Master’s, Human-Computer Interaction and Design
University of Washington
I'm a product designer with 4+ years of experience spanning digital, analog, and hybrid digital-physical design. I bring both hands-on technical fluency and research to complex design challenges and believe the best experiences are built when data, empathy, and aesthetics work together. I am able to use AI to extend what's possible, explore directions, and ship faster.
Outside of class and work, I enjoy reading (add me on Goodreads!), photography, painting, and rock climbing! Explore my creative interests here!
Education
MFA, Design and Technology
Parsons School of Design
BA, Psychology · Minor in Informatics
University of Washington
Certificate, Human-Computer Interaction for User Experience Design
Massachusetts Institute
of Technology
of Technology
Experience
Lead UX Designer
Parsons School of Design
UX/UI Design Intern
Sensors, Energy & Automation Laboratory
Lead Interaction Designer (via Parsons)
Museum of Science
Human-Computer Interaction Design Intern
Cornell Tech
Founding UX Designer
Atlas
Product Design Lead
Design for America
UX/UI Design Intern
Arc Security
Languages
English (Native), Bulgarian (Fluent), French (Working)
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