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rachel hoffman

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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                

  • Bachelor of Arts in Experience Architecture (XA)

  • Minor in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ESS)

  • Cumulative GPA:  3.9/4

  • Dean’s List:  6/6 Semesters

  • PA of Arts, Culture and Urban Sustainability abroad program to Rome, Italy

Jaster AthleticsProduct Management Intern                              

  • Designed desktop and mobile application screens, flows, and experiences for the JABA AI products.

  • Gathered and analyzed user research through user personas, journey mapping, and mass surveys.

  • Communicated between product, management, and development teams to complete projects efficiently.

  • Researched market competitors and considered new strategies to adapt/innovate the brand experience.


MSU College of Osteopathic MedicineIT Support                        

  • Connected classrooms at universities across the state of Michigan for hybrid sessions.

  • Worked with a variety of types of computers, projectors, microphones, and casting devices.

  • Ensured a smooth virtual classroom experience for students and professors under time constraints.

  • Answered questions, concerns, and provided any technological assistance needed on-site.


Citizens ScholarsContract UX Designer                                     

  • Considered design principles, accessibility standards, and user needs to create a functional product.

  • Collaborated with management to understand and fulfil their vision for the brand’s future.

  • Created and reworked UI mockups based on the program’s new needs and principles.

  • Accommodated a wide set of users including program donors, students, parents, and faculty.


Other Experiences

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 

  • Figma

  • Github

  • VS Code

  • AutoCAD

  • Information architecture

  • UX research

  • UI/UX design

  • Front-end development

  • Professional writing

  • Data analysis

  • Sustainability assessment

  • Communication

  • Organization

  • Problem solving

  • German language

References available upon request.

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