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Caroline Risewick

Caroline Risewick

Los Angeles

Summary

Dynamic UX/UI Designer recently graduated from Purdue University with a strong foundation in user-centered design principles and a passion for crafting engaging, accessible digital experiences. Skilled in UX research, prototyping, and UI design across web and mobile platforms. Proven ability to lead and collaborate on cross-functional teams to solve complex design challenges. Innovative UX/UI Designer with background in creating engaging, user-friendly interfaces for diverse platforms

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance UX/UI Designer

Pierce Contracting
07.2025 - Current
  • Designed and developed a professional digital presence for a small construction business.
  • Created a fully responsive website using Squarespace, designed a custom company logo, and produced cohesive marketing materials, including business cards and signage.
  • Delivered branding solutions that enhanced visibility, strengthened client trust, and established a consistent visual identity across platforms.
  • Freelance Project

Capstone Project

Lazy Cat Café
08.2024 - 05.2025
  • Led a complete redesign of the Lazy Cat Café website to elevate the digital experience and drive customer engagement.
  • Worked closely with stakeholders to identify key user pain points and mapped out improved user flows for essential actions such as booking appointments, signing up for events, and navigating the menu.
  • Conducted multiple rounds of usability testing with real users to iterate on wireframes and prototypes.
  • Ensured accessibility compliance and responsive design standards were met, resulting in a cohesive, user-friendly site optimized for both desktop and mobile platforms.

UI Designer Intern

Pinch Design Co.
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Contributed to UI design for various digital and print deliverables including websites, marketing materials, and advertisements.
  • Collaborated with company CEO to apply brand guidelines across multiple formats, ensuring consistency and clarity.
  • Took initiative in exploring innovative UI layouts and refining design elements for better usability and visual appeal.
  • Participated in design critiques, gathered feedback, and implemented revisions to align with client expectations and project goals.

Team Lead & UX Researcher

FordLabs
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • UX Experience Studio Student Project
  • Led a cross-functional student team in partnership with FordLabs to explore how UX design can foster social connection in remote work settings.
  • Conducted extensive user research including interviews, affinity mapping, and empathy mapping to uncover user needs.
  • Developed low-fidelity prototypes that addressed key challenges and validated them through iterative testing.
  • Served as the primary point of contact with the FordLabs sponsor team, presenting findings and managing feedback loops to refine the product vision and ensure alignment with user and business objectives.

Study Abroad

ColoSpeed
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Company Overview: Medical Portal Redesign
  • Collaborated with Northumbria University and healthcare professionals in the UK to improve the ColoSpeed medical portal for colorectal cancer patients.
  • Conducted a comprehensive heuristic evaluation to identify usability flaws and information gaps.
  • Designed and facilitated five workshop activities focused on understanding patient values, demystifying medical terminology, and exploring the integration of AI tools into health communication.
  • Delivered a design proposal with annotated wireframes and experience strategies to improve comprehension, trust, and accessibility for patients navigating their health journey online.

Education

Bachelor of Science - UX Design (Minors: Psychology,Design & Innovation)

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
05.2025

Skills

  • UX Research
  • User Testing
  • A/B Testing
  • Design Sprints
  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • Sketch
  • Illustrator
  • Miro
  • Wireframing
  • Prototyping
  • Journey mapping
  • Interaction design
  • Design Systems
  • Team leadership
  • Digital marketing strategy
  • Information architecture

Websites

Timeline

Freelance UX/UI Designer

Pierce Contracting
07.2025 - Current

Capstone Project

Lazy Cat Café
08.2024 - 05.2025

UI Designer Intern

Pinch Design Co.
06.2024 - 08.2024

Team Lead & UX Researcher

FordLabs
08.2023 - 12.2023

Study Abroad

ColoSpeed
05.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - UX Design (Minors: Psychology,Design & Innovation)

Purdue University

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