On a rainy Monday in 2016, I walked into a conference room at work covered floor to ceiling in Post-it notes to meet with the UX team.
A few hours of research readouts and persona reviews later, I was in love. I knew UX is where I belonged.
I am passionate about my work. Years in and I still smile when I get to tell people that I am a User Experience Designer. If you invest in me, I will bring that dedication and excitement to your team. I don’t know everything there is to know about this industry, but I will continue to pursue knowledge and find the answers I don’t have.
Designer
As a kid who grew up drawing stick figures, I never thought I would end up with a title like this. However, I have grown to love creating interesting ways to create experiences and exploring new styles to grow as a designer.
Empath
Yes, this means I cry at any remotely emotional movie I watch, but it also means that I am dedicated to building connections through understanding. There is no meaningful way to help unless I investigate where help is needed.
Storyteller
I am a lover of language and engaging storytelling. Whether it is through well-written content or a carefully constructed experience, I believe that a good story should be exciting and memorable.
Teammate
As an extrovert, I enjoy being part of something bigger to create personal and professional bonds. While I also enjoy working independently to get the job done, I look forward to coming back together in the end to celebrate our successes.
Kierstyn Olivare 