Hello!
I’m a Product Designer based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, dedicated to crafting intuitive, elegant digital experiences that delight users and drive business impact.
For nearly four years, I’ve immersed myself in UX, refining my expertise in design systems, high-fidelity designs, and user-centered problem-solving. I’ve had the opportunity to design and optimize a wide range of pages and features for a large e-commerce platform—from product detail pages and cart flows to checkout and post-purchase experiences. This extensive work has given me a comprehensive understanding of digital ecosystems and the ability to create cohesive, impactful solutions that balance business objectives with user needs.
I’m excited to continue blending creativity with thoughtful design to build meaningful digital experiences. Let’s connect and collaborate to create something exceptional together!
Skills
Figma, Fig Jam, Figma Prototypes, and Figma Slides
Adobe XD, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Material Design (MUI)
Zeplin
Microsoft Word, PP, Xcel, Teams, and Sharepoint
Google Drive, Slides, Docs and Sheets
Miro
Baymard Institute
Nielsen Norman Group Heuristics
Wix.com
Framer
Testimonies
“I had the pleasure of working with Michelle during my time at Nerdery and I saw firsthand how she brought her expertise and positive energy to our clients. She quickly became an expert in designing lovable experiences and was phenomenal in client facing roles. Her dedication, expertise and incredible attitude are also a huge asset and were highlighted numerous times by the clients she worked with.”
Jennifer Sigfrinius
Sr. Director, Account Management
“Michelle is a bright, talented, and pragmatic designer that would make an excellent addition to any team.
I had the honor of facilitating Michelle's UX internship and then serving as her manager. Throughout that time, she was highly engaged and this was reflected in her steep growth trajectory. She has a sharp eye for visual detail and an intuitive understanding of design systems. Her clients spoke highly of her right from the beginning. She earned their appreciation and respect by consistently delivering well-considered design work.”
Russell Ahrens
Manager, Principle UX Designer
"As a software engineer who worked closely with Michelle, I can confirm that she was an excellent communicator and collaborator. She consistently demonstrated enthusiasm and curiosity when solving design problems and was quick to respond to my design inquiries. She had good intuition and recommendations on design solutions but would also reach out to other designers to ensure alignment across the team as needed. I would gladly work with her again."
Laura Shields
Senior Software Engineer Manager