Nakshima K.

Nakshima K.

User Experience Design and Research Lead

6 yrs experience · <10 hrs/week

About

With a robust educational background from New York University, holding an MA in Education with a focus on Digital Media and Technology, and a Master's in Game Design & Digital Media Design for Learning, I have cultivated a diverse skill set in user experience and design. Currently, I lead UX design and research at Leidos, driving user-centered design practices. My previous roles include Experience Design Lead at Ledbetter, where I managed stakeholder relationships and information architecture, and Experience Designer at ASME, focusing on human-centered design and learning UX. I also have experience as a Product Designer at Magnet Media, Inc., where I utilized agile methodologies and project management. Additionally, I served as an Immigration Specialist at NYU, assisting international students and staff with compliance. My career reflects a commitment to enhancing user experiences through innovative design and strategic collaboration.

Experience

  • User Experience Design and Research Lead · Leidos03-01-2023

    User Experience Design and Research Lead likely involves leading UX design and research initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring user-centered design practices.

  • Experience Design Lead and Developer · Charter School Incubator03-01-2018

    Now known as Ledbetter. User Experience (UX) Design. Stakeholder Management. Information Architecture.

  • Experience Designer · ASME (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers)03-01-2019 – 11-01-2022

    Human-Centered Design. Learning UX Experience Design. Information Architecture.

  • Product Designer · Magnet Media, Inc.11-01-2018 – 02-01-2019

    Agile methodologies and project management. Wireframing and mockups. Design collaboration and stakeholder management.

  • Immigration Specialist · New York University03-01-2017 – 05-01-2018

    Immigration Specialist likely involves managing immigration processes, assisting international students and staff, and ensuring compliance with immigration regulations.

Education

  • New York UniversityMA in Education, Digital Media and Technology, Human Computer Interaction
  • New York UniversityMaster's in Game Design & Digital Media Design for Learning, Education, Communication and Technology

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