About Me
Curious? Here's a peek into my background.
Intro
Hi there! I’m Ana — a UX Researcher & Designer based in the Bay Area, CA.
I am excited about transforming complex challenges into clear, thoughtful, and user-friendly solutions.
Over the past decade, my design journey has taken me from working as a newspaper layout designer to earning a BA in Design from UC Davis and an MS in Human-Computer Interaction from DePaul University. Along the way, I’ve collaborated with teams on product design, UX research, and marketing projects that aim to make people’s lives just a little bit easier.
I believe great design starts with understanding real people. Whether I’m conducting user interviews, running usability tests, building wireframes, or refining prototypes, I focus on empathy, curiosity, and continuous iteration.
Outside of design, you can find me trying new restaurants, experimenting in the kitchen, or getting lost in a good book. I’m always looking for new opportunities to learn, grow, and design experiences that make an impact, so reach out if you'd like to work together!

Education
Experience
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Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction — DePaul University (4.0 GPA)
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Bachelor of Arts in Design — University of California, Davis (3.95 GPA)
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UX Researcher @ DePaul iD Lab
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Project Team Lead @ Finley Forever Foundation
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Product Design Intern @ Energy Conservation Office
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Graphic Design & Social Media Intern @ UC Davis Internship & Career Center
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UI/UX Design Intern @ Energy Conservation Office
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Photographer & Videographer @ Spoon University - UC Davis Chapter
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​Content Creator @ Delta Sigma Pi - UC Davis Chapter
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Engineering & Marketing Intern @ Student Startup Center
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Layout Designer @ The Epic