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Hi, I’m Sarah Saavedra, an Experience Design Associate with a background in Cognitive Science and hands-on experience in experience design, visual design, and interaction principles. I’m skilled in storyboarding, wireframing, prototyping, and applying accessibility guidelines to create inclusive, user-friendly digital experiences across web and mobile platforms.
I’ve conducted user research, usability testing, and translated insights into actionable design decisions. I collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, developers, and designers to deliver user-centered solutions, and I enjoy turning complex requirements into intuitive interfaces.
Skills
Language
English
Advanced
Work Experience
AI UX/UI Design Intern
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025Designed and refined AI-powered digital experiences, improving usability and user engagement through iterative design. Created wireframes, interaction flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity UI designs aligned with product and brand guidelines. Conducted user interviews and usability testing, iterating designs based on qualitative feedback. Collaborated closely with product managers, UX designers, and CEO to translate insights into intuitive experiences. Contributed to design documentation and reusable components; created storyboards and end-to-end user flows.
UX/UI Design Intern
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025Conducted user research, usability testing, interviews, and surveys to understand user needs and behaviours. Analyzed findings and translated insights into actionable design requirements. Created personas, user journeys, and user flows to guide the design process. Collaborated cross-functionally with product managers, developers, and designers to integrate user-centered solutions. Presented usability findings and recommendations to stakeholders and advocated for UX best practices.
UX Designer at UC San Diego (Kitchen Flow Project)
March 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025Designed an inventory management system to address real workflow inefficiencies in a working kitchen environment. Led user research, task analysis, wireframing, and high-fidelity UI design; collaborated with stakeholders to define requirements. Used Figma to create prototypes and contribute to a design system. Resulted in improved inventory tracking clarity and streamlined kitchen operations.
UX Designer at UC San Diego (Smartsort Project)
January 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025Redesigned Gmail’s inbox experience to reduce cognitive load and improve task prioritization for users managing high email volume. Conducted usability testing, created wireframes and flows, and iterated designs based on feedback. Produced design documentation and storyboards to visualize end-to-end journeys.
Product Designer at UC San Diego (Finders Keepers Project)
September 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024Conceptualized a mobile shopping experience focused on discovery and thrifted items. Owned end-to-end UX process, including ideation, user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and usability testing. Refined navigation and interactions through critique and feedback, resulting in a clearer, more engaging user experience.
Service Experience Associate at Nordstrom Rack
July 1, 2024 - April 1, 2025Delivered customer-centric experiences by identifying pain points in a fast-paced, high-traffic environment. Supported product discovery and decision-making for diverse users, improving workflows and reducing friction during peak usage periods. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and overall store experience.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science at University of California, San Diego
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2025Qualifications
Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Education, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
Skills
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