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Minerva Kim

Seattle,WA

Summary

User experience designer skilled in AI-enhanced front-end development, combining expertise in behavioral research, customer-centered design, and digital product strategy. Through my specialized studies in game design and UX, I’ve combined creativity, research, and hands-on prototyping to craft experiences that are intuitive and meaningful. I am passionate about building digital products that not only look good but also connect with users, and I aim to grow in AI-assisted design to create interactive experiences that delight and engage.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional 2

Marysville School District
Marysville, Washington
02.2025 - Current
  • Partnered with teachers and specialists to design individualized learning experiences, tailoring communication methods to meet diverse accessibility needs.
  • Observed and tracked student behavioral data, identifying patterns, and translating insights into actionable strategies.
  • Adapted classroom materials into simplified, user-friendly formats to ensure equitable access for students with different learning and communication styles.
  • Applied principles of behavioral psychology to test and refine support strategies, iterating based on real-time feedback

Marketing/Social Media Manager

Beard Papa
Lynnwood, WA
07.2017 - Current
  • Designed and executed customer-centered social media campaigns, analyzing engagement metrics to iterate content strategy, and improve reach by 40%.
  • Conducted informal user research (customer feedback, in-store observations, and online comments) to identify pain points and inform promotional design decisions.
  • Created accessible, visually consistent digital content aligned with brand identity, ensuring clarity across diverse customer segments
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (frontline staff, bakery operations, and marketing) to streamline the customer experience, both online and in-store.
  • Implemented and executed new marketing strategies in 2025, increasing summer revenue by 25%

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Washington
Seattle
06-2022

Informatics -

University of Washington
Seattle, WA
06-2022

Skills

  • User-Centered Design & Accessibility (WCAG)
  • Rapid Prototyping (Figma, Framer)
  • Front-End Development (React, Nextjs)
  • Design Systems & Component Libraries
  • Interaction & Motion Design

Certification

University of Washington – Game Design Certificate

  • Applied project management techniques to build both digital and non-digital game prototypes, from concept to playtesting.
  • Designed engagement loops and narrative structures that sustained player interest and encouraged repeat interaction.
  • Explored the social and psychological dimensions of games, integrating behavioral insights into design decisions.

Google UX Design Certificate - In Progress

  • Completed end-to-end UX projects including user research, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
  • Developed interactive prototypes using Figma and applied design thinking to solve real-world problems.
  • Gained experience in user journey mapping, heuristic evaluation, and iterative design processes.
  • Strengthened skills in presenting design solutions and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Affiliations

UX@UW – Member

  • Participated in workshops and design critiques to strengthen prototyping, accessibility, and human-centered design skills.
  • Collaborated with peers on UX projects, applying research insights to improve usability and interaction flows.
  • Engaged with industry professionals to gain exposure to real-world UX practices.

Languages

Korean
Professional
Japanese
Elementary

Timeline

Paraprofessional 2

Marysville School District
02.2025 - Current

Marketing/Social Media Manager

Beard Papa
07.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Washington

Informatics -

University of Washington