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Conan Smeeth

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2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Language

German
Intermediate
English
Fluent

Work Experience

UX/UI Designer
August 1, 2024 - Present
Overhauled local websites to be more responsive. Expanded functionality of existing pages by adding more features. Conducted user feedback sessions with customer to validate design decisions. Worked on designing applications from the ground up, based on research conducted.
UX/UI Designer
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Mastered user experience and user interface fundamentals. Developed skills for responsive designs, adding features to existing products, and end-to-end design. Conducted user interviews to help drive user-centered design decisions.
UX / UI Designer at Self-Employed
August 1, 2024 - Present
Overhauled the responsiveness of websites and apps to attract more users. Expanded functionality of existing web pages by adding features. Designed apps from the ground up using user research. Translated research into actionable insights and collaborated in small groups to develop products.
User Experience Designer (Apprenticeship) at Design Lab (Online)
June 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Developed four high-fidelity prototypes addressing real-world challenges. Became fluent in Figma. Participated in weekly group feedback sessions for projects.
Substitute Teacher at Fairfax County Public Schools
March 1, 2012 - July 1, 2014
Ensured students had an environment conducive to learning. Maintained and supported lesson plans and classroom expectations for teachers.
English as a Second Language Teacher at Globus Languages
September 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016
Led bi-weekly lessons for Russian teachers. Created materials for monthly Life Club Education. Prepared students for Cambridge, IELTS and TOEFL exams. Taught in a state school during part of the 17–18 academic year to support selection to a private boarding school.
English as a Second Language Teacher at Globus Languages
July 1, 2016 - August 1, 2020
Delivered personalized learning experiences in small groups for corporate clients; leveraged learner preferences to tailor content; prepared students for Cambridge, IELTS and TOEFL exams.
English as a Second Language Teacher at Fast & Easy Language School
August 1, 2020 - March 1, 2024
Delivered tailored lessons for students and colleagues via the in-company platform Amazy; collaborated with students to iterate and enhance lesson experiences.

Education

B.A. at University of Mary Washington
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2014
UX/UI design certification at Designlab UX Academy
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
TEFL/TESOL certification at International TEFL Academy
January 1, 2014 - December 29, 2025
Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs, minor in German at University of Mary Washington
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026

Qualifications

UX/UI design certification (Designlab UX Academy)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
TEFL/TESOL certification
January 1, 2014 - December 29, 2025
B.A. in International Affairs (minor in German)
August 1, 2010 - May 1, 2014
TEFL / TESOL Certification
January 1, 2014 - April 2, 2026
UX/UI Design Certification (Design Lab UX Academy)
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Industry Experience

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