Design is an act of listening
I'm an experienced designer focused on creating inclusive, intuitive products that solve real problems for real people. I blend research-driven insights with collaborative design to help teams ship experiences that feel natural and accessible; whether that's simplifying navigation in a complex app, or reimagining how people travel.
View my workI believe good design starts with understanding people, not assumptions.
Research-Informed Strategy
I start with qualitative and quantitative research to ground design decisions in real user insights. This feeds into strategic frameworks and experience strategies that guide the entire team, not just quick design fixes.
Collaborative Clarity
I translate complex, data-driven insights into clear language and compelling prototypes that bring teams along. I facilitate workshops, present design strategies, and use storytelling to build alignment and buy-in across stakeholders.
Rapid Iteration
I move fast while staying intentional. High-fidelity prototypes, usability testing, and customer feedback leveraging AI tools help me validate ideas and refine designs before committing to full production.
United Airlines
Senior Experience Designer
2023 — Present
Publicis Sapient (McDonald's)
Experience Designer, Associate L1
2021 — 2023
Apple Inc.
Product Designer, Career Experience
2021 — 2021
DePaul University
Graduate Research Assistant, Technology for Social Good
2019 — 2022
DePaul University
M.A., Experience Design
2022
DePaul University
B.S., User Experience Design
2020
Let's make something great together.
Whether you have a role, a project, or just want to chat over coffee — I'd love to connect.
ivonnegarcia380@gmail.com