CURIOUS | EMPATHETIC | LIFELONG LEARNER

  • MELISSA LAM

  • 林 金 珠

  • MELISSA LAM

  • 林 金 珠

Hi! I'm Melissa — a UI/UX Designer passionately creating warm and accessible user experiences and solutions.

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ABOUT

ABOUT

ABOUT

My passion lies in the intersection of education and games, creating visually captivating interfaces and elevating overall user digital experiences.

Starting off as a Biology major, I jumped into teaching initially finding fulfillment for three years. However, my passion for blending artistic creativity with my acquired skills led me to discover UI/UX Design. Honing my ability to create user-centric designs. My experience as an educator uniquely positions me to empathize with users and anticipate their needs effectively.

PROJECTS

PROJECTS

PROJECTS

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Sugar Spice
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Piggy Pouch
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EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

EXPERIENCE

UI / UX Designer

Freelance

May 2024 — Current

Led the complete UI/UX design process for a startup, conducting research, developing design systems, and creating user-centered prototypes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align design strategy with business objectives.

UI / UX Designer

Freelance

May 2024 — Current

Led the complete UI/UX design process for a startup, conducting research, developing design systems, and creating user-centered prototypes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align design strategy with business objectives.

UI / UX Designer

Freelance

May 2024 — Current

Led the complete UI/UX design process for a startup, conducting research, developing design systems, and creating user-centered prototypes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align design strategy with business objectives.

Handcrafted Goods Designer & Seller

Etsy

Jun 2022 - Current

Manage an Etsy shop by developing a cohesive brand and custom product line, achieving a 5.0-star rating, driving a 40% traffic increase with SEO strategies, and ensuring customer loyalty through exceptional service.

Handcrafted Goods Designer & Seller

Etsy

Jun 2022 - Current

Manage an Etsy shop by developing a cohesive brand and custom product line, achieving a 5.0-star rating, driving a 40% traffic increase with SEO strategies, and ensuring customer loyalty through exceptional service.

Handcrafted Goods Designer & Seller

Etsy

Jun 2022 - Current

Manage an Etsy shop by developing a cohesive brand and custom product line, achieving a 5.0-star rating, driving a 40% traffic increase with SEO strategies, and ensuring customer loyalty through exceptional service.

Science Teacher

Fort Bend ISD

Dec 2019 — Jun 2022

Enhanced student performance and engagement by implementing differentiated instruction, interactive learning strategies, and technology integration, while adapting lessons for diverse needs, including students with IEPs and remote learning environments.

Science Teacher

Fort Bend ISD

Dec 2019 — Jun 2022

Enhanced student performance and engagement by implementing differentiated instruction, interactive learning strategies, and technology integration, while adapting lessons for diverse needs, including students with IEPs and remote learning environments.

Science Teacher

Fort Bend ISD

Dec 2019 — Jun 2022

Enhanced student performance and engagement by implementing differentiated instruction, interactive learning strategies, and technology integration, while adapting lessons for diverse needs, including students with IEPs and remote learning environments.

EDUCATION

EDUCATION

EDUCATION

Certification for UI Design & UI Animation

Career Foundry

Jun 2023 - May 2024

Specialized in user research, user interface, and animation with a focus on native / webapp / responsive mobile design.

Certification for UI Design & UI Animation

Career Foundry

Jun 2023 - May 2024

Specialized in user research, user interface, and animation with a focus on native / webapp / responsive mobile design.

Certification for UI Design & UI Animation

Career Foundry

Jun 2023 - May 2024

Specialized in user research, user interface, and animation with a focus on native / webapp / responsive mobile design.

Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of Houston

Jun 2015 - Dec 2019

Gained a solid foundation in Biology accompanied by a TExES composite science certification (7-12) with teachHouston.

Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of Houston

Jun 2015 - Dec 2019

Gained a solid foundation in Biology accompanied by a TExES composite science certification (7-12) with teachHouston.

Bachelor of Science in Biology

University of Houston

Jun 2015 - Dec 2019

Gained a solid foundation in Biology accompanied by a TExES composite science certification (7-12) with teachHouston.

CONTACT

CONTACT

CONTACT

Let's talk about projects, collaborations, or anything design!

TX, USA

melissataylorlam@gmail.com

www.melissa-lam.com