As a Lead User Experience Designer, my mission is to craft exceptional digital experiences that delight users and exceed expectations. With a decade of expertise in visual design, and 3+ years in user research, and product development, I create intuitive and innovative designs tailored to users’ needs. Through an inquisitive nature, I understand users’ motivations, sparking delight in every interaction. My passion for design and user-centric approach elevate digital products, making a positive impact on users’ lives and fostering lasting connections with brands. My motto is “A happier future is not possible without change or some discomfort. What comes after that is what we all truly seek.” as I truly believe we’re all put on this earth to figure out what our purpose is and how to create an intentional plan to get us there. Areas of Expertise: - Cognitive Empathy: Ability to understand and perceive the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of users to gain insights into their experiences, needs, and emotions. I analyze and interpret their overall body language, verbal communication, and facial expressions to infer their emotional state and perspective. - Design: Leverage my expertise in visual communication to create innovative, compelling and aesthetically pleasing designs that are intuitive and enhance the overall user experience of digital products. - Leadership & Management: Led and managed diverse teams consisting of individuals with varied backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives throughout my 25+ years of my professional career. 3 Achievements I’m proud of: - As a User Experience Designer, I improved the accessibility of Civilience and 8BillionMinds interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience and increasing productivity. -As a former graphic designer, I increased conversions for multiple companies in various industries, including JGI Outdoor Advertising, Smile Outside, Dominion Global Inc, and Fabian’s Latin Flavors. -As a former Digital Arts teacher, I successfully facilitated and managed the National Art Honor Society, producing a range of graphic design, art, and sales campaigns to raise awareness for multiple causes. I was also honored with the National Art Honor Society Teacher Award. Outside of work, I cherish spending quality time with family, Traveling the world is a passion of mine, as I love exploring new cultures, immersing myself in diverse experiences, and expanding my horizons. Self-improvement is a continuous journey for me, as I am dedicated to personal growth and development. I am happy to make new connections!

Ana Ortiz

As a Lead User Experience Designer, my mission is to craft exceptional digital experiences that delight users and exceed expectations. With a decade of expertise in visual design, and 3+ years in user research, and product development, I create intuitive and innovative designs tailored to users’ needs. Through an inquisitive nature, I understand users’ motivations, sparking delight in every interaction. My passion for design and user-centric approach elevate digital products, making a positive impact on users’ lives and fostering lasting connections with brands. My motto is “A happier future is not possible without change or some discomfort. What comes after that is what we all truly seek.” as I truly believe we’re all put on this earth to figure out what our purpose is and how to create an intentional plan to get us there. Areas of Expertise: - Cognitive Empathy: Ability to understand and perceive the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of users to gain insights into their experiences, needs, and emotions. I analyze and interpret their overall body language, verbal communication, and facial expressions to infer their emotional state and perspective. - Design: Leverage my expertise in visual communication to create innovative, compelling and aesthetically pleasing designs that are intuitive and enhance the overall user experience of digital products. - Leadership & Management: Led and managed diverse teams consisting of individuals with varied backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives throughout my 25+ years of my professional career. 3 Achievements I’m proud of: - As a User Experience Designer, I improved the accessibility of Civilience and 8BillionMinds interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience and increasing productivity. -As a former graphic designer, I increased conversions for multiple companies in various industries, including JGI Outdoor Advertising, Smile Outside, Dominion Global Inc, and Fabian’s Latin Flavors. -As a former Digital Arts teacher, I successfully facilitated and managed the National Art Honor Society, producing a range of graphic design, art, and sales campaigns to raise awareness for multiple causes. I was also honored with the National Art Honor Society Teacher Award. Outside of work, I cherish spending quality time with family, Traveling the world is a passion of mine, as I love exploring new cultures, immersing myself in diverse experiences, and expanding my horizons. Self-improvement is a continuous journey for me, as I am dedicated to personal growth and development. I am happy to make new connections!

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As a Lead User Experience Designer, my mission is to craft exceptional digital experiences that delight users and exceed expectations. With a decade of expertise in visual design, and 3+ years in user research, and product development, I create intuitive and innovative designs tailored to users’ needs. Through an inquisitive nature, I understand users’ motivations, sparking delight in every interaction. My passion for design and user-centric approach elevate digital products, making a positive impact on users’ lives and fostering lasting connections with brands.

My motto is “A happier future is not possible without change or some discomfort. What comes after that is what we all truly seek.” as I truly believe we’re all put on this earth to figure out what our purpose is and how to create an intentional plan to get us there.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Cognitive Empathy:
    Ability to understand and perceive the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of users to gain insights into their experiences, needs, and emotions. I analyze and interpret their overall body language, verbal communication, and facial expressions to infer their emotional state and perspective.

  • Design:
    Leverage my expertise in visual communication to create innovative, compelling and aesthetically pleasing designs that are intuitive and enhance the overall user experience of digital products.

  • Leadership & Management:
    Led and managed diverse teams consisting of individuals with varied backgrounds, expertise, and perspectives throughout my 25+ years of my professional career.

3 Achievements I’m proud of:

  • As a User Experience Designer, I improved the accessibility of Civilience and 8BillionMinds interfaces, enhancing the overall user experience and increasing productivity.
    -As a former graphic designer, I increased conversions for multiple companies in various industries, including JGI Outdoor Advertising, Smile Outside, Dominion Global Inc, and Fabian’s Latin Flavors.
    -As a former Digital Arts teacher, I successfully facilitated and managed the National Art Honor Society, producing a range of graphic design, art, and sales campaigns to raise awareness for multiple causes. I was also honored with the National Art Honor Society Teacher Award.

Outside of work, I cherish spending quality time with family, Traveling the world is a passion of mine, as I love exploring new cultures, immersing myself in diverse experiences, and expanding my horizons. Self-improvement is a continuous journey for me, as I am dedicated to personal growth and development.

I am happy to make new connections!

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Adobe Illustrator
Adobe XD
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Advert Design
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Book Illustration
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Education

Bachelor in Fine Arts at Art Institute of Houston
October 15, 2002 - September 6, 2006
Major in Graphic Design

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Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization
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