rachel hoffman
Resume
UX/UI product designer with a passion for sustainable design. Excels at cross-team collaboration with both a design and development background. Experienced in information architecture, UI/UX design, and UX research.
EDUCATION
Michigan State University — BA in Experience Architecture
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Bachelor of Arts in Experience Architecture (XA)
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Minor in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ESS)
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Cumulative GPA: 3.9/4
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Dean’s List: 6/6 Semesters
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PA of Arts, Culture and Urban Sustainability abroad program to Rome, Italy
Jaster Athletics — Product Management Intern
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Designed desktop and mobile application screens, flows, and experiences for the JABA AI products.
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Gathered and analyzed user research through user personas, journey mapping, and mass surveys.
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Communicated between product, management, and development teams to complete projects efficiently.
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Researched market competitors and considered new strategies to adapt/innovate the brand experience.
MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine — IT Support
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Connected classrooms at universities across the state of Michigan for hybrid sessions.
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Worked with a variety of types of computers, projectors, microphones, and casting devices.
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Ensured a smooth virtual classroom experience for students and professors under time constraints.
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Answered questions, concerns, and provided any technological assistance needed on-site.
Citizens Scholars — Contract UX Designer
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Considered design principles, accessibility standards, and user needs to create a functional product.
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Collaborated with management to understand and fulfil their vision for the brand’s future.
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Created and reworked UI mockups based on the program’s new needs and principles.
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Accommodated a wide set of users including program donors, students, parents, and faculty.
Other Experiences
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Mentor for the empowHER Leadership Retreat for Girls — As a mentor, I created an inclusive, collaborative, and fun environment for 4th-9th grade girls to feel confident to learn and grow.
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Member of Zeta Theta Omega — As a part of Michigan State University’s co-ed, animal-science-founded fraternity, I donated my time and energy to raise money for local environmental protection charities.
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Member of the Chinese Martial Arts of Michigan — I trained my discipline and dedication, studying under Master Coleman. I completed traditional Chinese training and competed internationally in Sanda.
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Member of Michigan State University Karate Club — I opened my mind to new forms of martial arts.
July 2024 - August 2024
August 2022 – May 2025
May 2024 - May 2025
August 2024 - May 2025
EXPERIENCE
SKILLS
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Figma
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Github
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VS Code
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AutoCAD
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Information architecture
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UX research
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UI/UX design
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Front-end development
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Professional writing
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Data analysis
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Sustainability assessment
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Communication
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Organization
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Problem solving
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German language
References available upon request.