Mia Haake

About

I’m a UI/UX designer based in Washington D.C., driven by curiosity, empathy, and a love for creative problem solving. I like making digital experiences that are intuitive and user-friendly while remaining thoughtful and intentional. My design practice of comes down to understanding how people feel and think and those experiences into interfaces that feel natural and engaging.

Experience

• Design Intern · Renergy Solar01-01-2024 – 05-31-2024

  ● Led UX audit and redesign of company website in Figma, enhancing navigation, layout clarity, and accessibility for desktop users. ● Created and organized a comprehensive library of branded company assets for internal and external use. ● Designed and developed visually compelling presentation materials tailored for investors and key clients.

• Product Design Intern · Little Kids Inc.06-01-2023 – 08-01-2023

  ● Designed DTC product and supporting UI graphics in collaboration with engineers and marketing; contributed to digital touchpoint strategy. ● Led the graphic design for a comprehensive marketing campaign, ensuring alignment with the brand's vision. ● Contributed to the development of a new business model, aiding strategic insights to drive market success.

• UX Designer · RISD x NASA Rover09-01-2023 – 03-31-2025

  ● Contributed to rover dashboard UI for NASA SUITS by wireframing layouts, refining buon functionality, and testing usability with peers.

• Co-Founder/Co-President · RISD Toymakers03-01-2022 – 12-31-2023

  ● Founded and led an interdisciplinary club focused on developing child-oriented products to address key issues aecting the youth. ● Partnered with local toy companies to organize panels and portfolio reviews, fostering meaningful collaboration between industry professionals and students. ● Created visual assets including posters and social media graphics to promote events and initiatives.

Education

• Rhode Island School of DesignBFA, BFA in Industrial Design | (NCSS) Nature, Culture, and Sustainability Studies Concentrator
• Rhode Island School of Design (MITxRISD Collab) — PendingPending, Patent Pending (MITxRISD Collab) | GPA: 3.75 | Graduated with Honors
• Danish Institute of Study Abroad (DIS)Study Abroad, Graphic Design Studio | Entrepreneurship Practicum | Designing Communication Campaigns

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