Hi, I’m Ashley.

I am currently a Senior UX Designer at Eleven Peppers Studios.

I’m an award-winning designer with 8 years of experience in the industry. I hold a Master's degree in User-Experience Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). Throughout the years, I’ve refined my skills through a combination of academic learning and real-world experience, working with small businesses, tech firms, and government entities.

I've always been fascinated by the blend of art, technology, and psychology. Understanding the crucial role of design in creating memorable and reliable experiences, I make sure to ask the right questions, stay organized, and prioritize supporting research to defend my design decisions.

Outside of work, I love to travel, organize, watch the latest indie movies (consider me an amateur movie buff/critic), and spend quality time with my family. As I continue my design journey, I'm excited to leverage my skills and knowledge to push boundaries, make a positive impact, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of digital experiences.

Here’s a sneak peek of what I‘m known for.

BRANDING/MARKETING

Starting every project with visual and competitor research.

Designing typographic layouts that emphasize key information.

Overseeing the direction of projects, from initial concepts to execution.

Designing scalable vector graphics for both digital and print.

Creating unique illustrations, from infographics to icons.

Building presentations that allow the audience to visualize business goals.

Creating graphics for social media to enhance brand engagement.

UX/UI DESIGN

Maintaining over 8+ years of best UX practices and design principles.

Sweating the small stuff and how it aligns with the Big Picture.

Conducting and analyzing user research succinctly.

Keeping Accessibility Design (508 Compliance) at the forefront.

Planning for B, C, & D solutions when A does not work out.

Building beautiful, and thorough UI systems that minimize Dev doubt.

Fostering trust by balancing Stakeholder input and user needs.