I am a design and strategic communications leader who guides cross-disciplinary, high-performing teams to deliver inventive, visually compelling communications solutions. I thrive on an out-of-the-box approach that blends artistic vision with practical, real-world experience from working with DoD and federal clients. I excel at translating mission requirements into clear visual narratives and cohesive design systems that resonate with diverse audiences. My strengths in design strategy, organization, and team leadership enable me to guide projects from concept through execution—producing innovative communications, design, and software solutions that meet objectives and exceed expectations.…

Amy Brown

I am a design and strategic communications leader who guides cross-disciplinary, high-performing teams to deliver inventive, visually compelling communications solutions. I thrive on an out-of-the-box approach that blends artistic vision with practical, real-world experience from working with DoD and federal clients. I excel at translating mission requirements into clear visual narratives and cohesive design systems that resonate with diverse audiences. My strengths in design strategy, organization, and team leadership enable me to guide projects from concept through execution—producing innovative communications, design, and software solutions that meet objectives and exceed expectations.…

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I am a design and strategic communications leader who guides cross-disciplinary, high-performing teams to deliver inventive, visually compelling communications solutions. I thrive on an out-of-the-box approach that blends artistic vision with practical, real-world experience from working with DoD and federal clients.

I excel at translating mission requirements into clear visual narratives and cohesive design systems that resonate with diverse audiences. My strengths in design strategy, organization, and team leadership enable me to guide projects from concept through execution—producing innovative communications, design, and software solutions that meet objectives and exceed expectations.

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English
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Work Experience

Senior UI/UX Designer & Video Producer at Elder Research
April 24, 2024 - January 26, 2026
Lead UX research, interface design, and development of 35+ data visualization dashboards enabling analytic insights used to guide federal economic policy. Collaborate with data analysts, visualization developers, and client stakeholders to define user needs and design intuitive, high-impact solutions. Identify technology gaps, craft white papers, and deliver presentations on design improvements. Partner with clients to design training materials and instructional videos that strengthen adoption and engagement across client teams.
Senior UI/UX Designer at Elder Research
April 1, 2024 - January 31, 2026
Lead UX research, interface design, and development of 35+ data visualization dashboards enabling analytic insights used to guide federal economic policy. Collaborate with data analysts, visualization developers, and client stakeholders to define user needs and design intuitive, high-impact solutions. Identify technology gaps, craft white papers, and deliver presentations on design improvements. Partner with clients to design training materials and instructional videos that strengthen adoption and engagement across client teams.
UI/UX Design Lead & Communications Strategist at Sentient Science
June 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024
Directed redesign of a suite of four mechanical-engineering SaaS applications as part of an AWS-agnostic platform migration. Led UX research and UI design using Angular Material while working closely with developers, product leadership, and stakeholders to align technical goals with user feedback. Conducted user interviews to improve usability and market viability. Supported cross-department communication and business development with targeted content and marketing recommendations under the Agile framework.
UI/UX Design Lead | Communications Strategist at Sentient Science
June 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024
Directed redesign of a suite of four mechanical-engineering SaaS applications as part of an AWS-agnostic platform migration. Led UX research and UI design using Angular Material while working closely with developers, product leadership, and stakeholders to align technical goals with user feedback. Conducted user interviews to improve usability and market viability. Supported cross-department communication and business development with targeted content and marketing recommendations under the Agile framework.
Associate Creative Director - Veterans Administration at Deloitte Digital
December 1, 2021 - April 30, 2023
Led a collaborative design-development team customizing a Salesforce workflow that replaced manual VA processes. Oversaw UX research, synthesis, and Figma-based UI design within the Lightning framework. Partnered closely with developers and clients to refi ne functionality, integrate feedback, and ensure accessibility compliance. Cultivated strong relationships with VA leadership by demonstrating UX’s value, maintaining transparent communication, and delivering tools that improved workflow efficiency and user satisfaction.
UI/UX Design Lead / Art Director at NORAD Booz Allen Hamilton
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Managed a five-person design team creating an AI-driven airspace visualization tool supporting realtime NORAD decisionmaking. Collaborated with data scientists and developers to implement Material Design System standards and unify deliverables across a 25-member distributed team. Promoted a supportive, high-performance culture and open communication under demanding operational timelines.
UI UX Design Lead/Art Director at NORAD Booz | Allen | Hamilton
June 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
Managed a five-person design team creating an AI-driven airspace visualization tool supporting real-time NORAD decision-making. Collaborated with data scientists and developers to implement Material Design System standards and unify deliverables across a 25-member distributed team. Promoted a supportive, high-performance culture and open communication under demanding operational timelines.
PAO Team Member / Visual Design Lead at IARPA Booz Allen Hamilton
September 1, 2016 - June 1, 2020
Embedded designer and communications consultant supporting IARPA’s Public Affairs Office, driving creative initiatives from concept to completion. Collaborated with leadership and cross-agency teams to design cohesive branding systems, logo families, and style guides that unified the organization’s visual identity. Managed brand consistency and provided art direction across digital and print products. Led a complete website redesign and user testing effort, improving accessibility, usability, and engagement metrics. Produced multimedia materials—including podcasts, data visualizations, and live conference video support—enhancing collaboration and transparency within the Intelligence Community.
PAO Team Member/Visual Design Lead at IARPA Booz | Allen | Hamilton
September 1, 2016 - June 30, 2020
Embedded designer and communications consultant supporting IARPA’s Public Affairs Office, driving creative initiatives from concept to completion. Collaborated with leadership and cross-agency teams to design cohesive branding systems, logo families, and style guides that unified the organization’s visual identity. Managed brand consistency and provided art direction across digital and print products. Partnered with internal stakeholders to identify communication gaps and develop solution-focused messaging and visual strategies to clarify technical research programs for policymakers and external audiences. Led a complete website redesign and user testing effort, improving accessibility, usability, and engagement metrics. Produced multimedia materials—including podcasts, data visualizations, and live conference video support—enhancing collaboration and transparency within the Intelligence Community.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Maryland
August 1, 2016 - February 18, 2026
Graduate Studies in Communications for Conservation at Colorado State University
August 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Imaging and Digital Arts (3D Animation Focus) with Photo Minor at University of Maryland, Baltimore
August 1, 2016 - February 18, 2026
Graduate studies in Communications for Conservation at Colorado State University, Warner School of Natural Resources
August 1, 2024 - February 18, 2026

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

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