DKDesmond Ayettey- Kuriloff
@desmondayetteykurilo
User Experience Designer passionate about human-centered design.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a User Experience Designer with a strong commitment to integrating human-centered design principles throughout the product development lifecycle. Currently, I work at Abt Global, where I enhance usability and functionality for various digital platforms, including a low-code Appian website. My efforts in user research and design have significantly improved website navigation and user satisfaction, aligning design strategies with stakeholder goals.
Previously, I contributed to Avanade as a User Experience Designer, where I conducted interviews and facilitated workshops to gather business needs for enterprise applications. My ability to develop user stories and prototypes has guided cross-functional teams in delivering successful design outcomes. My journey began with a B.S. in Biological Sciences, which I later complemented with an M.S. in Human-Computer Interaction from DePaul University, equipping me with a unique perspective on user needs and product design.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
User Experience Designer II
Abt Global
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Integrated human-centered design principles across all stages of the product development lifecycle, ensuring intuitive and user-friendly solutions. Enhanced a low-code Appian website by improving usability and functionality, contributing to increased user satisfaction and performance. Led efforts to improve website navigation through user interviews, card sorting, and tree testing, resulting in mo
User Experience Designer
Avanade
Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Conducted interviews and facilitated workshops to collect business needs for an enterprise application. Developed user stories, process flows, and prototypes to guide cross-functional teams during development. Ensured alignment between user needs, business objectives, and design outcomes across multiple initiatives.
Account Specialist
TheraOffice
Oct 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Translated stakeholder needs into feature suggestions for a B2B SaaS platform used in physical therapy clinics. Supported feature launches with training, documentation, and user adoption strategies. Gathered and analyzed user feedback to influence product design and support enhancements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DePaul University
M.S. Human-Computer Interaction, Human-Computer Interaction
Pursued a Master of Science degree focusing on Human-Computer Interaction. Gained expertise in designing user-friendly interfaces and experiences.
Northeastern Illinois University
B.S. Biological Sciences, Biological Sciences
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. Developed a strong foundation in scientific principles and research methodologies.
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Location
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