Figma
Megan Balaguer
Senior UX Designer
Gilbertsville,PA
Summary
Results-driven UX Designer with expertise in research, wireframing, and prototyping. Proven ability to deliver user-focused solutions that align with business objectives in dynamic environments. Committed to creating intuitive, human-centered experiences that leverage design strategy for scalable outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior UX Designer
Atmosphere Digital
11.2020 - Current
- Enhanced product usability through effective usability testing and feedback analysis.
- Drove product feature definition and usability improvements with cross-functional team collaboration.
- Created wireframes and prototypes, elevating user experience across digital platforms.
- Led user research initiatives, gathering insights to inform strategic design decisions.
- Mentored junior designers, promoting skill development and adherence to UX best practices.
- Implemented design systems that optimized workflows and maintained visual consistency.
Lead UX Designer
Savvy Apps
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Led UX design for digital products across national brands and high-profile startups.
- Defined experience strategy, conducted user research, and created flows, wireframes, and prototypes to guide product vision.
- Collaborated closely with clients and cross-functional teams to refine designs through feedback, usability testing, and iteration.
UX Analyst
Ellucian
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Enhanced higher education software experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Designed user flows and wireframes based on user stories and testing feedback.
- Established pattern libraries to ensure consistency and improve usability across platforms.
- Created interactive prototypes facilitating iterative feedback and design improvements.
UX/UI Designer
NBC Universal
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Delivered industry-leading digital experiences across NBC platforms and audiences.
- Collaborated with product managers to define product vision and create design flows.
- Developed wireframes, visual designs, and prototypes for seamless user experiences.
- Enhanced design quality through iterative processes based on user feedback and testing.
- Ensured alignment with technical constraints to optimize overall design functionality.
Associate Interactive Designer
Disney-ABC Television Group
09.2012 - 02.2014
- Enhanced digital product initiatives across web, app, and mobile platforms.
- Developed responsive wireframes for ABC and ABC Family redesigns.
- Produced graphics and digital ads supporting franchise, adhering to brand standards.
Production Artist & Photographer
QVC
03.2008 - 08.2011
- Enhanced brand consistency through effective color correction and image retouching.
- Boosted project turnaround times by streamlining production workflows efficiently.
- Collaborated with design teams to create high-quality graphics for presentations.
- Met tight deadlines for graphics production in 24/7 live show environment.
Product Display Intern
QVC
09.2007 - 03.2008
- Photographed products for e-commerce site.
- Created templates for on-air segments.
- Retouched product and model photography.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Photography
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06-2009
Skills
- Data-driven design
- User interface design
- UX architecture
- Interaction design
- Wireframing
- Usability and accessibility
- Responsive design
- Content strategy
- Mobile design
- Prototyping
- Usability testing
- User research
- Design systems
- Information architecture
- Heuristic evaluation
Software
Webflow
Sketch
Photoshop
Zeplin
Maze
Lookback
Miro
Timeline
Senior UX Designer
Atmosphere Digital
11.2020 - Current
Lead UX Designer
Savvy Apps
01.2016 - 10.2020
UX Analyst
Ellucian
03.2015 - 12.2015
UX/UI Designer
NBC Universal
02.2014 - 02.2015
Associate Interactive Designer
Disney-ABC Television Group
09.2012 - 02.2014
Production Artist & Photographer
QVC
03.2008 - 08.2011
Product Display Intern
QVC
09.2007 - 03.2008
Bachelor of Science - Photography
Drexel University