Natalie R.
Senior UX/UI Designer at Northwestern University
12 yrs experience · Chicago, IL · <10 hrs/week
About
I translate complex technical requirements into intuitive experiences that solve real problems for real people. As a Senior UX/UI Designer with an MS in Human-Computer Interaction from DePaul University, I’ve collaborated with researchers, healthcare professionals, and corporate teams to design accessible, user-centered interfaces—from genetic data platforms to employee wellness resources. I’m driven by curiosity, thrive on partnerships with subject-matter experts, and focus on improving existing products to maximize impact. Key achievements include an NSF-funded genetic data platform UX redesign (87% increase in site visits and 376% increase in downloads), leading WCAG AA accessibility initiatives across multiple platforms, and delivering 20+ training sessions on content best practices to diverse stakeholders. I’m seeking mission-driven organizations (healthcare, nonprofits, B-corps) where I can apply stakeholder collaboration and technical versatility to solve meaningful problems. Let’s connect if you’re tackling complex products that make a real difference.
Skills
Experience
- Senior UX/UI Designer · Northwestern University11-01-2021 – 08-01-2025
Evanston, Illinois — Senior UX/UI Designer. Collaborated with a small team of nimble developers to design and develop websites and internal tools for researchers and staff, focusing on accessibility and user-centric experiences.
- Web Specialist · Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law07-01-2019 – 11-01-2021
Greater Chicago Area — Web Specialist supporting marketing and communications with content strategy, information architecture, and web accessibility improvements.
- Web Content Specialist · ComPsych07-01-2017 – 06-01-2019
Greater Chicago Area — Web Content Specialist developing and maintaining content for corporate websites and wellness platforms.
- E-commerce Marketing Content Designer · tag - Trade Associates Group Ltd07-01-2013 – 06-01-2015
Chicago, IL — Created e-commerce content, product narratives, and marketing assets for online storefronts.
- E-commerce Coordinator · tag - Trade Associates Group Ltd05-01-2011 – 06-01-2013
Chicago, IL — Coordinated e-commerce operations and content management initiatives.
Education
- DePaul UniversityMaster of Science - MS, Human Computer Interaction
- Northeastern Illinois UniversityBachelor of Arts - BA, Philosophy
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