hi, i'm DAVID
UX designer based in PHOENIX, AZ
After almost a decade working in government administration (essentially hospice for creativity), I decided to make a big change and pivot into a field that allowed me to be more expressive creatively. Working in local government, I was frustrated with how many customer-facing systems were hard for customers to navigate due to poor designs, resulting in a higher call volume, frustrating interactions with users and employee burnout. When a friend of mine suggested I look into UX/UI, I saw an opportunity to utilize my love of language to write engaging copy, my analytical skills to pinpoint and address user issues and my empathy as an artist (and customer service rep) to understand a multitude of different perspectives in order to create seamless and enjoyable user experiences.
In addition to UX/UI design, I am a screenwriter, independent author and filmmaker. I love video editing, photography, copy editing, photography and a good book.
In addition to UX/UI design, I am a screenwriter, independent author and filmmaker. I love video editing, photography, copy editing, photography and a good book.
Education
2022 | Thinkful UX/UI Design Flex | Certificate
2006 - 2012 | Arizona State University | B.A., English Language & Literature
