I’m Allison, a cross-functional product designer living in Chicago.

At the core of my work is a simple goal: to make people’s lives easier. The best designs feel effortless and I take pride in creating intuitive experiences that just work - so seamlessly that users don’t even stop to think about them.

With a background in traditional graphic design, I bring an eye for detail and a strong design foundation to my work. I don’t just solve user problems; I craft thoughtful, visually compelling solutions that are equally appealing and functional. I know how to use color, typography, and layout to create designs that enhance usability and accessibility.

Both in the workplace and in my personal life, I am always eager to learn more. Whether it’s through books, classes, tutorials, podcasts, or travel, I’m constantly expanding my knowledge and skillset. This curiosity fuels my work and pushes me to experiment with new design techniques, stay up to date with industry trends, and continuously refine my craft.

Good design is obvious; great design is transparent.
— Joe Sparano

Education

BA, Visual Communication Design
Purdue University

UX Design Certification
General Assembly 

Advanced Figma Certification
Designlab

E-Commerce UX Practitioner
Baymard Institute

Skills

- Cross-Platform + Responsive Design
- End-to-End Design Process
- Presenting to Stakeholders
- Junior Designer Mentorship
- Design System Creation
- Information Architecture
- Wireframing + Interactive Prototyping
- User Flows + Journey Mapping
- User Research + Usability Testing
- A/B Testing
- Agile Methodologies
- Accessibility Standards
- E-Commerce Best Practices
- Basic HTML + CSS Knowledge

Outside of Work

Crossword Puzzler
For over a year, I’ve done the NYT crossword every day. It’s my goal to complete a Sunday puzzle without using Autocheck.

Avid Reader
I’m more likely to be found with my Kindle in hand than my phone. My goal for 2025 is to read 90 books!

Health Lover
I love fueling my body with healthy food, exercise, and sunshine.