I just completed my degree in Interactive Arts and Technology and Psychology at SFU where I concentrated in visual and UX design. I am passionate about designing beautiful things that make sense. I have experience combining visual and experience design with user research and technical content design to create brand identity, design guidelines, and design systems. I am also experienced at UX and technical writing and instructional design. I strive to see the big picture and deeper meanings behind everything I do, and am experienced combining project objectives and research findings into practical, actionable insights. I am a self-starter, problem-solver, and am excited to take on anything while learning everything I can along the way.

Olivia Steed

I just completed my degree in Interactive Arts and Technology and Psychology at SFU where I concentrated in visual and UX design. I am passionate about designing beautiful things that make sense. I have experience combining visual and experience design with user research and technical content design to create brand identity, design guidelines, and design systems. I am also experienced at UX and technical writing and instructional design. I strive to see the big picture and deeper meanings behind everything I do, and am experienced combining project objectives and research findings into practical, actionable insights. I am a self-starter, problem-solver, and am excited to take on anything while learning everything I can along the way.

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I just completed my degree in Interactive Arts and Technology and Psychology at SFU where I concentrated in visual and UX design.

I am passionate about designing beautiful things that make sense. I have experience combining visual and experience design with user research and technical content design to create brand identity, design guidelines, and design systems. I am also experienced at UX and technical writing and instructional design.

I strive to see the big picture and deeper meanings behind everything I do, and am experienced combining project objectives and research findings into practical, actionable insights. I am a self-starter, problem-solver, and am excited to take on anything while learning everything I can along the way.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

User Assistance Designer and UX Researcher at SAP Vancouver
January 1, 2026 - Present
Created instructional and conceptual videos explaining how to use SAP Analytics Cloud. Updated visual components of technical documentation to reflect the updated design system. Led UX research and produced documentation assets including articles, animated and screencast videos, diagrams, and graphics following new guidelines. Developed implementation specs for the updated help portal interface and in-app AI tool.
Teaching Assistant at Simon Fraser University
January 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025
Taught foundational interaction design skills through assigned readings and project guidance. Provided one-on-one design feedback, group design critique, and mentorship to second-year students.
User Assistance and UX Designer at SAP Vancouver
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2024
Led UX research project aiming to uncover current technical documentation expectations and gaps. Created and implemented documentation-specific visual design system and writing guidelines based on research findings. Produced articles, animated and screencast videos, diagrams, screenshots, and graphics in accordance with new guidelines. Created implementation specs for updated help portal interface and in-app AI tool.
Area Enhancement and Graphic Designer at Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Designed promotional assets and reports for stakeholders. Worked with small businesses and to create façade improvement plans including pricing and logistics.
Ceramist and Visual Designer at Dum bcute Etsy Shop
January 1, 2019 - Present
Produce original ceramic work while designing and maintaining accompanying brand identity. Provide high level of quality and customer service, resulting in 680+ sales with 100% 5-star reviews.

Education

Bachelor of Science at Simon Fraser University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025

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Industry Experience

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