Insight-Driven Design
I transform insights into opportunities by analyzing user needs, business goals, and market trends. Every design decision I make is backed by research to ensure meaningful impact.
Systems Thinking and Strategy
I create frameworks that simplify complex problems and align teams toward a shared vision. My approach balances long-term scalability with solutions that address immediate user needs.
Collaboration and Communication
I bridge design, product, and engineering by fostering clear communication and alignment. Through storytelling and data-driven insights, I advocate for users while balancing business goals.
ACADEMIC PROJECT
Designing to enhance accessibility in Google Classroom by integrating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), which provide personalized support for students with learning differences or disabilities, allowing teachers to seamlessly manage IEP information and create inclusive lesson plans.
Timeline: January 2025 - May 2025
Team: Vivien Chang, Melissa, and Luci
CASE STUDY
Developed a note-taking feature for Discord that allows users to post their thoughts and reply to others. Focused on intuitive interface design to enhance the platform’s collaboration and engagement capabilities.
Timeline: January 2025 - January 2025
Role: UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher
CASE STUDY
Crafted SecretSanta, a user-friendly app that simplifies anonymous gift exchanges with features like name drawing, wish list sharing, random matching, and deadline reminders.
Timeline: December 2024 - December 2024
Team: UX/UI Designer, Product Designer
CASE STUDY
Designed the SnapNotes app for students to easily capture, organize, and manage class notes, PDFs, and study guides across devices with a built-in camera and digital library.
Timeline: October 2024 - December 2024
Role: UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher
"Vivien possesses a rare blend of practical expertise and teamwork prowess. Her contributions ranged from copywriting to product testing and designing user interfaces, consistently delivering insights that enhanced usability and marketability. Additionally, she served as a source of motivation for her teammates, inspiring them to reach new heights in their endeavors.
In my capacity as Vivien's supervisor, I witnessed firsthand her commitment to excellence and user satisfaction. Her depth of knowledge in product development, coupled with her ability to lead by example, positions her as a future leader in the field. Vivien's ambitious projects, such as the user-facing wizard project, underscore her capacity to drive innovation and deliver results."
-Sean Smirnov, Founding CEO of Unadat
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