DRAG

Gabriela Suazo

UX Designer
Gabby and Josh eating Piroshki Piroshki baked goods in Seattle.
Chewy being held, looking around with a treat dangling from his mouth.
Gabby and Sabrina holding hands and walking on the shore of Rialto Beach in Washington.
A handsome Yorkie named Chewy, laying down and bathing in sunlight.
A sleepy Chewy being gently pet.
Gabby and Josh eating Piroshki Piroshki baked goods in Seattle.
Chewy being held, looking around with a treat dangling from his mouth.
A handsome Yorkie named Chewy, laying down and bathing in sunlight.
Gabby and Sabrina holding hands and walking on the shore of Rialto Beach in Washington.
A sleepy Chewy being gently pet.
ABOUT –
ABOUT –
Bio

I'm a user experience designer with a passion for designing experiences that bring humans together through the power of storytelling.

I'm currently based in Brooklyn, NY where I'm a designer at Work & Co by day and a music hobbyist by night. On weekends, you can probably find me eating great food in Williamsburg or grooving to house music in Bushwick.

Techno, sci-fi movies, amateur interior designing, streetwear, ballet classes, hiking, small dogs, BOTW, playing piano, and the color green.
(These are a few of my favorite things ♫)

Like a true Libra, I value good design in everything around me - from the apps I use to the doors I open (Thanks, Don Norman). But what makes good design "good"? I believe it starts with understanding users and the complexities of their stories. Every user is a storyteller when you ask them the right questions. By understanding their stories, we can begin to create usable and inclusive experiences for all.

Education

Carnegie Mellon University

Master of Human-Computer Interaction

2020–2021

university of Florida

MA: Mass Communication

Specialized in Web Design and Online Communications 
2019–2021

university of Florida

BS: Telecommunication

Specialized in Digital Film and Television Production  
2015–2018

Experience

Work & Co

Designer

  • Designed a tool and accompanying system for a homebuilder client to allow prospective buyers to visualize a home with its included features and finish details
  • Prototyped the home visualization tool experience and conducted user testing to assess usability and iteratively adapt the tool as needed for an optimal user experience
  • Created frameworks, user flows, wireframes, detailed visual mockups, and owned prototyping responsibilities for all initiatives while working on retainer with a homebuilder client
  • Presented to business, design, and executive-level leadership - both internally and externally - and supported my design rationale using quantitative data and site metrics, customer feedback, and usability findings
  • Created various breakpoints of a new concept and framework for a motorcycle manufacturer’s website, using the launch of a new product as an inspiration and a catalyst for the evolution of their consumer web experience
  • Owned all prototyping responsibilities while working with motorcycle manufacturer client, creating 10+ high-fidelity prototypes in a two-week timeframe

OMG National

Digital Marketing Specialist

  • Managed 130 digital marketing accounts that generated approximately $55,000 in monthly revenue
  • Consulted with clients and strategized best practices in order to increase the SEO value and expand the online presence of small businesses

Blue Lemon Marketing

Content Creator

  • Managed social media accounts for five small businesses and expanded their online presence to increase engagement by up to 100%
  • Used Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to design marketing materials for print and web use 

Lastinger Center

Multimedia Specialist

  • Used Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator to create more than 200 supporting documents and resources for online courses and educational events 

Software

  • Figma
  • Protopie
  • Webflow
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign
  • Illustrator
  • Adobe XD
  • Premiere Pro

Programming

  • HTML / CSS
  • Javascript
  • PHP
  • Python

Key Skills

  • User Research
  • User Experience Design
  • User Interface Design
  • Wireframing
  • Prototyping
  • Interaction Design
  • Visual Design
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Storytelling
  • Video Production
Resume