About Me
Who am I?
Welcome to my UX Design Portfolio!
My name is Raquel Walcott & I am an entry level UX Designer. I have a passion for creating engaging and intuitive user experiences that solve problems and enhance the user's journey. I am excited to share my journey as a designer with you and demonstrate my skills and expertise in UX, wireframing, branding, Visual Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, & Responsive Design.
I am constantly expanding my knowledge and skills in the field of UX design, and I look forward to sharing my future projects with you.
Background
Prior experience in Education has honed my ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear & concise manner, while experience in Accounts Payable has developed my analytical & problem-solving skills.
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As a result, I bring a well-rounded skill set to my work as a UX Designer, ensuring that every project is not only visually appealing, but also functional, accessible, & easy to use.
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With this combination of experience in Education & Accounting, along with my UX Design certification, I am hopeful that I will make a meaningful impact in the field of
User Experience Design.
Accessibility
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Inclusivity
As a former Educator, my unique perspective drives me to prioritize accessibility and inclusivity in UX design. Understanding diverse user needs, abilities, and preferences, I ensure my designs create an inclusive experience for all. Considering factors like flexibility, simplicity, perceptibility, error tolerance, and low physical effort, I craft designs that accommodate diverse users.
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During my teaching experience, I made lessons accessible to students with disabilities and diverse language backgrounds. Implementing alternatives such as captions, alt text, and transcripts, I embraced the value of multiple content consumption methods.
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Now, as a UX Designer, I carry forward my commitment to inclusivity. Incorporating accessibility principles, I create equitable digital environments that enhance the user experience for everyone. My educator background equips me with the skills to cater to diverse user needs in inclusive UX designs.
A Passion for Visual Design
As a UX designer, I value visual design's crucial role in creating engaging and intuitive experiences. My passion for visuals drives me to craft appealing designs that captivate users. Throughout my Google UX Design certification, I prioritized consistency, using fundamental principles like color theory and typography. I integrated icons, illustrations, and infographics to simplify complex information. My emotionally engaging designs forge strong connections with users, making experiences memorable and shareable. With a passion for visual design, I create effective UX designs that enhance user experiences.
Experience
I’ve recently completed a Google Certificate in UX Design. This has helped me to gain invaluable knowledge & skills within the field. This program provided me with hands on experience in user research, wireframing and prototyping, interaction design, visual design principles, information architecture, usability testing, user persona development, user journey mapping, design thinking, mobile and responsive design, accessibility, & various design tools.
Tools
Design & Prototyping
Tools:
Figma, Adobe XD
I am always exploring new design tools and technologies to improve my workflow and enhance my designs.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my portfolio! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to discuss a potential project.