Breaking into Design

With over 7 years of experience as a UX researcher and a certified professional from the Nielsen Norman Group (NNG), I’ve navigated through many of the challenges that you might be facing as an aspiring UX designer.

Here’s how I can help you break into the field:

1. Understanding the UX Landscape
2. We’ll start by exploring what UX design really is, the different career paths (research, interaction design, UI), and the core principles that guide successful UX designers.
3. Defining Your Learning Path
4. I’ll create a customized learning roadmap that suits your interests and goals. You’ll get recommendations on the best resources, tools, and skills to focus on — from user research to wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.
5. Building Essential Skills
6. We’ll dive deep into the practical side of UX design. Through personalized sessions, I’ll help you build hands-on experience with key tools like Figma, Sketch, and Miro, while refining your research and design thinking skills.
7. Portfolio and Resume Guidance
8. I’ll review your portfolio and resume, giving you actionable feedback on how to present your work in a way that attracts employers. Learn what makes a portfolio stand out in today’s competitive market.
9. Mock Interviews and Job Prep
10. Ace your interviews with realistic mock sessions. We’ll cover common interview questions, scenario-based tasks, and tips on how to showcase your skills confidently in any UX job interview.

Let’s get you ready to break into UX and build a career you’ll love!