UX Designer
DESIGNATION July **** - November ****
Created digital interfaces from conception to hi-fidelity within an 18- week, 70+ hours/week program. Conducted user interviews and testings, worked with raw data, mocked up low to hi-fidelity wireframes, iterated on prototypes, and synthesized research findings into concise visual representations or documentations. Worked with the following clients and improved current products through user research, wireframing, and concept testing:
eRetirements: A web-based service that matches retirees with the perfect city to relocate through a set of questionnaires. Savvo Digital Sommelier: A kiosk-based interface that helps retail store and restaurant customers pair their favorite food with the wine.
Sales and Marketing Manager
YAGU Gourmet Pastries May 2014 - October 2015
Managed the production, delivery, and sales of cookies and pastries at the Des Moines Downtown Farmer’s Market and ensure freshness and quality in product. Utilized social media and news media to reach local consumers and build rapport with customers. Researched and developed business expansion strategies.
Consumer Market Designer
Principal Financial Group March 2017 - Present
Mandarin Interpreter
LANGUAGEtech, Inc. December 2014 - August 2015
Provided interpretation of English and Chinese for medical, school, and business appointments. Efficiently delegated appointments to interpreters through teamwork and streamlined communication. Promptly answered calls and interpretation requests from local and regional clients.
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premier Pro
Sketch
Axure
InVision
Proto.io
Marvel
Hi. I am an UX Designer with an affinity for design problems that challenges me to think outside the box. Tools
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Mandarin (Working Proficiency)
Iowa State University,
Ames, IA
B a c h e l o r o f A r t s, L i n g u i s t i c s Minor: Journalism
CSU, Long Beach,
Long Beach, CA
Major: Film and Electronic Arts
User interviews
Usability testing
Remote testing
Affinity diagrams
Wireframes
Paper prototypes
Hi-fi prototypes
Personas
Journey maps
Interface maps
Dean’s List, CSU Long Beach – Fall 2009, Spring 2010, Fall 2010 Richard Caplan Sketch Prize for Nonfiction, Iowa State U., 2014 Cara Liu
*********@*****.***
linkedin.com/in/cara-liu
caraliu.me
Manage and run projects that aim to solve business problems for internal stakeholders. Engage and oversee a community of about 500 employee volunteers dedicated to thinking creatively. Brainstorm ideas and prototype for concept tests.