I'm a human-centered UX and product designer based in Sacramento, focused on crafting intuitive digital experiences that people actually enjoy using. I thrive on turning research and feedback into clean, engaging products that improve user engagement and retention. I collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver accessible interfaces and scalable design systems. I value clear communication, rapid iteration, and data-informed decisions that balance business goals with user needs.

Maricarmen Frias Prieto

I'm a human-centered UX and product designer based in Sacramento, focused on crafting intuitive digital experiences that people actually enjoy using. I thrive on turning research and feedback into clean, engaging products that improve user engagement and retention. I collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver accessible interfaces and scalable design systems. I value clear communication, rapid iteration, and data-informed decisions that balance business goals with user needs.

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I’m a human-centered UX and product designer based in Sacramento, focused on crafting intuitive digital experiences that people actually enjoy using.

I thrive on turning research and feedback into clean, engaging products that improve user engagement and retention. I collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver accessible interfaces and scalable design systems. I value clear communication, rapid iteration, and data-informed decisions that balance business goals with user needs.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

UX Designer Intern at Student Home Detail Services
March 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023
Conducted user research through interviews and surveys, analyzed past customer patterns to identify needs and opportunities; created wireframes, prototypes, and usability tests to inform design decisions; collaborated with designers and product teams to deliver a user-centered interface for home detailing services.
UX Design Intern at Astoria AI
September 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Collaborated with the engineering and product team of 8 to receive feedback on wireframe iterations and created a prototype for usability testing; applied human-centered design principles using rapid sketching, wireframes, and low-fidelity prototypes to create a tangible product for web and mobile apps.
UX Design Intern at RAIVES (SecurOS Medical Products)
March 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Performed user research with about 10 users to gather data on user flows and interactions, leading to a better prototype design and improved performance; produced a high-fidelity prototype using Wix hosting; created illustrations and infographics with Adobe Illustrator and Canva to communicate visual hierarchy effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Design at University of California - Davis
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2023

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services