Hey, I'm Sarah! As a recent graduate in Communication Design at Texas State University, I’ve developed a strong interest in UX/UI design, art direction, and research. My time there has helped shape my approach to solving design challenges by combining creativity with strategy. I enjoy creating user-centered designs that are both visually engaging and functionally effective. ‍ Through diverse projects and experiences, I’ve developed a well-rounded skill set that allows me to approach design from multiple perspectives. I’m eager to continue growing as a designer and contribute to thoughtful, user-centered solutions that have a meaningful impact.

Sarah M. Ortiz

Hey, I'm Sarah! As a recent graduate in Communication Design at Texas State University, I’ve developed a strong interest in UX/UI design, art direction, and research. My time there has helped shape my approach to solving design challenges by combining creativity with strategy. I enjoy creating user-centered designs that are both visually engaging and functionally effective. ‍ Through diverse projects and experiences, I’ve developed a well-rounded skill set that allows me to approach design from multiple perspectives. I’m eager to continue growing as a designer and contribute to thoughtful, user-centered solutions that have a meaningful impact.

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Hey, I’m Sarah!

As a recent graduate in Communication Design at Texas State University, I’ve developed a strong interest in UX/UI design, art direction, and research. My time there has helped shape my approach to solving design challenges by combining creativity with strategy. I enjoy creating user-centered designs that are both visually engaging and functionally effective.

Through diverse projects and experiences, I’ve developed a well-rounded skill set that allows me to approach design from multiple perspectives. I’m eager to continue growing as a designer and contribute to thoughtful, user-centered solutions that have a meaningful impact.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Associate UX/UI Designer at Red 6
June 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Selected as one of the first 3 UX designers hired at Red 6; contributed to early product development. Developed product roadmaps and checkpoints in alignment with contract deliverables. Created and published product interface guidelines and component libraries for 1 product. Drafted technical documents for every feature release; distributed to engineering and leadership. Collaborated with 2 product managers for end-to-end product design and delivery. Conducted bi-weekly user interviews with test pilots to provide qualitative insights.
Web Chair at Texas State University – Communication Design Exit Review
August 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Led a team of 8 members to execute the program's graduating website delivery. Developed a website showing 48 designers; connected them with industry professionals. Created a PowerPoint to guide our graduating class on portfolio choices for their portraits.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Design, Minor in Art History at Texas State University
August 1, 2021 - December 1, 2024
Master of Fine Arts in Communication Design at Texas State University
September 1, 2023 - December 1, 2024

Qualifications

AIGA Flux Finalist
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
Graphis New Talent Silver
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026

Industry Experience

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