About Me

Available for Work Staff roles & freelance projects

I design systems, not just screens.

I'm a Senior Visual and UX/UI Designer based in Portland, Oregon. With over seven years of professional experience across in-house teams, freelance clients, and nonprofit work, I specialize in turning complex briefs into clear, accessible, human-centered design.

I care about the details — and about the people who use what I make. Whether I'm building a brand system from scratch, designing a responsive web experience, or leading a UX research process, I bring the same level of craft and intention to every project.

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From the people I've worked with.

My Design Journey.

1999 — Present

Senior Visual & UX/UI Designer

melewdesign — Independent Studio

Freelance design across brand identity, web design, UX/UI, print, and digital for clients across industries.

2016 — 2019,
2025 — Present

Volunteer Design Lead

PDX Women in Technology

Brand identity, design system, and full website redesign for Portland's leading nonprofit for women in tech.

2016 — Present

UX + Web Designer

Publications Professionals LLC

Strategy-led redesign and ongoing web design for an editorial services company focused on top-of-funnel visibility.

2019 — 2025

Senior Visual & Interactive Designer

Vernier Science Education

Led visual and digital design across web, print, and campaigns for a global STEM education brand. Contributed to brand refresh, responsive web pages, and large-scale marketing systems.

2016 — 2018

UX + Web Designer

VueSpace 3D

UX and web design for a photography and 3D visualization company serving real estate clients.

Visual Design & Brand

Brand Identity Logo Design Design Systems Typography Art Direction Scalable Asset Libraries Brand Guides Campaign Design Illustration

Print & Production

Print Design Marketing Collateral Brochures & Catalogs Packaging Design Event Collateral Publications

UX/UI & Web

User Centered Design User Research & Metrics Wireframing Prototyping Usability Testing Responsive Design Accessibility Information Architecture Content Strategy Interaction Design

Digital & Social

Social Graphics Email Marketing Digital Campaigns Motion Assets Video Editing Digital Templates Landing Pages

Tools & Technology

Figma Adobe Creative Suite Adobe XD Sketch WordPress HTML + CSS Elementor Squarespace HubSpot Wrike

Always Learning.

2020 — 2025

Technical/Professional Certificate — UX/UI Design

University of San Diego Extension

2013 — 2016

Associate of Applied Science — Web Design & Development

Portland Community College

1995 — 1999

Bachelor of Science — Fine Arts, Graphic Design

Bradley University

What Guides My Design Choices.

Clarity Above All

Good design removes friction. It guides the eye, clarifies information, and makes complex ideas feel simple and approachable.

Collaboration Builds Better Design

Design is strongest when ideas evolve through conversation. I value open communication and love partnering with others to bring out the best in every project.

Curiosity Fuels Growth

I'm constantly exploring new tools, trends, and perspectives. Staying curious keeps my work fresh and helps me grow as both a designer and a collaborator.

Empathy Shapes Experience

Understanding who we're designing for and why leads to work that feels intuitive and meaningful. Every design choice should serve the user first.

 

Creativity doesn't stop at my desk.

I find inspiration in motion, curiosity, and making — whether I'm on the water, under a car hood, stitching something new, or streaming online.

2018 — Present

Dedicated Dragonboater

Finding rhythm, teamwork, and zen on the water up and down the West Coast.

2020 — Present

Curious Car Enthusiast

Learning repair and maintenance on a 2020 VW Jetta, one weekend at a time.

1995 — Present

Constant Crafter

Working with paper, yarn, and floss. Always making something.

2020 — Present

Twitch Affiliate

Streaming video games and building community through play.

After buying my car, I found myself drawn even deeper into techno and making Spotify playlists. There's something about the steady beat that makes driving around Portland feel immersive and meditative — my 2020 VW Jetta has become a little sanctuary on wheels, a space where I can think through design challenges or just let the music carry me.

Techno is my go-to genre whether I'm running, cruising, or deep in a project. Here's what's been fueling my focus.

 

Have a project in mind?

I'm available for staff roles and freelance projects.
Let's talk about what you're building.

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