E-mail: swelch.creative@gmail.com
Location: Westminster, Colorado
A UX professional based in Westminster, Colorado. I enjoy making systems more efficient, creating innovative designs, and building strong connections through collaboration. Willing to relocate.
Skills and Competencies
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM
Working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe XD, and Adobe Acrobat
White Belt Lean Six Sigma
Proficient in Figma, Miro, Optimal Workshop, Maze, Mural, Canva, WordPress, and Sketch
Experience with communication platforms such as Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom
Education
DesignLab UX Academy
Graduated January 2023
Coursework includes Building Wireframes, UX Research Methodology, Prototyping, Usability Testing, and UI Design
Certificate of Completion UX Academy Foundations
Received January 2022
Coursework includes Color Theory and Typography, Design Evaluation and Critique, and UI Design Elements.
Bachelor of Criminology/Criminal Justice, Western Carolina University
Graduated May 2016
Coursework includes Criminal Statistics, Juvenile Justice, and Gender and Crime.
Bachelor of Anthropology, Western Carolina University
Graduated May 2016
Coursework includes Cultural Anthropology, Intro to Forensic Anthropology, and Physical and Biological Anthropology.
Professional Experience
UX/UI Designer, Sketchfolio - Lafayette, CO
October 2023 - Current
Worked closely with the design and development teams to define visual and functional requirements
Used wireframes, mock-ups, and prototypes to establish user interface design and architecture
Leveraged WordPress to design and update websites, landing pages, and other digital assets to support communication and marketing strategies
Researched and proposed new solutions to make the website more user-friendly
Junior Strategist, Sketchfolio - Lafayette, CO
March 2023-October 2023
Proficient in conducting user research, competitive analysis, and stakeholder interviews to inform design decisions
Collaborates closely with the design team to craft user-focused web pages, dashboards, and marketing materials aligned with the company's brand identity
Skillfully develops design strategy briefs and decks, catering to clients, partners, and colleagues, facilitating effective communication and alignment on design goals and direction
Editorial Assistant, Taylor and Francis Group - Boca Raton, FL
January 2020 - May 2022
Communicates with authors through the editorial process (Looking over the artwork, tables, covers, writing copy, permissions etc.)
Works on various professional and academic titles within the engineering, construction and property management, mental health, and education fields
Preparing contracts for editors
Sending out gratis copies once a book has been sent to press
Sending author and editor payments through SAP system
Working with two different publishers (Routledge and CRC Press) and multiple production groups simultaneously
Barista, Sip Java Co. – Fort Lauderdale, FL
September 2017 – June 2020
Preparing and serving drinks, pastries, and other food items, while providing exceptional customer service
Providing customers with an overview of the preparation methods of coffee and resolving any questions or concerns
Handling cash and promoting sales of coffee and food consumption
Train new employees on coffee preparation methods and food safety standards
Assistant Manager, C&C Market Research – Asheville, NC
August 2016 – September 2017
Assisting with the recruitment and training of new staff
Organizing presentations and leading discussions during employee meetings, and addressing questions and concerns
Developing and implementing social media marketing strategies to advertise current research studies
Recruiting several respondents to participate in entertainment, consumer product, and medical studies
Administering surveys to respondents and organizing focus groups with clients. Addressing respondent concerns
Communicating with corporate to gather information on upcoming studies. Strategizing solutions to meet a respondent quota and organizing and analyzing collected data with Microsoft Excel
Field School Archaeologist, Western Carolina University Anthropology and Sociology Dept.
May 2013 – July 2013
Collecting and cataloging all Cherokee artifacts found at Quanuassee Village Archaeological site (Hayesville, NC) and preparing artifacts found in units to be analyzed in the Archaeology Lab
Using GPR device to locate potential disturbances in soil. Performing surveying work with GPS and level instruments.
Working with 3-D printing and Scanning Methods. Researching and learning about Cherokee Native American culture