I'm a UX/UI designer based in Brisbane, Australia with experience creating mobile-first, research-driven designs using Figma. I focus on building scalable design systems, refining user journeys, and improving usability through iterative testing and research insights. I translate user and stakeholder requirements into intuitive interfaces, with a solid understanding of React-based environments. I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered solutions, maintain organized Figma files and design components for scalable UI, and apply mobile-first principles across web and mobile platforms within React and Bootstrap environments. I conduct user research, usability testing, and prototyping to inform design decisions and improve onboarding experiences.

Caroline Xu

I'm a UX/UI designer based in Brisbane, Australia with experience creating mobile-first, research-driven designs using Figma. I focus on building scalable design systems, refining user journeys, and improving usability through iterative testing and research insights. I translate user and stakeholder requirements into intuitive interfaces, with a solid understanding of React-based environments. I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered solutions, maintain organized Figma files and design components for scalable UI, and apply mobile-first principles across web and mobile platforms within React and Bootstrap environments. I conduct user research, usability testing, and prototyping to inform design decisions and improve onboarding experiences.

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I’m a UX/UI designer based in Brisbane, Australia with experience creating mobile-first, research-driven designs using Figma. I focus on building scalable design systems, refining user journeys, and improving usability through iterative testing and research insights. I translate user and stakeholder requirements into intuitive interfaces, with a solid understanding of React-based environments.

I excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centered solutions, maintain organized Figma files and design components for scalable UI, and apply mobile-first principles across web and mobile platforms within React and Bootstrap environments. I conduct user research, usability testing, and prototyping to inform design decisions and improve onboarding experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
Turkish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Brand Marketing Intern at Brisbane Media.com
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Collaborated with the team to design the APP interface based on insights from user testing and the team’s requirements, focusing on clarity, simplicity, and a smooth first-time user experience. Created low- and high-fidelity website prototypes, from wireframes to polished UI designs, to support feature development.
UI / UX Designer Intern at ChatStat
March 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Interface design: Collaborated with the team to design app interfaces, focusing on clarity and a smooth first-time user experience. Prototyping: Created lo-fi and hi-fi prototypes with Figma, from wireframes to polished UI to support development. User Research: Conducted user research and usability testing, and documented 30+ usability issues and suggestions to inform design decisions and improve the user experience.
UI / UX Designer Intern at Uvents
October 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Prototyping: Produced 3 iterations of app prototype, refining core features and focusing on simplifying user interactions, resulting in a cleaner and more intuitive interface. Design Systems: Maintained consistency across icons, typography, and colour schemes to establish a cohesive visual identity.
Academic Tutor at The University of Queensland
February 1, 2026 - Present
Lead and assist studio sessions for 70+ students in the Design Thinking course at UQ. Mentor student projects and guide students in applying UX research methods and the design process critically.
UX/UI Design Intern at ChatStat
March 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025
Designed interfaces for a child safety mobile app using Figma, from initial wireframes through to polished hi-fi prototypes. Conducted user research and usability testing to inform design decisions, documenting findings and translating them into actionable design improvements. Collaborated with the product and development team to gather requirements and ensure designs were feasible within technical constraints. Maintained organised Figma files and design components to support consistent, scalable UI across the app.
UX/UI Design Intern at Uvents
October 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Designed and iterated on homepage and event page layouts, collaborating with the team to gather feedback and refine the interface across multiple rounds. Applied design system principles across icons, typography, and colour schemes to maintain a cohesive visual identity.
Academic Tutor — Design Thinking at The University of Queensland
February 1, 2026 - Present
Lead studio sessions for 70+ students, mentored student projects applying UX research methods end-to-end, reinforcing practical knowledge of the full design process. Provided structured feedback on assignments, articulating design rationale and critique constructively.

Education

Master of Interaction Design at University of Queensland
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2025
Bachelor of Turkish Studies at Shanghai International Studies University
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
Master of Interaction Design at The University of Queensland
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

IT Professional Year Program
August 1, 2025 - May 24, 2026
Build For Impact Hackathon
January 1, 2025 - May 24, 2026
Weekend of Startups Hackathon
January 1, 2024 - May 24, 2026
Study Queensland Brisbane Innovation Challenge
January 1, 2025 - May 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Other