I’m a product designer, ex-coder and lifelong creative whose career passion lies at the intersection of analytical thinking and empathy.

Currently designing educational tools for non-profits and building an open source design system.

Hey, I'm Riley and I'm really glad you're here.

Credentials

2 years

User Experience Design

5 years

Collaborating on Technical Project Teams

What Sets Me Apart

Technical Fluency

BS in Computer Science

Accessibility (WCAG 2.2)

Design Systems (Design Tokens)

HTML/CSS

JavaScript

Data Visualization

Exceptional Communication

Active Listening

Short Feedback Loops

Customizes Communication per Situation

Navigating Ambiguity

Leadership

Project Management

More Than a Designer

Hispanohablante (Spanish Speaker)

Algún día me encantaría ser bilingüe (pero primero tengo que encontrar más tiempo para practicar jaja)

One day I would like to be bilingual (but first I have to find more time to practice haha)

Award-Winning Performer

I am a trained classical soprano (think: opera) and as a teenager performed in dozens of musicals, acting, singing and poetry recitation competitions. This was some time ago, but my theatre training continues to be one of the most influential forces of my life.

Cuisine Explorer

I LOVE food (Who doesn't?) and think it's an incredible way to connect with cultures and people. I specifically love learning to cook traditional recipes from other cultures, and eating through the pastry cases of my neighborhood cafés.