Abril Ramirez

Abril Ramirez

UX Designer in San Diego, She/her

About

I'm a UX designer with over two years of experience in creating user-friendly and engaging digital solutions.

My mission is to design products that meet the needs and expectations of the users, while also aligning with the business goals and vision of the clients.

When I'm not designing, I foster kittens from my local shelter.

Work Experience

2021 — Now
UI/UX Designer at Freelance
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including the UX Research and UI teams, and engaged with key stakeholders to orchestrate a comprehensive redesign of both the desktop and mobile iterations of the website.

  • Revamped the top-level navigation system through meticulous information architecture refinements, strategically enhancing the overall user experience.

  • Determined the hierarchical arrangement of webpages, thoughtfully curating the content and pages that would be retained, ensuring an optimized and coherent web presence.

  • Articulated the redesigned vision by delivering a persuasive presentation of wireframes to stakeholders, facilitating alignment and garnering valuable input.

  • Collaborated closely with the CEOs to spearhead the redesign of both desktop and mobile versions of the website to boost sign-up rates for their pilot program.

  • Produced a range of design assets, including sketches, low-fidelity wireframes, and high-fidelity wireframes, all meticulously crafted for presentation to the CEOs.

2018 — Now
Administrative Assistant at Chula Vista Elementary School District
  • Facilitated usability tests and engaged in user interviews with stakeholders and parents to evaluate the functionality and user experience of the new student registration software, Enrollment by Powerschool. These efforts yielded valuable insights for enhancement recommendations, which were subsequently communicated to upper management.

  • Skillfully oversaw the entirety of the Schools' vendor system, known as BusinessPlus, ensuring meticulous attention to detail.

  • Perform daily tasks utilizing eSchoolPlus, gain insights into student performance, behavioral trends, and key demographic data.

Volunteering

2023 — Now
Fostering kittens at Chula Vista Animal Care Facility

Education

2022 — 2023
UI/UX Design Certificate at Springboard
2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts in International Business at Universidad Autonoma de Baja California