About

Hello! πŸ‘‹πŸ» I'm Laura, a UX Designer that works closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features and updates that enhance product usability and customer satisfaction. By applying design thinking principles, I identify and address pain points, resulting in intuitive and visually appealing interfaces that resonate with users. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art and Computer Science from Hunter College, providing a strong foundation in creativity, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and technical skills. Additionally, I have certifications in digital marketing, Google Ads, and graphic design tools, allowing me to create impactful branding and identity materials. I empathize with users' needs and champion inclusive design principles, and I am always eager to learn new skills and technologies. Five fun facts about me: πŸŽ“ A first-generation college grad πŸ₯³ My youngest brother and I share the same birthday, with a 9-year age difference between us πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ One of eight children, occupying the middle spot in the lineup 🐈 Proud cat mom of two adorable cats πŸ‹πŸ»β€β™€οΈ Gym rat who loves beating Personal Records (PRs) Want to connect? Send me a DM or contact me via email. My contact info: πŸ“§ laura.willson.designer@gmail.com πŸ”— https://laurawillson.github.io/react-portfolio/

Skills

  • Administration
  • Design
  • Adobe Photoshop

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Experience

Laura Willson

Work experience
  • October, 2023 - January, 2024
  • Fulltime
  • Redesigned the game scheduling platform to streamline communication, simplify game management, and enhance messaging capabilities
  • Conducted usability tests to clarify confusing wording and navigation, resulting in improved user satisfaction and a more intuitive interface
  • Collaborated with Schedulete from ideation through prototype to ensure user needs are addressed and the project stays on schedule

Laura Willson

Work experience
  • Designing recruitment metrics reports to track candidate stages and job statuses, cutting manual data entry and analysis time by 40%
  • Creating a secure hiring process using online job boards to manage candidate information and restrict access to authorized personnel
  • Enhancing user experience for the CEO by optimizing calendar management in Outlook to improve scheduling accuracy

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