UX/UI Design Leader specializing in simplifying complex applications through
user-tested, data-driven, and human-centered design. Looking to leverage my creative skills and visionary mindset to execute effective improvements for business outcomes and customer experiences.
User Experience Design Lead
Christine Magnarelli
2002-2006
BFA in Graphic Design
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
Graduated Magna Cum Laude (3.7 GPA)
Fall 2021
Human Factors in AI
UX Design Thinking Certificate
Duke University
Fall 2022
Designing Strategy
IDEO University
Spring 2018
interaction-design.org
EDUCATION
AWARDS
2010-2015
Print, Web, and Flash Animation
Design Awards
GD USA Design Competition
Spring 2014
Competent Communicator
and Leader
Toastmasters Public Speaking
CONTACT
7589 Natalie Commons Drive
Denver, NC 28037
*********@*************.***
vivrantdesigns.com
Senior UX Designer / Lead Mobile App Designer
Successfully redesigned the Sallie Mae mobile app
for both iOS & Android and achieved a 4.6 star rating in the App Store
Mentored several designers, established design
processes within Agile (SAFe), and led strategic projects Mar 2017 – Oct 2020
Sallie Mae
Newton, MA
Director of UX/UI Design
Apr 2022 – Present
StrongArm Tech
Brooklyn, NY
Transformed the product experiences: redesigned key digital products, improving usability and engagement rates Executed user-centered design strategies, aligning business goals with exceptional user experiences
Recruited, mentored, and managed UX designers, as well as inspired a culture of research, innovation, and collaboration EXPERIENCE
Lead Senior UX/UI Designer
Led the design direction for the Innovation Team to experiment with improved experiences and product visions Mentored designers with constructive feedback to help them elevate their potential and skills
Facilitated Lean UX, Design Thinking, and Journey Mapping workshops across a diverse group of stakeholders
Oct 2020 – Apr 2022
Homesite
Boston, MA
Senior Interactive Designer
Successfully designed Upromise’s first responsive
website plus won a design award for it
Responsible for driving the creative direction on
multi-channel, marketing campaigns
Feb 2010 – Mar 2017
Upromise
Newton, MA
Adobe Suite
Figma
Product Design
Mentoring & Leadership
Usability Testing
Influencial Presentations
Design Thinking
Lean UX
Strategic Planning
EXPERTISE