Jessica is a UX designer specializing in community-building and integrating user needs with business goals.

My background in landscape architecture honed my ability to design systems that are functional, aesthetic, and sustainable. I bring the same rigor, systemic thinking, and work ethic into UX. Drawing from my time in sociocultural anthropology, I approach design with a deep understanding of human behavior and cultural contexts, ensuring inclusive and empathetic solutions. Passionate about quality over quantity, I prioritize close, hands-on collaboration with users or clients to iterate on designs that align with success metrics and deliver impactful results. Grounded in my commitment to environmental sustainability, I strive to design products that promote mindful living and drive positive change.

Currently, I’m pursuing a Masters degree in Human-Computer Interaction from the University of California, Santa Cruz, Silicon Valley Campus. I’m actively looking for internship opportunities for summer 2025!

What Jess brings

User Experience

Research Analysis

Data Analysis / Visualization

Wireframing, Information Architecture, Prototyping

Marketing Strategies

Client Negotiation

Creative Thinking

Design Thinking

Cross-functional Collaboration

Adaptability

Self-starting Leadership

Ownership & Execution

Jess is also…

in Strategic Thinking domain (Analytical • Focus • Ideation • Learner • Empathy)

an ENFJ-A (Extraverted • Intuitive • Assertive • Feeling • Judging)

a neighborhood volunteer who enjoys caring for stray cats.

an adventurer in 🚙off-roading, ❄️snow activities, and 👣ethnographic traveling.