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Hi, I'm Deanna McCusker, a professional UX designer. I am passionate about simplifying workflows to improve comprehension and reduce frustration so users feel more confident and enjoy using your tools.
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With a thorough knowledge of design thinking, prototyping tools, user research techniques, and accessibility, I strive to put the user first. I have provided award-winning innovative design, led design teams to early product releases, and improved organizational understanding of needs.
I graduated from Carnegie-Mellon University with a degree in industrial design and have worked as a user experience designer, user researcher, and manager in enterprise software, non-profit and ed-tech at various companies in Silicon Valley.
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​My specialties include interaction design of small business and consumer websites and mobile apps, accessibility and inclusive design, user experience management, user research.