Howdy, and welcome to my portfolio!
I'm Kristie Chau, a Product and UX Designer based in Central Texas.
My approach to UX design is colored by my diverse experiences that span branding, visual storytelling, graphic design, and copywriting for companies large and small. Holding a Master's in Human-Computer Interaction & Design, I dedicate my skills to improving the intricate dynamics between people and technology.
I hold a deep appreciation for the human dimensions of life, encompassing experiences, ambitions, challenges, and innovations. Guided by a human-centered design ethos, I aim to weave these aspects into the realm of technology. Creating moments that matter through great design is my driving factor.
Experience
Walmart, UX/UI Designer
Austin, TX, 2022 - 2023
- Saved Walmart a minimum of $3.9M annually by overhauling an internal expense report application in 8 weeks.
- Led proprietary project workstream, overseeing design efforts by reporting designers and collaborating with product, business, and development teams.
- Transformed specialized and complex financial workflows to intuitive experiences through user research, user testing, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Enhanced associate experience by utilizing and iterating on wireframes, user flows, and prototypes throughout the design process.
- Streamlined development hand-off process by preparing comprehensive assets and interfaces with functional and technical specifications.
- Upheld accessibility standards and consistency through adherence to Walmart’s internal design system, utilizing vetted Figma components.
- Boosted design team visibility to executive leadership via engaging presentations, prototypes, and interactive sessions.
GoDaddy, Brand Specialist
Austin, TX, 2019 - 2022
- Increased online visibility for over 1,000small businesses through developing unique copy, visual design, and strategic branding.
- Enhanced social media strategy for clients with consideration for their business goals, values, and target audience.
- Improved new-hire onboarding process through developing an intuitive workflow tool for new team members.
- Streamlined cover photo creation process by designing Illustrator templates to personalize social media platforms.
- Promoted efficient workflow practices and new design trends through leading workshops and development sessions.
- Received the highest assessment score on the brand team in 2021 for consistently delivering quality design output, rated by internal QA and clients.
Vessel, Content Manager
Austin, TX, 2017 - 2019
- Supported usability testing efforts through coordinating in-person user testing with prototypes of the Vessel application.
- Increased partner engagement and brand visibility through filming, editing, and producing video content tailored for mobile applications.
- Promoted Vessel’s early adoption through forging strategic partnerships with local businesses and online influencers.
- Assisted in engaging investors by crafting informational content for a local start-up pitch event.
Education
University of California, Irvine
Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design, 2022
University of Texas at austin
B.S., Radio-Television-Film, 2019
Skills
Technical
- Figma
- Adobe XD
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- InVision
- Maze.co
- Qualtrics
- Webflow
- Jira
- Notion
- Mural
- Milanote
- Usertesting.com
UX & Design
- UX Design
- UI Design
- Copywriting
- Visual Design
- Wireframing
- UX Writing
- Content Strategy
- Branding
- Prototyping
- Enterprise Design
- UX Research
- Information Architecture