Hi, I am Ana

I’m a UX Designer with an MS in Human-Centered Design and Engineering, blending a background in Graphic Design with a globally inspired perspective.

I specialize in creating intuitive, impactful experiences that balance user needs, business goals, and aesthetics—all while considering the broader impact on people and the environment.

COLLEAGUE
UX/UI for an educational platform
(2022)

Colleague is a web-based platform designed to support K-12 teachers with lesson planning. It was developed by the University of Washington's College of Education and funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
As part of a four-person team, I contributed to the UX and UI design, creating an interactive prototype that helped stakeholders secure further funding for the project.

BIDMATCH
UX for a digital marketplace
(2017)

A startup company develops a web-based product to connect homeowners with contractors.
The insights from the user research help to develop the UX vision and key components for the ideal “hiring experience" of the site. Learning about the client and the market helps to build a digital product with a strategy based on information.

ALASKA AIRLINES
Concept project: UX for a travel mobile app
(2017)

Understanding current usability problems, exploring additional features, and providing recommendations for improvements could make Alaska Airlines’ app indispensable for travelers.

STANDARD GOODS
Concept project: UX for an e-commerce site (2017)

A clothing store aims to increase its online sales.
Identifying usability problems and focusing on highlighting aspects that positively differentiate a local store from big e-commerce competitors would improve the user's “shopping experience" and, consequently, help the company to reach its goals.