Aerie Hsu-Chen

Houston, Texas | 713-972-5517 | ahsu95@gmail.com | Linkedin

Highly motivated and detail-oriented UX/UI Designer with a strong focus on user research. Armed with a solid understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies, I am passionate about creating intuitive and impactful digital experiences. Skilled in conducting user interviews, analyzing data, and translating insights into actionable design recommendations. Proficient in industry-standard design tools, such as Figma, and eager to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver user-centric solutions. Committed to continuous learning and staying abreast of industry trends to deliver innovative and engaging user experiences.

University of Houston 

Bachelors in Media Production - 2019

Minor in Business Foundations - 2019  

Rice University 

UX/UI Certificate - 2021

edX UX/UI Instructional Specialist - Remote

October 2022 – present

• Create an engaging, positive, and inclusive learning environment for our students

• Explain complex topics to individuals with both a technical and non-technical backgrounds

• Ensure you are bringing the learning experience to life, building community, and enhancing relevance through drawing on your own industry experience

• Infuse empathy, support, encouragement, and fun into the students' learning progression 

Urban Kitchen Coalition UX/UI Designer - Houston, TX

September 2022 – present

• Designed low-fi landing page and mid-fi wireframe landing page prototypes via Figma

• Created a style tile with color palette, iconography, and typography

• Created a new website via Wix based on iterations of wireframe prototypes along with further testing

• Keep the current website up-to-date with events, changes, and updates

Freelance UX/UI Designer - Houston, TX

September 2021 – present

• Conducted user research and interviews for accurate information regarding each product

• Managed requirements gathering, implementation mapping, & user testing

• Created prototype mock-ups; paper prototypes, wireframes, and high fidelity 

• Consulting with various business as a UX researcher to assist in their UX/UI process

UH Athletics Assistant - UH Athletics at the University of Houston 

January 2019 – June 2019

• Managed all aspects of technical execution, camera placement, and lighting.

• Formulated an informative audio presentation.

• Taught students with various learning needs.

Free Food for Thought Podcast Editor – Claremont McKenna College 

February 2016 – April 2017

• Used advanced techniques and methods to edit and maximize the podcast.

• Worked well independently to solve audio issues.

• Served as a friendly, hardworking, and punctual employee.