Resume

PROFILE SUMMARY

  • Detail and action-oriented, empathetic and analytical with strong interpersonal skills able to collaborate effectively and work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, interact with a variety of users, and maintain great rapport even under challenging circumstances to ensure project success
  • Dedicated and results driven UX Researcher with 4 years of experience in conducting qualitative and quantitative research to deliver actionable insights that drive product and design decisions
October 2021 – July 2024

UX Researcher II

ADP 
  • Conducted end-to-end UX research to improve multiple pages and features within Wisely (prepaid debit card for employees and consumers) and Tax Products completing each project within a 6-week cycle

    • Boosted internal tax processor satisfaction, elevating NPS scores from 30 to 50

    • Optimized multiple workflows within Wisely, leading to a 15% reduction in errors, penalties, and interest for ADP

    • Achieved a 30% increase in user satisfaction for multiple pages and features, as measured by pre-and post-assessment scores

    • Orchestrated a mixed-methods research project that proposed multiple solutions, resulting in a projected savings of $1.5 million for ADP on Wisely card orders.

    • Conducted over 50+ user interviews

    • Presented complex research findings to senior stakeholders, ensuring that insights were actionable and aligned with business priorities

    Successfully managed dual roles by covering for a colleague on maternity leave, effectively handling the research responsibilities of a two-person job and ensuring seamless project continuity and team productivity

    Employment gap due to Covid 19 Pandemic

    May 2019 – June 2020

    UX Research Coordinator

    ADP (Contractor)

    Managed participant recruitment and research processes for 20+ studies, providing insights that guided product development and improved user experiences

    Collaborated with diverse, cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between user research, product strategy, and business objectives

    Contributed to the design and implementation of usability testing frameworks, resulting in increased user engagement and improved product-market fit

    February 2021 – June 2021

    Service Design Consultant

    Be-Un Consulting (Apprentice)

    Led research efforts for various industries, including healthcare, banking, and SaaS, applying both qualitative and quantitative methods to uncover critical insights for product and service development

    Designed and executed mixed-method research plans tailored to project goals, employing user interviews, surveys, and product data analysis

    Synthesized research into actionable insights and compelling narratives that drove empathy and inspired innovation across teams

    Education

    BA Study of Religion

    University of California, Los Angeles

    ADDITIONAL TRAINING

    UC Davis Extension – Quantitative Research 2024

    DeQue University – Accessibility Training 2024

    Udemy – Cyber Security: Awareness Training for Everyone 2024

    LinkedIn Learning – Foundations of UX Research 2024

    UN Consulting – Seminar Leader, Program Manager, Service Design Consultant (2019- 2023)

    RELEVANT SKILLS

    Qualitative & Quantitative Research Methods

    Usability Testing & User Interviews

    Journey Mapping & Persona Creation

    Data Analysis & Synthesis

    Cross-functional Team Collaboration

    Research Tools: UserZoom, Miro, WebEx, Qualtrics, Dovetail, Pendo

    Design Tools: Figma

    Agile Methodology & Stakeholder Communication