Hello! I’m Courtney (she/her) and I’m a Product Designer, experienced in analyzing complex problems and finding creative solutions. In my previous role as a Founding Product Designer at a SaaS startup, I work on product enhancements, new feature development, and complete everything from research to prototyping, icon creation, and developing design systems.
Before UX, I worked several years in the government sector as a contract specialist (CS). Is there any relevance to UX? Absolutely! A CS is essentially a problem solver and in this profession, complex problems are often solved by understanding goals, task requirements, and collaborating with others. When barriers exist, CSs find alternative and creative ways to make things happen so the project and its end-users can achieve whatever they need or want to do. The working process is iterative, data-driven, and collaborative, much like the process of a Product Designer.
So why change course? I realized a career in design demanded a perfect blend of skills that I either have or am very interested in developing, allowing me to be analytical and creative in a whole new way.
I hope you enjoy my portfolio, and would love to connect if there's an opportunity to work together or have a chat about design!
Outside of Work:
My life is pretty full with family time and friends being top priority. I love exploring the outdoors, playing board games and crafting. If you want to talk all things Harry Potter, I am your girl.