Meet Mackenzie
A UX Designer with a Theatrical Twist
About Me
Empathy and Research: A Common Thread
In my journey from Musical Theatre Actress to UX Designer, I've discovered an unexpected connection between the two worlds. At their core, they’re both empathetic and research-driven storytellers. As an actress, I spent over a decade crafting captivating performances through empathy and research, using these principles to embody characters and understand their behaviors, goals and frustrations. Now as a UX Designer, I use these same principles to understand and advocate for the needs and pain points of the end user, generating creative & human-centered solutions that elevate both brands/products and the people who engage with them.
Currently based in Minneapolis, MN
At the heart of my design journey lies an unwavering passion for crafting exceptional user experiences.
I thrive on the challenge of solving complex problems, driven by the belief that innovation is the key to accessible and inclusive solutions. My mission is to positively impact the end user through design that simplifies the intricate, makes technology universally accessible, and sparks joy in every interaction. With every project, I strive to elevate the user experience, transforming digital landscapes into spaces where users not only navigate seamlessly but also discover the beauty of innovation, accessibility, and meaningful human-centric design.
You might be wondering, “Why the transition from Theatre to UX?”
That's an excellent question - and one I hear often! I've always been drawn to creative work that enhances people’s lives in some way or another. I had the privilege of engaging in this kind of work in various scales and mediums for well over a decade. But what ultimately launched me into a UX career was the desire to pursue creative work that solves real problems and creates impactful solutions in the ever-growing digital world.
UX Capabilities
UX / UI Design
Wireframing
Prototyping
Product Design
Information Architecture
Agile and Waterfall Processes
User Research
Usability Testing
Software Capabilities
Figma
Adobe XD
Sketch
Miro
Webflow
CSS Knowledge
Hotjar
InVision
Userlytics
UserTesting