Looking to collaborate with Product Designers who are interested in speaking/mentoring folks from non-traditional backgrounds trying to break into tech.
About
Alexis Bustos is a seasoned UX Researcher and Designer, with a passion for designing products that resonate with users and have a positive impact on society. She has a wealth of experience building differentiating products and driving 0-1 initiatives using emerging tech, with a strong focus on human-centered design and an eye for ethics.
Projects
As the Lead Design Instructor at CROP, I design and deliver design curriculum to prepare the next generation of designers for success in the tech industry.
Collaborating with industry leaders like Figma, SAP, and Google, I integrate technical training with professional development to equip students with practical skills and career readiness.
This work emphasizes nontraditional backgrounds, fostering accessible learning environments and empowering students to excel in competitive tech roles.
I thrive at the intersection of research and creativity, diving deep into user behavior through ethnography, lab studies, field visits, surveys, and A/B testing.
At Star Global, I collaborated with world-class teams to tackle projects like the innovative HMI framework for SAIC MG, redefining how users interact with automotive systems. Imagine workshops filled with energy—global teams sketching, prototyping, and co-creating solutions that push boundaries and deliver impact.
I worked alongside Designers, Product Managers, and Engineers to transform insights into designs that come to life, creating wireframes and prototypes that align vision with execution. With every project, I aim to craft stories—through compelling presentations, detailed reports, and immersive design artifacts—that inspire teams, connect ideas, and elevate user experiences.
Brought ideas to life with Adobe XD during 10+ live-streamed sessions on Behance and YouTube, reaching a global creative audience on platforms with over 1.3 million subscribers.
These sessions showcased real-time design processes, engaging viewers with interactive demonstrations and hands-on learning.
Collaborated with award-winning designers to host dynamic and inspiring sessions that fostered community engagement and elevated recognition within the design world.
I mentored a growing community of over 200 designers, supporting their skill development, creative breakthroughs, and professional growth.
Exhibitions
Speaking
Education
Interaction Design