (UX)
  • Branding Strategy
  • Information Architecture
  • Digital Design
  • User Research
  • User Interface Design (UI)

Timeline

Designer (1 Month Temp Contract)

AlphaGraphics
12.2023 - 01.2024

Marketing Team Member - Summer Internship

Backyard Brains
06.2023 - 08.2023

User Experience Designer

Salutations Media Company
05.2023 - 09.2023

Assistant

Epilepsy Foundation Of Michigan
01.2020 - 04.2020

Research Assistant

University Of Michigan
03.2016 - 05.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Web Design

Washtenaw Community College

Bachelor of Science - Biopsychology, Cognition, And Neuroscience

University of Michigan
Laura Weisz