kimparsons

About Me

As a Product Designer ready to make meaningful impacts in an increasingly digital world, I draw from my past experiences to create solutions that deeply resonate with users, merging functionality with human-centric aesthetics. Balancing user needs with key business objectives, I thrive on addressing complex challenges.

Education

Bachelor of Design

OCAD University

UX Design

Designlab

Work & Experience

Product Designer

Freelance

• Conducted user research and analysis to evaluate user needs effectively. • Developed wireframes, site maps, flow diagrams, and high-fidelity prototypes. • Collaborated closely with the development team to achieve desired outcomes and iterate on improvements.

Layout Designer

Teton Media Works

05/01/2021 - 02/01/2022

• Collaborated with editors, reporters and photographers to coordinate stories and layouts. • Designed layouts, artwork, and typography consistent with the company's visual brand. • Met tight deadlines, delivering captivating, high-quality designs that engage readers.

Graphic Designer

Kim Parsons Design

• Researched innovative strategies and narratives to enhance brand value and business growth. • Offered graphic design services for clients across digital and print platforms. • Created custom artwork, layouts, and typography using Adobe Creative Cloud; edited proofs to align with brand standards.

Skills

Design Systems · Web Design · Wireframing · Information Architecture · Prototyping · User Experience Design (UED) · Figma (Software) · User Experience (UX) · UX Research · Product Design · User Interface Design · Visual Design · Cross-functional Team Leadership

Awards

Hackathon 2022
Headstarter - Plivo