Interaction Designer
Kelly Schalow
I like to ask “why?” a lot. I focus on understanding user needs and trying to get to the core of a problem. I enjoy wire framing and building interactive prototypes.
Experience
First Republic Bank - User Experience Designer
December 2013 - Present
At First Republic I worked with a small team to redesign the online banking applications. I participated in user research from ideation through refinement iterations. Worked with internal and external teams to design features throughout the applications. In particular I was responsible for designing several features, maintaining prototypes, starting a design system, and running unmoderated user research. I consulted with other teams to improve the corporate banking platform and internal applications.
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Vendavo, Inc. - User experience designer
November 2011 - November 2013
At Vendavo I designed a mobile enterprise application for Sales Operative and Managers. I was responsible for the iPad application meant to help in sales negotiations and allow for collaboration. I moderated testing with sales operatives around the country to work out solutions. I worked closely with visual designer and developers to refine the app and launch it. I also consulted with the larger team to refine their flagship product and iterate on a new platform.
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Intuit, Inc. - Interaction design intern
June 2011 - September 2011
Designed a new internal communication platform for “Design for Delight.” The purpose of the platform is to promote design thinking in Intuitʼs work culture. I was responsible for interaction and visual design of the new platform.
Education
University of Washington, Seattle
B.S. HUMAN CENTERED DESIGN & ENGINEERING, HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION
Graduated June 2011