Hi, I'm Valerie! ππ»
My journey began with observing my mom and grandma struggle with confusing and unclear instructions on outdoor fitness equipment. This made me realise the importance of designing with empathy.
Drawing in skillsets from my prior background in industrial design, I bring human-centered design thinking into my design projects. I am always curious to understand userβs needs and why they behave in a certain way, and I find it exciting to design functional, thoughtful solutions that enhances lives.
As a designer,
β¨ I am purpose-driven
I am driven by a passion for problem-solving and using design to create impactful solutions. I value user testing and iterative processes to explore challenges and push boundaries.
π«Άπ» I am empathetic
I believe understanding and addressing user needs is crucial. I enjoy direct engagement through interviews, observations, and research to gain firsthand insights.
ππ»ββοΈ I am a collaborator
I prioritise close partnerships with product managers, stakeholders, and developers to generate solutions that align with customer objectives and project constraints.
Illustrating
Hiking
Running
Work Experience
OCBC Bank, Singapore
Feb 2024 β Aug 2024
Manager, Experience Design
May 2021 β Jan 2024
Valtech, Singapore
Senior UX Designer
Mar 2020 β May 2021
UX Designer
Oct 2018 β Feb 2020
Education
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
MS β’ Information (UX Research & Design)
Expected 2026
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
BFA, Honors (Highest Distinction) β’
Product Design
2018