CompanyTalentBooklet_uxdi3

TEN WEEKS.ALL DAY.EVERYDAY.HTTP://GENERALASSEMB.LY/LA

General Assembly Meet + Hire UX Designers Tuesday, December 2, 2014 GA LA Campus Lounge, 1520 2nd St, Santa Monica

http://generalassemb.ly

http://generalas

BUILD YOUR TEAMA LITTLE ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

UXDI is General Assembly’s UX Design Immersive track. Immersive means all day, every day, weekends and weeknights, for 10 weeks straight. Students with completely different backgrounds, all retrained as UX practitioners.

Graduates are trained in a variety of skills including user research, prototyping, interaction design, information architecture, interface design + front end web development and they’re eager to put their new skills to work.

HOW TO HIRE:

‣ Full-time: Make them a permanent member of the team. ‣ Contract Work: Hire them freelance, work out an agreement for a

capstone project or assemble a “contract to full time” arrangement.

‣ Apprentice Program: Enroll in our 12-week program and receive support from General Assembly as you hire, train and retain your junior talent.

QUESTIONS?

Contact Kat Yalung at [email protected].

mailto:[email protected]?subject=

HELLO, I’M:

AMIR RASHIDIFARA DESIGN ENTHUSIAST WITH A PASSION FOR DEVELOPING A MAXIMIZED USER-CENTERED EXPERIENCE. MY INTEREST IN BOTH THE DESIGN AND UNDERSTANDING HOW THINGS WORKED STARTED FROM A YOUNG AGE. BY STRIPPING MY GIFTS TO BOLTS AND WIRES TO UNDERSTAND THEIR FUNCTIONALITY.

My previous professional experience in business development has given me the ability to think through complicated road blocks and pinpoint the crossroad where business needs and user needs meet. I took the immersive course to simply sharpen my skills.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Product Manager

Full Time Positions Contract/Freelance positions Apprenticeship Opportunities

LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com/in/rashidifar

EMAIL [email protected]

WEBSITE www.amiruxui.com

WITHIN THE FIELD OF UX, I’M SEEKING TO JOIN YOUR TEAM AS AN:

WHY I DOVE INTO A UX IMMERSIVE

OPPORTUNITIES I’M INTERESTED IN:

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http://www.linkedin.com/in/rashidifar

http://[email protected]

http://www.amiruxui.com

HELLO, I’M:

ANNETTE DALTONMY BACKGROUND IS VARIED AND COMBINES A MULTITUDE OF SKILLS, TECHNIQUES, AND DESIGN METHODOLOGY. I FEEL THESE ATTRIBUTES ENABLE ME TO TAKE ON CHALLENGING PROJECTS WHERE I CAN DO THE THINGS I LOVE LIKE PROBLEM SOLVE, RESEARCH, CREATE, AND CONCEPTUALIZE.

The UX immersive put a new spin on my specialties in Anthropological research. The immersive gave me more confidence in feeling more than just a kid who just graduated, but a UX Designing kid with a chance.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect

Full Time Positions Contract/Freelance positions

LINKEDIN http://lnkd.in/byGHUjE


WEBSITE http://dalton-creative.com/




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http://lnkd.in/byGHUjE


http://dalton-creative.com/

HELLO, I’M:

BRIANNA PRICE I AM AN EMPATHETIC UX DESIGNER WHO HAS A CURIOSITY FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF PEOPLE AND THEIR CULTURE. I ENJOY CREATING DESIGNS THAT ARE NOT ONLY FUNCTIONAL, BUT ALSO HOLD MEANING AND VALUE TO THE PEOPLE WHO USE THEM.

I've always enjoyed helping people get to the root cause of an issue. UX is a vehicle for me to mediate and problem solve professionally. Improving peoples lives through the things we make, and the way we make them.



LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com/pub/brianna-price/47/965/a96

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/brianna-price


WEBSITE http://www.briannapriceux.com/




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https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=166603218&trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile_pic

http://profiles.generalassemb.ly/stephenkurshner


http://www.briannapriceux.com/

HELLO, I’M:

CHARLES SMITHWITH A BACKGROUND IN ARCHITECTURE AND REAL ESTATE, I HAVE DEVELOPED A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE INTO USER EXPERIENCE DESIGN. AFTER SPENDING MORE THAN 3 YEARS DOING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT BOTH IN THE US AND ABROAD, I DECIDED TO EXPLORE ANOTHER FIELD.

Initially, my intention was to help develop a startup I founded, but with each day spent at General Assembly, I have become increasingly interested in user experience design as well as development on numerous platforms.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/thecharlessmith/

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/charlessmith


WEBSITE http://www.thecharlessmith.com/




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/thecharlessmith/



http://www.thecharlessmith.com/

HELLO, I’M:

CHRISTINE TRANMY EMPATHY AND OBSERVATION SKILLS HELP ME GET TO THE CORE OF WHAT USERS REALLY WANT, NOT JUST WHAT THEY SAY THEY WANT.

I acquired a taste for UX in my last job working in a product development team. I wanted more!

UX Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect


LINKEDIN http://linkedin.com/in/csstran

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/christinetran


WEBSITE http://www.csstran.com/




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http://linkedin.com/in/csstran



http://www.csstran.com/

HELLO, I’M:

DAVID CHANI AM A UX DESIGNER, HUSBAND, FATHER, MINIMALIST, LOVER OF MOUNTAINS, AND LIFELONG LEARNER. I CRAVE KNOWLEDGE AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH.

For the past 20+ years, I’ve built a roadmap to UX Design. Storytelling through a BA in English, information architecture as a Digital Asset Manager, problem solving as a Systems Analyst, then user research and empathy as an IT Manager.



LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/djchan/

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/profiles/iamthechan


WEBSITE http://www.iamthechan.com/




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/djchan/



http://www.iamthechan.com/

HELLO, I’M:

JACLYN WOJCIKI'VE BEEN STARING AT COMPUTER SCREENS SINCE THE APPLE IIE, WHICH IS WHY I HAD TO GET OVERSIZED RED-FRAMED GLASSES IN 4TH GRADE.

My background in writing, content creation, and story development was a natural transition into UX. I get to the heart of the story to design enjoyable experiences and products that communicate important messages for brands, companies, and individuals.

UX Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Product Manager Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclynwojcik

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/jaclyn-wojcik


WEBSITE http://jaclynwojcik.com/




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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaclynwojcik

https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/jaclyn-wojcik

mailto:[email protected]

http://jaclynwojcik.com/

HELLO, I’M:

JANET WANGUX/UI DESIGNER WITH A BACKGROUND IN BRAND & BUSINESS STRATEGY FOR FASHION, E-COMMERCE, HOSPITALITY, AND TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES. PAST CLIENTS INCLUDE FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES AND BEEKEEPERS IN KENYA. I DESIGN BECAUSE I CARE ABOUT CREATING USEFUL & MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES FOR PEOPLE.

My past work experience and studies have trained me well for the research and planning aspects of UX design. I wanted an opportunity to refine my design skills by learning best practices and working through multiple real world-like projects.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Product Manager


LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetcwang

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/janetcwang


WEBSITE http://www.janetcwang.com/




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https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetcwang



http://www.janetcwang.com/

HELLO, I’M:

JASON DUARTEI'M A UX/UI DESIGNER AND STRATEGIST WITH A LOVE OF STORYTELLING. I'M PART DIE HARD OREO FANATIC AND SCIENCE FICTION NERD. I CARE ABOUT CREATING COMPELLING EXPERIENCES WHETHER IT'S A DIGITAL INTERFACE OR DESIGNING A BRAND NEW PRODUCT.

I have always had a love for the "journey" and "experiences" in life. Noticing the little thing that make life easier or more enjoyable. UX gives me the opportunity to be creative and collaborate with other great minds.



LINKEDIN www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-duarte/a4/6b7/308

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/jduarte


WEBSITE jrduarte.com




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https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=371995640&trk=spm_pic



http://jrduarte.com

HELLO, I’M:

JOE WEBSTERI’M A PROBLEM SOLVER, UX DESIGNER AND FRONT END DEVELOPER. I HAVE ONE GOAL: TO DESIGN DIGITAL PRODUCTS THAT MEANINGFULLY IMPROVE USERS' LIVES.

I became extremely frustrated with coding web applications that didn’t fulfill the needs of users. I realized that a user centered design process was the missing ingredient and decided to add the discipline to my skill set.

UX Designer Interaction Designer Combo UX and Developer


LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeswebster


WEBSITE www.joeswebster.com




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https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeswebster


http://www.joeswebster.com

HELLO, I’M:

KYLE CRAFT

UX DESIGNER, STRATEGIST, STORY TELLER, DANCE PARTY STARTER

I choose to take a break from working and dive into a fully immersive course to hone in on my user experience skills I had already touched on and level up my UX career.



LINKEDIN http://linkedin.com/in/kylecraft

ALUMNI PROFILEhttps://profiles.generalassemb.ly/kyle-craft


WEBSITE http://kylecraftux.com




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http://linkedin.com/in/kylecraft

https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/kyle-craft

mailto:[email protected]

http://kylecraftux.com

HELLO, I’M:

LESLIE PARK I'VE BEEN A UX DESIGNER DISGUISED AS A DIGITAL STRATEGIST FOR MOST OF MY CAREER. MY DECISION TO PIVOT FROM AN ACCOUNT DIRECTOR TO UX WAS MOTIVATED BY MY DESIRE TO PURSUE A CAREER THAT GETS ME EXCITED EVERY DAY.

I am decisive. UX is the direction I've been naturally drawn to throughout my career. I believe UX is thinking strategically about customer behaviors, passions & desires and is the foundation of a company's customer strategy. I follow my beliefs.



LINKEDIN http://linkedin.com/in/lesliepark


WEBSITE http://lesliepark.me/




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http://linkein.com/in/lesliepark


http://lesliepark.me/

HELLO, I’M:

MARISSA GAUGLERFROM AN EARLY AGE, I HAVE OBSESSED OVER HOW INTERACTIONS, FROM BRANDS TO CITIES, CAN FOSTER EXPERIENCES. AS A GRAPHIC AND USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER, I'M DRIVEN TO FULFILL THE NEED FOR USEFUL AND DELIGHTFUL TOOLS BY HARNESSING HUMAN-CENTERED DESIGN PRINCIPLES.

After researching careers including exhibition and social design, I realized user experience design would give my work the process and purpose I so craved. And because I welcome a challenge!

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/marissagaugler/

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/marissa-gaugler


WEBSITE http://marissagaugler.squarespace.com/




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/marissagaugler/



http://marissagaugler.squarespace.com/

HELLO, I’M:

MARVISON MONSERRAT, JR.

I AM A LONG BEACH NATIVE WITH A LOVE FOR MUSIC AND COFFEE. BUT, I'M ALSO A UX DESIGNER LOOKING TO CREATE EXPERIENCES THAT ARE BOTH VIRTUAL AND REAL. EXPERIENCES THAT LEAVE WITH THE USER WHEN THEY LOG OFF.

The UX immersive put a new spin on my specialties in Anthropological research. The immersive gave me more confidence in feeling more than just a kid who just graduated, but a UX Designing kid with a chance.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Product Manager Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN http://lnkd.in/am2bfk

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/marvisonux


WEBSITE http://marvisonux.com/




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http://lnkd.in/am2bfk



http://marvisonux.com/

HELLO, I’M:

MICHELLE OLAYA-MARQUEZ

I HAVE BEEN BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN PEOPLE AND INTERFACES SINCE THE AGE OF 7. SINCE THEN, I HAVE DABBLED IN PSYCHOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, INSTALLATION ART, AND GRAPHIC DESIGN. USER EXPERIENCE ALLOWS ME TO COMBINE MY LIFE'S PASSIONS IN ONE PLACE.

After realizing I hadn't in fact invented card-sorting, and than an entire industry considers post-its a legitimate design tool, I had to learn more, immediately. Leaving behind my Lead Designer position was tough, but I haven't looked back since.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Combo UX and Developer Product Manager Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleolayamarquez/

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/michelleolayamarquez


WEBSITE http://www.michelleux.com/




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleolayamarquez/



http://www.michelleux.com/

HELLO, I’M:

NICK LOY I'M A LOT MORE THAN 40 WORDS, BUT HERE WE GO... I STRIVE TO CREATE NEW AND UNIQUE EXPERIENCES. I'M PASSIONATE ABOUT NATURAL AND INTUITIVE INTERACTIONS, AND HARNESSING EMERGING AND FUTURE TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE.

Nearly every part of my life involves some form of UX. Recognizing its importance in combination with my passion for creating unique experiences and pursuing my own ideas is why I dove head first into the UX Immersive.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Combo UX and Developer Product Manager Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN http://linkedin.com/in/nickloyux

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/profiles/nick-loy


WEBSITE http://nickloy.com/




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http://linkedin.com/in/nickloyux



http://nickloy.com/

HELLO, I’M:

SHAWN VASANDANIUX DESIGNER. LIFEHACKER. DIGITAL ARCHITECT.

Since I was a kid, I've always had a strong desire to create, make, build, and test things. I love solving complex problems through design; gathering different pieces of information to create efficient, timeless design structure and interactions.

UX Designer Interaction Designer Product Manager


LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnvasandani/

ALUMNI PROFILE https://profiles.generalassemb.ly/uxshawn


WEBSITE www.uxshawn.nyc




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnvasandani/

http://alumni.generalassemb.ly/


http://www.uxshawn.nyc

HELLO, I’M:

SOFIA KHAN I AM A SELF-STARTER THAT MANAGES AMBIGUITY WITH MY UX TOOLKIT AND FILLS GAPS WITH USER RESEARCH. I LOVE SOLVING PROBLEMS BY UNTANGLING STRANDS OF DATA ALONG WITH HEAPS OF USER & BUSINESS NEEDS TO DESIGN (& ITERATE!) MEASURABLE SUCCESS.

I was pained to see clients struggle to learn software along with seeing company performance decrease. I wanted to formally learn and strengthen my UX skill set & abandon learned practices that weren't contributing towards meeting user and business goals.

UX Designer UI Designer User Researcher Interaction Designer Information Architect Something else, ask me about it!


LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofiaUX

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/sofiaUX


WEBSITE http://sofiaux.com/




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https://www.linkedin.com/in/sofiaUX



https://www.susiemoonux.com/

HELLO, I’M:

STEPHEN KURSHNERI'M A CREATIVE THINKER, PROBLEM-SOLVER AND MUSICIAN. MY GOAL IN LIFE IS TO CREATE THINGS THAT OTHER PEOPLE LOVE, WHETHER IT BE A DIGITAL PRODUCT OR A SONG. I BELIEVE COLLABORATION AND UNDERSTANDING PEOPLE'S BEHAVIOR IS KEY TO DESIGN SUCCESS.

I reached a point in life where I needed a big career change. When I discovered UX, I realized it was a perfect fit. As a lifetime car-nut, I want to my apply UX skills in the auto industry.

UX Designer UI Designer Interaction Designer Information Architect


LINKEDIN http://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkurshner

ALUMNI PROFILE http://profiles.generalassemb.ly/stephenkurshner


WEBSITE www.stephenkurshner.com




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenkurshner



http://www.stephenkurshner.com

HELLO, I’M:

SUSIE MOON I'M A UX/UI DESIGNER AND STRATEGIST WITH A PASSION FOR VISUAL AESTHETICS AND INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT HELP OTHERS. MY BACKGROUND IN ANTHROPOLOGY, HEALTHCARE, AND FASHION HAVE MOLDED ME INTO A CURIOUS, MOTIVATED, AND CREATIVE INDIVIDUAL WHO ASPIRES TO CONTINUE LEARNING.

I’ve always been curiously passionate about products and services that are easy-to-use, aesthetically engaging and provide meaningful experiences. I chose UXDI to learn the foundation for success as a UX designer and to collaborate with other creative thinkers like myself.



LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/pub/susie-moon/96/688/536

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/susie-moon


WEBSITE https://www.susiemoonux.com/




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https://www.linkedin.com/pub/susie-moon/96/688/536



https://www.susiemoonux.com/

HELLO, I’M:

YULIYA MASKALIKI AM A CURIOUS ARTIST WHO TAKES A VAGUE IDEA AND BRINGS IT INTO FOCUS.

During my career as a lawyer, I felt like I was missing something. User Experience Design was this missing part, where I can express myself as a creative, curious and true artist.



LINKEDIN https://www.linkedin.com/pub/yuliya-maskalik/83/9a4/745

ALUMNI PROFILE profiles.generalassemb.ly/yuliya-maskalik


WEBSITE http://www.yuliyaux.com/




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http://www.linkedin.com/in/marissagaugler/



http://www.yuliyaux.com/

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