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I merge psychology with design, creating visually and emotionally compelling stories. Born and raised in LA, my journey at Mount St. Mary's University in Psychology and Art has deeply influenced my design philosophy: simplicity intertwined with modernity, punctuated by bold colors, especially in my illustrations. I excel in revitalizing websites, forging vibrant brand identities, and crafting eye-catching illustrations. Beyond the studio, I’m a collaborator at heart, known for enhancing projects with creativity and insight at Shippo. Eager for new design challenges, I’m ready to push boundaries and explore more storytelling through design. Let’s explore what we can create together.

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  • Curiosity

  • Empathy

  • Quality

  • DESIgn Thinking

  • Collaboration

  • USER FRIENDLY

  • ACCESSIBILITY

  • Curiosity

  • Empathy

  • Quality

  • DESIgn Thinking

  • Collaboration

  • USER FRIENDLY

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My Persona

What makes me great

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👩🏽‍💻 Designer

🐶 Pet Sitter

🎨 Artist

My tool belt

These are day to day essentials to get the work done.

Go-to Podcast

Design Meets Business

My Persona

What makes me great

👩🏽‍💻 Designer

🦉 ️Night Owl

🦉 ️Night Owl

🐶 Pet Sitter

🎨 Artist

🎨 Artist

My Persona

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👩🏽‍💻 Designer

👩🏽‍💻 Designer

🐶 Pet Sitter

🐶 Pet Sitter

🦉 ️Night Owl

🎨 Artist

🎨 Artist

🦉 ️Night Owl

My Experiences

Where I've Been Employed

Director of Design, Divorce.com

Oct. 2022 - Present / Remote

As the Director of Design at Divorce.com, I led a rebranding effort with Red Antler Agency, enhancing brand recognition and streamlining workflows via a new design system and asset organization. I improved user engagement by redesigning the onboarding process and developed key features for a better user experience. My initiatives, including optimizing the homepage with SVG animations, significantly boosted site performance and team productivity.

Graphic Designer, Shippo

Oct. 2021 - July 2022 / Remote

I supported senior designers in producing key marketing materials, including digital ads and print collateral, and contributed significantly to scalable marketing campaigns. These efforts led to a 15% increase in campaign effectiveness across multiple platforms, improving communication with target audiences.

Contract Designer, Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles

Contract Designer, Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles

Contract Designer, Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles

June 2021 - March 2022 / Remote

I spearheaded the design for the Barrio Fino live concerts and web series, creating a cohesive visual identity that resonated with the community's culture. This approach led to a 25% increase in event attendance, thanks to compelling visual storytelling that deeply connected with audiences.

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What People Say About Me

  • I’ve worked with Melissa on the design team and what I want to say is that this was an amazing experience. She is not just a product designer, she is THE product designer. There are no tasks in the world that she couldn’t handle. Her passion for design is truly inspiring, she never stops learning and developing herself in all directions. She always has a vision of the future of the product, she doesn’t think only about now, she always thinks about where we can go and how we can get here. Her management skills are excellent. She is not only a designer but also a great manager. She will create structure from the chaos, and organize everything in the best possible way to keep all stuff simple and clear. Furthermore, she is a hardworking person, who always does her best to get the maximum from the minimum. She is open and collaborative, and communication with her is always a pleasure. She has a natural talent for inspiring people, which is a really important quality of a lead manager. Her ideas and energy will bring benefits to any type of project she will be working on.

    Вікторія Бочарова

    Product Designer

  • Melissa's illustration work on our blog, social, and upcoming web redesign has been monumental in elevating our brand. She's dependable and can pivot to the fast-changing tides of working at a start-up. I would recommend Melissa for any design job in which you will need an excellent designer on your team.

    Jorge Leon

    Visual Designer

  • Melissa's unique talent and easy-going personality make her a great find for any design team. Not only can she create beautiful illustrations and page layouts, but she also knows motion graphics. Her work added an extra level of interest and polish to Shippo's designs. As a UI/UX Designer at Shippo, we had many occasions to work together, and it was a pleasure every time. She efficiently and consistently provides the highest quality work.

    Carolyn Greeenough

    Senior UX Designer

  • Melissa is, quite simply put, a powerhouse production designer, illustrator, and animator. Her skillset ranges from digital marketing to slide decks, one-pagers to ebooks, and everything in between. Her expansive talent and capacity to take direction with ease leave her uniquely positioned to drive marketing success for both companies, large and small. Melissa is a phenomenal teammate with a humble attitude toward continuous growth.

    Gary Vennarucci

    Dynamic Marketing & Brand Visual Designer

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

What sets my UX design approach apart?

My UX design approach is unique because it weaves the principles of psychology with the creative process, ensuring that every design is not only aesthetically pleasing but also psychologically resonant with the audience. This is a direct result of my academic background in Art & Psychology from Mount St. Mary's University and my professional experience in various design roles. At Divorce.com, my role as Director of Design involved collaborating with top agencies to revitalize our brand, leading to a significant increase in user engagement. Additionally, my work at Shippo and Levitt Pavilion reflects my capacity to blend cultural insights into design, thereby driving up campaign effectiveness and event attendance. This holistic method of design thinking positions me to create intuitive, impactful user experiences that align with strategic business objectives.

What sets my UX design approach apart?

What sets my UX design approach apart?

How do I stay updated with the latest UX design trends?

How do I stay updated with the latest UX design trends?

How do I stay updated with the latest UX design trends?

What’s my process for receiving and incorporating feedback?

What’s my process for receiving and incorporating feedback?

What’s my process for receiving and incorporating feedback?

How do I balance user needs with business goals in your designs?

How do I balance user needs with business goals in your designs?

How do I balance user needs with business goals in your designs?

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Let us work together

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All rights reserved.