Hi! I'm Julia,

a product designer, systems design engineer, and professional cafe hopper.

I thrive in spaces where:
- empathy sets the tone of the design,
- curiosity and exploration is celebrated,
- energy is contagious,
- diverse perspectives converge,
- pets and snacks are involved :)

Other than design,

I'm a dancer fuelled by croissants, and travels the world with an amusingly terrible sense of direction.

Education

University of Waterloo

Systems Design Engineering, BASc Apr 2024

- Deans Honours List (top 10 of class)
- Specialization in computing, HCI, and digital systems
- Coursework in user-centred design, cognitive ergonomics, and systems thinking

Experience

Mercury

Product Design Intern, 2023

Improved operational visibility and workflow efficiency by designing a new case creation flow for Risk Operations teams, facilitating the documentation of financial crime trends.

Autodesk

Experience Design Intern, 2023

Led the end-to-end design of a version comparison tool for project specifications, streamlining workflows for 2.4M active construction projects.

Webveloper

Product Design Intern, 2022

Scoped, designed, and shipped a social media management product, increasing engagement metrics by 200% across 5000 social accounts.

Wonsulting

Founding Product Designer, 2022-2024

Led design from concept to launch, crafting the brand identity, user experience, and visual design, resulting in an ecosystem of AI-powered tools that provide tailored support for individuals with diverse career backgrounds throughout their job search.

Established and maintained the design system, creating scalable components and guidelines.

Workplace Safety Insurance Board

UX/UI Design Intern, 2021

Performed job shadowing, user interviews, and test sessions to discover and resolve pain points for 324,000 businesses during their insurance claim and payment process.

Liquor Control Board of Ontario

UX/UI Design Intern, 2021

Led the design of a web portal to automate an outdated, manual supply chain process increasing efficiency by 200% across 450+ stores.

OANDA

UX/UI Design Intern, 2020

Launched the redesign of a currency conversion tool for 10M+ users to improve user experience, scalability and brand identity.

Community

UW Blueprint

Product Design Lead, 2022

Partnered with a non-profit organization to develop an interactive crisis toolkit, delivering mental health education and support specifically tailored for men.