Kendra Lindley
Sr. UX/UI Designer
Powder Springs,GA
Summary
Drawing on over a decade of experience, a feedback-driven UX/UI Designer versed in design thinking, wireframing, prototyping, and user research. Proficient in low/high-fidelity design using Figma, excels at creating user-centric interfaces that elevate brand loyalty, customer retention, and conversion rates through effective collaboration with cross-functional teams
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Sr. UI Designer
Truist Bank
Atlanta, GA
05.2023 - Current
- Led visionary notification project for Truist One View platform, delivered invaluable insights to guide team towards north star vision
- Create user-focused designs informed by market and competitive analysis, customer feedback and requirements
- Translated insights into user flows, wireframes, sketches, and interactive prototypes using Figma
- Engaged in cross-functional collaboration, incorporating team feedback to progress project towards user testing
- Collaborated with UX researcher on strategy to grasp user needs, pain points, and preferences through moderated design research tests with nine commercial clients
- Participated in design review meetings to help resolve design challenges and ensure accessibility compliance
UX Designer
Ford Motor Company
Powder Springs, GA
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated in Agile setting with product teams and design agencies, ensuring smooth handoffs for iterative design and development
- Leveraged user research insights and followed Baymard Institute guidelines to address UX challenges in vehicle finder and homepage projects, ensuring alignment with both business objectives and user needs
- Designed comps and interactive prototypes in Figma for complex user flows
Sr. UX Designer
The Home Depot Inc
Atlanta, GA
02.2015 - 12.2022
- Took leading UX role in consolidating all homepages (Personalized, Guest, B2B, Web app) onto single platform. Used data and user insights to improve user experience. Ensured designs were up-to-date with latest design standards Designed solutions for any unexpected challenges that emerged
- Collaborated closely with Product team to design end-to-end user experiences for Major Events, Subscriptions, Pricing & Incentive squads in dynamic Agile environment
- Write scripts for Usability Testing (usertesting.com) targeting deal-seekers, Do-It-Yourself, and pros users to validate future concepts and designs
- Engaged in five-day design sprints, prioritizing innovation concepts and rapid ideation
- Led design and optimization of Digital Endcap component, resulting in 615,000 visitors and $8.68 million in sales over Black Friday and Cyber Monday
UX Intern
The Coca-Cola Company
Atlanta, GA
08.2013 - 01.2015
- Worked closely with enterprise UX team to revamp intranet platform and company news app by gathering requirements, brainstorming, creating comps, and presenting ideas to team
- Managed updates and improvements for Coca-Cola Mobility website, applying HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and UI Design skills to incorporate content requested by business partners
- Partnered with Senior UX Designer to design, standardize, and maintain digital signage across company campus
Contract Web Designer
Black Bear Design Group
Atlanta, GA
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Managed website upkeep for clients, focusing on performance and user experience
- Added design features based on client preferences to improve website appeal and functionality
- Addressed technical issues promptly to ensure smooth website operation
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Web Design & Interactive Media
The Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA 01.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
UX & UI Design
Usability Testing & User Research
Interaction Design
Wireframing & Prototyping
Design Sprints
Responsive Design
Figma
HTML & CSS
Sketch & Invision
Axure
Information Architecture
Accessibility (WCAG Guidelines)
Motion Design
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
"There is no substitute for user feedback."
Hobbies
- Playing The Sims 4 games
- Creating Sims stories using After Effects and Premiere Pro
- Scriptwriting
- Crafting and selling sublimation mugs on Etsy
- Enjoying storytime and singing nursey songs with my little one (1 year old)
- Drawing portraits
Timeline
Contract Sr. UI Designer
Truist Bank
05.2023 - Current
UX Designer
Ford Motor Company
11.2022 - 01.2023
Sr. UX Designer
The Home Depot Inc
02.2015 - 12.2022
UX Intern
The Coca-Cola Company
08.2013 - 01.2015
Contract Web Designer
Black Bear Design Group
06.2013 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Web Design & Interactive Media
The Art Institute of Atlanta
01.2010 - 06.2013