Robert Nelson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Lead User Experience designer skilled in creating intuitive and engaging user interfaces. Boasts considerable experience in leading design projects from conception to completion, utilizing both creative and analytical skills. Possesses strong background in user-centered design principles across multiple platforms - mobile, web, and desktop applications. Successfully improved user satisfaction and business metrics in previous roles through exceptional problem-solving abilities and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead User Experience Designer
Verizon
New York, New York
06.2018 - Current
- Generated design solutions for wireless and wired digital shopping experiences and marketing initiatives.
- Participated in design sprints, creating prototypes for usability testing of Verizon digital products.
- Designed digital elements for Fios TV user interface to enhance user interaction.
- Created wireframes and prototypes to effectively visualize design concepts.
- Developed style guides to ensure product consistency and branding alignment.
- Utilized design tools such as Sketch and Figma to streamline workflow processes.
- Brainstormed with team members to generate visual patterns for new products and features.
- Designed user interfaces for mobile applications and web platforms, focusing on user experience.
Interaction Designer
NYDailyNews.com
10.2015 - 06.2018
- I designed and optimized web pages and modules, and conducted user interviews and analyzed user feedback to improve website usability.
- I also provided design and marketing support for native advertising campaigns, and prepared creative deliverables, including UX libraries and style guides.
Web Designer
NYDailyNews.com
06.2015 - 10.2015
English Instructor
American Language School
05.2013 - 06.2015
- I was responsible for creating English lesson plans and tests for classes of varying sizes and age groups.
- I engaged all my students in class discussions to develop critical thinking and English conversational skills.
- In addition, I facilitated branch events in conjunction with company managers.
- Tokyo, Japan
Graphic Designer (Freelance)
Victorinox Swiss Army Knife
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Assisted the director of creative services in visual merchandising of select stores.
- I also photographed products to be used as digital assets in branding materials.
English Instructor
Berkeley Language School
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Conducted lessons to classes of varying age groups, and designed school brand and marketing material including logo, posters, and pamphlets.
- I also arranged and participated in special functions, celebrations, and parent days.
- Seoul, South Korea
- I was responsible for providing UX support on wireframes and visual design of projects, as well as design execution and design oversight of various marketing and advertising campaigns.
- I collaborated with developers in designing web interactive features for editorial.
- I participated in collaborative ideation sessions for new projects and designed and optimized templates for internal marketing campaigns.
- In addition, I provided design support of Daily News tent pole initiatives like NYDN Innovation Lab, NYDN Digital Solutions, and Hometown Heroes.
Education
B.F.A - Communication Design
New Jersey City University
01.2011
Skills
- Figma
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Principle
- Style guide development
- User research
- Prototyping
- Wireframing
- User interface design
Timeline
Lead User Experience Designer
Verizon
06.2018 - Current
Interaction Designer
NYDailyNews.com
10.2015 - 06.2018
Web Designer
NYDailyNews.com
06.2015 - 10.2015
English Instructor
American Language School
05.2013 - 06.2015
Graphic Designer (Freelance)
Victorinox Swiss Army Knife
02.2013 - 05.2013
English Instructor
Berkeley Language School
06.2011 - 09.2012
B.F.A - Communication Design
New Jersey City University