Christine Benson

About

With a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Arts - Photography from the University of Minnesota and graduate study experience in Cortona, Italy, I have built a robust career in content strategy and user experience design. I am currently an Information Architect, Content Strategist, and UX Designer at Sorted Content. I use my expertise in information architecture, content strategy, and UX design to support organizations across various industries, including healthcare and financial services. Previously, I co-founded Dialog Studios, focusing on content strategy and communications planning. My role as Director of Content Strategy at Brain Traffic honed my skills in managing content projects and leading teams. I also enhanced the user experiences as a Site Experience Manager at Ameriprise Financial and contributed as a Senior Designer at Popular Front Interactive. Based in Minneapolis, MN, I collaborate globally, offering flexible solutions for diverse project needs.

Experience

• Information Architect, Content Strategist, and UX Designer · Sorted Content05-01-2020

  My core strengths include information architecture, content strategy, UX strategy and design, user research and testing, content migration and transformation, content workflow and governance, workshops, education, leadership, and mentorship. From Fortune 100 companies to start-ups and small businesses, I work with organizations of all sizes across a variety of industries, including healthcare, fitness, retail, agriculture, higher education, school photography, hospital systems, and financial services. Whether you need someone to work independently or collaborate with a diverse team to get the job done, my experience includes a variety of engagement configurations. Based in Minneapolis, MN, I work with organizations across the globe on project-based work or as a flexible team addition.

• Partner & Co-Founder · Dialog Studios09-01-2012 – 06-01-2020

  Dialog Studios is a team of career communications professionals with a single goal: Help great clients make great content. Whether you call our work content strategy, communications planning, marketing, or something else—we’re ready to help you succeed. Our services include: Identifying content problems or opportunities, Fixing existing content, Envisioning new content, Preparing for a launch or deadline, Streamlining content processes and roles, Measuring content effectiveness, Sustaining content success.

• Director of Content Strategy · Brain Traffic09-01-2008 – 09-01-2012

  As Director of Content Strategy, likely contributed to developing and overseeing content strategies, managing content projects, and leading a team of content strategists.

• Site Experience Manager · Ameriprise Financial Inc05-01-2006 – 09-01-2008

  As Site Experience Manager, likely responsible for managing and enhancing the user experience of the company's website, ensuring it meets business goals and user needs.

• Senior Designer · Popular Front Interactive07-01-2004 – 05-01-2006

  As a Senior Designer, likely involved in creating and designing digital content and interfaces, collaborating with teams to deliver engaging user experiences.

Education

• The University of GeorgiaN/A, Graduate Study in Cortona, Italy
• University of MinnesotaBachelor of Arts, Studio Arts - Photography
• Bismarck High School

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