ERIKA LAMAR BUENTELLO
PRODUCT DESIGNER | ARTIST | EDUCATOR
PROFILE SUMMARY
Experienced UX designer and researcher with a diverse background in graphic design, marketing and product development. I excel in leadership, project management and creative problem solving. I am an engaging public-speaker and an empathic team leader whose strengths include collaborative team work, managing work flows, and user experience design. I am confident and capable of guiding teams, managing projects, communicating with stakeholders and conducting research for user-driven initiatives.
SKILLS
TECHNICAL
Web Design & Development
Wireframing & User flows
Adobe XD
Figma
HTML, Javascript, CSS
Visual Design and Illustration
PROFESSIONAL
Verbal & Written Communication
Interpersonal Abilities
Organization
Efficiency and Time-Management
Team Leadership
Collaboration
EDUCATION
BACHELOR'S OF ART - VISUAL ART
The University of Texas at Austin
August 2001
ART EDUCATION CERTIFICATION
Texas A&M International University
December 2005
UXE03X.1: UX DESIGN CERTIFICATE
HECMontrealX
January 2021
EXPERIENCE
SENIOR UX DESIGNER
FLYNN CRAFT HOUSE, LLC. | July 2012 - Present
Designs customer-centric online interfaces using user experience research and iterative design cycle
Conducts user research through design-thinking workshops and customer experience surveys
Creates customer journey maps, wireframes and prototypes for web applications, and product designs
Analyzes and interpret data to improve products, sales performance and customer experiences
UIL COACH - THEATRICAL DESIGN , FILM
UNITED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | August 2019 - Present
Analyzes and interpret data to improve products, sales performance and customer experiences
FINE ARTS DEPARTMENT LEAD
UNITED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | August 2018 - Present
Analyzes and interpret data to improve products, sales performance and customer experiences
EDUCATOR
UNITED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT | August 2002 - Present
Designs and creates engaging user-centered instructional content for youth and adult learners
Conducts continual research through design-thinking workshops for product improvement
Analyzes data to adapt instruction for improved user experiences and outcomes
Leverages technology to provide technical trainings to diverse learners
Manages teams and workflows to efficiently achieve successful project outcomes
Designs and implements interactive experiences for productive group work experiences