2015 Resume

1. SKILLS
Content Strategy
User Research
Information Architecture
Interaction Design
Usability Testing
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EDUCATION
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
- B.A. in Cognitive Science (Cognition and Art)
- GPA: 3.82
- Senior Thesis in Perception of Digital Mobile Interfaces
- Activities: PHOCUS Photography Club (Co-President), Resident Advisor, Ultimate Frisbee
September 2012 - May 2016
June - August 2015User Experience Design Immersive Program
General Assembly, New York, NY
- Developed core skills in research, content strategy, information architecture, usability
testing, and interaction design from industry professionals
- First undergraduate to complete Immersive Program; interviewed by PC Magazine
(“General Assembly Gives Higher Education a Start-up Vibe”, 2015)
BIO
Aspiring UX Designer with enthusiasm
and a talent for research. I enjoy
approaching problems from multiple
perspectives, particularly those of
psychology, visual media, and
technology.
EXPERIENCE
Summer Research Assistant, Cognitive Science
Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, NY
- Selected for highly competitive research position in categorical learning
- Conducted literature searches and statistical analysis; assisted with experimental design
- Designed and presented scientific poster at college-wide symposium
June - August 2015
Design Intern
SapientNitro, Boston, MA
- Worked with creative team to explore the field of visual design and assist with client work
- Participated in brainstorming sessions, design reviews, and one-on-one tutoring
- Independent final project and presentation circulated by VP in company-wide newsletter
August 2011
June - August 2015User Experience Design Immersive Program
General Assembly, New York, NY
- Performed iterative digital interface design through sketching, wireframing, and prototyping
- Designed internal data visualization tool for Bounce Exchange digital marketing platform