Hello! I’m Kyle.

I want to design interfaces, drink coffee, and hike mountains.

I am a UX/UI Designer with an education in advertising, and a background in building client relationships and software product development.

I am seeking opportunities where I can learn new things, solve puzzles, be part of a collaborative team, and have room to grow and develop my professional skills.

Experience

• 5+ years working for SaaS company in software design & implementation

• 5+ years building client relationships & account management

• 3+ years researching & understanding client workflows & pain points

• 3+ years software presentation & training

• 2.5+ years creating & managing software tickets & software design tickets

• 2+ years & completed certification courses in UX Design, creating web & mobile user interfaces & software features

Design Philosophy

There is beauty in simplicity.  I believe the best products are ones that any user can pick up, and intuitively comprehend how to use.    

I enjoy thinking through the features a product might be lacking or that may end up being excessive, to give users that beautifully simple experience that makes a product great.

Good design starts with understanding the user, how they will naturally interact with the product, and what pain points they will encounter along the way.

With over five years experience as an account manager, working directly with stakeholders and end users, one of my most valuable skills is the ability to build relationships and understand user needs.

Whether it is brainstorming a way to set a product apart from competitors, or finding ways to meet the needs of a complex client in a complex industry, good design requires creative problem-solving.

Utilizing my creativity and finding solutions for these types of puzzles is the most rewarding aspect of learning client workflows and pain points, and designing interfaces to meet their needs.

Teamwork makes the dream work. I enjoy leading and being part of a team. While I am confident in myself and my work, I understand that my own perspective and experience have limitations.

Working on diverse teams to develop software interfaces and features has taught me that the most effective way to grow and be successful is to work with others and learn from their thoughts and ideas.

Recommendations

  • "I would highly recommend Kyle as a UI/UX designer. His design sensibility, keen attention to detail and product/software-oriented mindset consistently helped elevate our products. Kyle would be a valuable hands-on contributor to any team."

    Brett McGuire

    Vice President of Design

    Uhlig, LLC.

  • "I have worked with Kyle for 5+ years. Kyle is professional, sincere, hard working, and willing to learn new things to sharpen his skill set. Having him as a part of the team is a positive for any organization. "

    Nadiah Khalid

    Vice President of Account Management

    Uhlig, LLC.

  • "Kyle is one of the most intelligent, dedicated, and trustworthy UX/UI professionals I have worked with over my 10+ years in software sales. His expertise directly contributed to the success of multiple unique projects and initiatives during our time together at Uhlig, requiring continual creativity and outside-the-box problem-solving skills to deliver innovative solutions to customers, all while working within stringent guidelines and timetables."

    Charlie Rogers

    SOLIDWORKS Territory Development Manager

    MLC CAD Systems, LLC.

  • "I had the pleasure of working with Kyle and not only is he impressive in his actions, his thinking, his implementation and his commitment to customer service...he brings no ego to the workplace and not only works well in a team, but tries to help make those around him better. He is destined to be a leader and bring improvement to any organization he is associated with. "

    Michael Diamond

    Head of Sales

    Mid-America Merchandising, Inc.

  • "Kyle jumped right in as the first intern in Go Local history and hit the ground running. He has helped out our whole team out with a variety of projects. He has done such an excellent job with all of the work that has been laid before him, and has introduced a breadth of knowledge to us in regards to video capabilities. We are so excited to have him on the team permanently!"

    Andrea Hoover

    Product Manager - Social Media

    Go Local Interactive, LLC.

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