ALLISON COURTNEY

About

From storytelling in journalism to crafting seamless user journeys in UX Design, I bring a unique perspective to every project I touch. My path through hospitality taught me the art of empathy, and now, I channel that into designing digital experiences that truly connect with users. Im not just about creating pretty interfacesIm here to make a difference. Whether it's pushing the boundaries of sustainability or revolutionizing how we learn, I believe design has the power to shape the future. With a knack for diving deep into UX research and an obsession with detail in prototyping and user testing, I turn complex problems into simple, elegant solutions that feel just right. Lets break the mold together. If youre looking for a UX Designer who thinks beyond the obvious and brings a fresh, vibrant energy to the table, Id love to connect. Curious to see my work in action? Check out my portfolio here: allisoncourtney.com

Experience

• UX Research & Strategy Intern · Rita ABC06-01-2024

  Conducted qualitative and quantitative user research to gather valuable insights on user needs and behaviors to inform design decisions and enhance overall user experience. Key responsibilities included designing and executing user research interviews, developing and launching user surveys, and constructing logic trees for personalized onboarding quizzes.

• Travel · Career Break09-01-2022 – 02-01-2024

  Worked pro bono throughout 12 countries for multiple companies and organizations. Roles included Brand Manager and Social Media Specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam; Tour Leader for San Blas Adventures in Panama City, Panama; English Teacher and Program Coordinator in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Guest Relations Specialist and Event Organizer in Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Peru hostels; and Waitress in Koh Rong, Cambodia.

• Hospitality Operations Specialist · Convene02-01-2022 – 09-01-2022

  Cultivated and maintained positive client relationships, earning a 92% client satisfaction rating with an 85% average return on business. Designed and propelled a partnership with a local Boston charity to mitigate food waste/food insecurity, resulting in over 25% of food costs saved and redistributed per week.

• Account Coordinator · LaVoieHealthScience09-01-2021 – 02-01-2022

  Championed day-to-day management of marketing, public relations, and investor relations initiatives to attract new clients. Drafted content including press releases, social media releases, media pitches, and blogs to generate coverage and buzz. Led coordination of marketing, public relations, and investor relations initiatives.

• Intern · LaVoieHealthScience05-01-2021 – 09-01-2021

  Assisted in various tasks related to marketing, public relations, and investor relations, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Education

• CareerFoundryCertificate, User Experience Design
• CareerFoundryCertificate, UI Specialty
• University of Wisconsin-MadisonJournalism and Mass Communications, Journalism

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