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Explore my portfolio: ashleykimdesigns.com Plant mom by day, stress-baker by night, and a UX Designer and Researcher by passion. I’m a Senior UX Designer & Researcher with 5+ years of experience creating intuitive, user-friendly designs grounded in human-centered research. With a background in psychology and a focus on human factors, I bring a research-driven approach to solving complex problems and designing experiences that truly resonate with people. Curious and empathetic, I see challenges as opportunities to learn and grow. I get excited when uncovering friction points through user research, missing puzzle pieces waiting to be solved. I believe every interaction, from UX work to collaboration and presentation, is part of the overall user experience. With strengths in research, critical analysis, and communication, I am confident in my ability to contribute meaningfully to any design and research project.

Hi there! Looking for a UX/UI designer who blends research-driven insights with sleek, user-friendly designs? You’re in the right place! I'm Derek, a UX/UI Designer and Researcher with 4 years of professional experience and a master's degree in psychology. I also have experience with computer science and AI-driven product design. My expertise lies in user research, usability testing, and data-driven design, ensuring seamless digital experiences that align with both business goals and user needs. What I Can Do for You: ✅ User Research & Usability Testing – Data-driven insights to enhance UX ✅ Wireframing & Prototyping – Creating seamless user journeys ✅ UI/UX Design for Web & Mobile – Engaging, accessible, and modern designs ✅ SaaS & Dashboard Design – Optimized interfaces for complex data ✅ A/B Testing & UX Strategy – Ensuring design effectiveness ✅ Survey Creation and Design Why Work With Me? ✔ Strong Research Foundation – Psychology-backed user insights ✔ Tech-Savvy – Familiar with HTML, CSS, and front-end principles ✔ AI & Data-Driven – Experience designing for AI-powered products ✔ Industry-Standard Tools – Figma, Adobe XD, Miro, Hotjar, Maze Keywords: UX/UI Design, User Research, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Prototyping, SaaS Design, A/B Testing, UX Strategy, Data-Driven Design, Dashboard UI, Mobile & Web Design, Interaction Design, Design Systems Let’s Connect! Click “Invite to Job” and let’s bring your vision to life!

UX Researcher | User Interviews • Survey Design • Usability Testing • Qualitative Research I'm an experienced mixed-methods researcher with 7+ years of experience uncovering actionable insights through user interviews, focus groups, surveys, and usability testing. I help product teams and individuals understand real user behavior, validate ideas, and improve experiences with a deep focus on North American audiences. I offer end-to-end UX research support, from scoping and recruiting through fieldwork, synthesis, and final reporting. Whether you need rapid insights or a deep dive, I bring clarity to the product development process with a research strategy tailored to your goals. 🔧 What I Do Best: User Interviews & Focus Groups – Moderated sessions that uncover emotional drivers, pain points, and unmet needs Usability Testing – Task-based testing for prototypes, websites, and mobile apps Survey Design & Analysis – Smart, bias-aware questions + distribution + data interpretation UX Audits – Heuristic and competitive evaluations to spot friction and recommend improvements Product & Market Research – Identify opportunities, validate concepts, and map the competitive landscape North American Insight – Deep knowledge of U.S. and Canadian user mindsets, behaviors, and expectations ✅ Tools I Use: Zoom, Dovetail, Optimal Workshop, Figma, Lookback, Typeform, Google Forms, Airtable, Miro, and more. Clients appreciate my ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and turn complex findings into clear next steps. Let’s connect if you're looking for strategic, high-impact research that drives smarter product decisions!

I’m a Cognitive/Data Scientist, with a focus on user experience and product design. I bring a (mostly) scientific approach to UX, bridging academic literature with applied product development strategies. I leverage my background in neuroscience, education, & data visualization to conduct end-to-end product research with meaningful impact. I love statistics, the brain, & I specialize in communicating information to diverse audiences. I'm also curious about the evolving relationship between humans & technology, & the 'why' behind an idea or product.