Cameron A.

About

As an NYC-based Product Designer, I excel in crafting user-centered solutions with a blend of psychology, design, and technology. With a rich background in DEI advocacy and project management, I have driven significant initiatives in the cultural sector, enhancing user experiences and fostering inclusive environments. My work spans strategic program management to impactful design thinking, always aiming to deliver innovative products that resonate. I am currently seeking full-time work within Product Design or UX Design roles.

Experience

• Ai Data Curator · Verity Labs2024-10-01 –

  • Annotated, and evaluated datasets with 98% accuracy, improving AI model performance by 25% through precise and scalable data processing techniques. • Optimized workflows to reduce data preparation time by 30%, accelerating model training cycles and improving delivery timelines. • Partnered with cross-functional teams to design innovative data pipelines, enabling seamless integration into AI projects and enhancing project scalability. • Delivered high-quality data insights that contributed to the successful deployment of three AI-powered solutions within the first quarter.

• Product Designer · Freelance2023-10-01 –

  *Designed intuitive, user-centric digital products using tools like Figma and Framer, ensuring visually appealing and functional interfaces across platforms. • Delivered and designed projects, increasing client engagement by 40% through intuitive and visually appealing interfaces. • Conducted usability testing with over 50 participants, refining designs to achieve a 90% task completion rate and enhancing user satisfaction. • Developed scalable design systems that reduced development handoff errors by 25%, ensuring consistency across platforms. • Spearheaded end-to-end design processes, from wireframes to high-fidelity prototypes, cutting project timelines by 20% while maintaining quality.

• Ambassador · Action for Race Equality2021-03-01 – 2024-01-01

  • Coordinated five high-impact networking events, connecting over 500 young professionals with 50+ employers, resulting in 75% increased mentorship opportunities. • Secured a $100,000 grant by cultivating strategic partnerships, ensuring the expansion of the 'Moving on Up' program to underserved communities. • Engaged 30+ corporate sponsors to fund DEI initiatives, increasing program attendance by 60% through targeted outreach and collaboration. • Designed DEI-focused workshops attended by over 200 participants, achieving a 90% satisfaction rate in post-event surveys.

• Forum Programme Assistant and Editorial Support · 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair2022-01-01 – 2022-10-01

  • Coordinated logistics for 3 international art events (New York, London, Paris), managing budgets exceeding £10,000 while ensuring a seamless experience for 1,000+ attendees. • Secured a high-profile partnership with Fedrigoni for the 1-54 Annual book, reducing production costs by 20% and increasing distribution reach. • Enhanced event accessibility for multilingual audiences, boosting attendance by 30% through live translation services and inclusive programming. • Co-Led the editorial process for key publications, increasing readership engagement by 40% through compelling content curation and innovative design.

• Research and Education Assistant (Internship) · THE AFRICAN PEOPLE'S HISTORICAL MONUMENT FOUNDATION (THE BLACK CULTURAL ARCHIVES)2019-01-01 – 2022-01-01

  • Designed and facilitated 15+ workshops on Black British History, increasing attendance by 22% and earning a 95% participant satisfaction rate. • Developed a curriculum aligned with the British National Curriculum, enhancing learning outcomes for over 500 students across primary and tertiary levels. • Conducted independent research on the Black Art Movement, contributing 100+ archival entries that became a cornerstone of educational programs. • Delivered presentations attended by 300+ participants, simplifying complex historical narratives to foster greater public understanding.

• Education and Communications · Sound and Music2021-05-01 – 2021-11-01

  • Partnered with Black Lives in Music to diversify the British Music Collection, increasing representation of underrepresented composers by 35%. • Improved operational efficiency by 20% through streamlined administrative processes, including music licensing, newsletter curation, and event coordination. • Facilitated a groundbreaking educational initiative, appointing the first electronic music tutor and enhancing program inclusivity. • Coordinated logistics for the Sound and Music Summer School, increasing student engagement by 25% through innovative event strategies.

• Research Assistant · Spark and Co.2020-10-01 – 2020-11-01

  • Conducted an independent research project on 50+ organizations across Northern Ireland and Scotland, delivering actionable insights into services addressing housing, legal aid, domestic violence, LGBTQIA+ support, refugee assistance, and employment during Covid-19. • Utilized in-depth qualitative research methodologies, including interviews with 20+ key stakeholders, achieving a 90% engagement rate to derive comprehensive insights. • Analyzed and synthesized research data into a concise report identifying critical trends, providing recommendations that improved the strategic alignment of Spark & Co.'s programs by 30%. • Presented findings to internal and external stakeholders, simplifying complex data into compelling narratives that secured buy-in and informed decision-making processes. • Collaborated with Spark & Co. to embed research outcomes into their service offerings, culminating in the published report: "Racial Disparities and the Covid Context (Northern Ireland & Scotland - Spark and Co. Aitcheson-Labarr, 2020),"recognized for its impact on addressing systemic inequities. • Delivered strategic insights that influenced the development of key initiatives, demonstrating advanced data interpretation and strategic planning capabilities.

Education

• 10KDesignersProduct Designer, Product Designers
• BrainStationUI Design Certificate, UI Design Certificate
• CourseraGoogle UX/UI Design Certificate, Google UX/UI Design Certificate
• Goldsmiths, University of LondonPostcolonial Culture & Global Policy, Postcolonial Culture & Global Policy
• IronhackFull-stack Web Development, Full-stack Web Development
• University of BrightonBachelor's degree, Applied Psychology and Criminology

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