I am a UX generalist, specializing in UX and UI Research, Design, and Prototyping. I want to explore both the research and design sides of UI and UX and am excited by the prospect of identifying poor design and conducting the research and development to fix existing design issues as well as new emerging problems.
The Next Generation of ORCA
design
research
prototyping
Jan - Oct 2019
Reimagining Seattle Public Transportation
Winner of HCDE Open House People's Choice Award
Google Recipe
design
prototyping
A recipe management application designed to fit into the Google apps suite, the result of a 2.5 hour UX Protothon.
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Roadie
design
research
prototyping
Simplifying the sound mixing process for independent musicians and small music venues.
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Amtrak Usability Study
research
An in-depth analysis and usability study of the Amtrak website.
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Seattle Humane Adoption Redesign
design
prototyping
Creating an improved user experience and an Interactive Prototype for the Seattle Humane adoption process.
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Experience
UX/UI Designer
Clinical Informatics Research Group, University of Washington
June 2016 - Present
➔ Design, prototyping, development, and maintenance of 15+ websites
➔ Conducting heuristic and interview based usability studies
➔ Using scenario-based QA and user testing for clinical and public health
➔ Collaborating with internal and external design stakeholders in clinical care and clinical research settings
➔ Key Skills: Usability Research, HTML5, CSS, Javascript, Wireframing, Interaction Design, Web Design, Mobile App Design, Web App Design, QA Testing
Lead Application Designer and Prototyper
Co-Lead of Reseach and Evaluation
HCDE Capstone in partnership with the CoMotion Mobility Innovation Center, King County Metro and Sound Transit
Jan 2019 - Oct 2019
➔ Coordinated with, presented to and collaborated with project sponsors
➔ Researched and Evaluated the user experience of existing systems
➔ Designed and built the interactive prototype of our recommended solution
➔ Key Skills: Visual Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, User Research, Usability Research
UX and Graphic Designer
Freelance
Jan 2015 - Oct 2019
➔Designed unique products and logos for client's needs
➔ Prototyped using 3D modeling, laser cutting, and paper prototyping
➔ Utilized a variety of design software to best fit each project
➔ Key Skills: Creative Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Product Design,
Communication
Vice Chair and Voting Commitee Member
UW Campus Sustainability Fund
Sep 2015 - Aug 2017
Education
Human Centered Design and Engineering University of Washington, Class of 2019 Minor in Urban Ecological Design Dean's List
Additional Skills
3D Modeling, Project Management, Jewelry Design, 3D Printing, Rapid Prototyping, Engineering, CAD, Project Planning, Design, Research, Technical Writing, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Analytical Skills, Wireframing, Sketching, User Experience (UX), User Interface Design, Graphic Design, Human Centered Design, Competitive Analysis, Data Visualization, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Java, HTML, CSS, Prototyping, Figma (Software), Leadership, Management, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Laser Cutting, Laser Engraving, UX Research, Mockups, Paper Prototyping, User Interface Prototyping, 3D Prototyping, Strategic Design, User Scenarios, Visual Design, Heuristic Evaluation
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More Projects
For more information on these projects please contact me!
Updated WA Notify Logo Suite
design research
2022
Let's Talk Tech
research design html + css view site
2022
CIRG Demo Logo
design
2021
P3BC Branding
design
2021
Take on Transplant
design
html + css
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2021
Rural Opioid Initiative Research Consortium
design
html + css
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2021
cPRO Health
design
html + css
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2021
Swamp Pen Pal Set
design
prototyping
2021
HIV and Aging Research Consortium
design
html + css
2020
WA Notify
design
html + css
2020
StayHome Resources
design
html + css
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2020
StayHome App Design
design
research
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2020
StayHome Usability Study
research
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2020
StayHome Project Site
design
html + css
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2020
eSAC Branding
design
2020
PROgress HIV Care
design
html + css
view site
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2020
Sticker Designs
design
2020
Packing Planner
design
prototyping
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2019
FailState - International Relations Board Game
design
research
2019
Ancora Choir Designs
design
2019
Pocket Childhood Sets
design
research
prototyping
2019
Paper Prototyping
prototyping
2019
The Potential for Playful Technology
research
2018
Parents on the Playground User Research
research
2017
Self Sentient Artifical Intelligence Research Project
research
design
2017
Smart Cities Directed Reasearch Group
research
2016
Mini Fridge Usability Study
research
2015
Questions? Email Me!
karras@uw.edu
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