Charisma

Ready to be CAPTIVATED by an engaging and compelling approach to design that combines INTELLECT and CREATIVITY in perfect harmony? With my unique blend of PROBLEM-SOLVING skills, EMPATHY, and CREATIVITY, I have the  POWER to craft REMARKABLE OUTCOMES that leave users EXHILARATED.

 

Glitter

Actual footage of me from when I was small. 

But that's not all - my expertise extends beyond design as I bring a wealth of experience in business administration, operations, budgeting, organization, and effective communication with clients and colleagues at all levels, including C-suite executives. This comprehensive skill set empowers me to construct and implement highly successful and efficient solutions that have a positive impact on everyone involved.

Are you ready for a transformative collaboration where innovation and intelligence converge to create designs that exceed expectations and leave a lasting impression? Let's embark on this journey together and make a profound difference in the world of design!

Core SKILLS

Design specific:

  • Figma (preferred)
  • Common workplace software (a long list that includes proprietary programs)
  • Material Design/iOS (did a deep dive into specs because why not?)
  • Data Analysis (what's going on and what should we do about it?)
  • Research (surveys, interviews, observations, etc)
  • Visual Interfaces (making it pretty)
  • Accessibility and Advocacy (speaking up for those who can't or don't know how)
  • Wireframes (grey matter)
  • User Interviews/Testing (moderated and unmoderated, card sorting, A/B testing)

Not design specific:

  • Business Communications (written, verbal, electronic)
  • Process Creation/Simplification (I make things easier and more efficient)
  • Relationship Building (clients tend to return and follow me)
  • Business Administration (budgets, paperwork, business plans, proposals, legal stuff)
  • Market Analysis (where does the product fit?)
  • Mentoring (ask me about my 1000's of bonus kids)
  • Organization (yes, I know where it is)
  • Project Management (if you want to do it, I can run it)
  • Supervision (through compassionate actionable feedback) 
  • Client Service and Experience (decades)
Image of Me

I'd love to learn about your next project and collaborate. Let's talk!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

When you choose to collaborate with me, you can expect a comprehensive approach that takes into account the diverse needs of users while aligning with your business objectives. Together, we can craft designs that are not only visually appealing but also inclusive and leave a lasting impact. Let's embark on a transformative journey where user-centricity and inclusivity drive our design solutions.

ME-sona

As designers, we develop many personas. Have you ever done one on yourself? Meet the MEsona!

COMMITMENT TO ONGOING EDUCATION

Certificate | UX/ UI design
03/2021
Thinkful, New York, NY

Certificate | Agile
Methods for UX Design
Expected 7/2024
Interaction Design
Foundation

Certificate | User
Research Methods and
Best Practices
Expected 7/2024
Interaction Design
Foundation

I'd love to solve problems for your users.

Let's talk!

User experience design
UX designer
User interface design
Interaction design
User-centered design
Usability testing
Information architecture
User research
UX design process
Wireframing

Product designer
Industrial design
Product development
Design thinking
Prototyping
Design iteration
Product aesthetics
User-centric design
Product usability
Design for manufacturability

Product manager
Agile product management
Product roadmap
Product strategy
Market research
Competitive analysis
Product development lifecycle
Product requirements
Stakeholder management
Product launch

Business development
Entrepreneurship
Marketing strategy
Business planning
Market analysis
Financial management
Business growth
Competitive advantage
Market segmentation
Business innovation

Mobile app design
User interface (UI) design
User experience (UX) design
Mobile app development
App prototyping
Mobile app usability
Mobile app interface
Mobile app user flow
Mobile app wireframing
Mobile app interaction design

Rachel Ruitberg

UX Designer

Baltimore, MD


rachel.ruitberg@gmail.com

(C) 2023 Rachel Ruitberg