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Hi, I'm Sara! I am a designer, researcher, and developer based in Seattle, WA, where I am pursuing my Master's in Human-Centered Design and Engineering at the University of Washington.
I graduated from the University of Southern California with a B.A. in Art and Design and a minor in Computer Programming in 2024. I began as an artist, then graphic designer, and finally fell in love with technology.
I love art, computers, and the internet. In my free time, I enjoy gaming, listening to music, and working on my personal websites such as this one ^_^
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Experience
2024—Present
Web Accessibility Assistant — UW Information Technology ↗
Conducts accessibility testing on university websites using a variety of evaluation tools to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards. Collaborates with developers and websit owners to identify and implement accessibility improvements, utilizing WordPress, Drupal, and other content management systems. Applies strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to diagnose and resolve web accessibility issues, resulting in improvement in website usability for individuals with disabilities.
2022—2024
Learning Assistant — USC Information Technology Program ↗
Facilitated learning for over 50 students per semester by conducting weekly coding labs and offering hands-on support in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, PHP, and MySQL. Assisted in grading assignments and exams, evaluating code quality, and identifying areas for improvement.
2022—2024
Creative Content Assistant: Graphic Design — USC Student Life ↗
Designed graphics, posters, merchandise, and digital content tailored to the USC student demographic, establishing a consistent brand presence that increased follower growth by 25%. Developed and executed rebrand of weekly events newsletter with a recipient list of over 40,000 students. Collaborated with university departments to create targeted marketing and branding materials, strengthening community engagement and event attendance.
2023—2024
Marketing Organizer — AthenaHacks ↗
Designed compelling visual content for marketing campaigns, including social media graphics, merchandise, and promotional materials, resulting in a 30% increase in event sign-ups. Collaborated with the marketing team to develop a cohesive brand identity for the hackathon, creating logos, color schemes, and design templates that resonated with the target audience.
2023—2024
Webmaster — KXSC ↗
Maintained website functionality by troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing downtime. Managed and updated the station's blog, publishing over 100 posts that enhanced audience engagement with station content.
2021—2024
Campus Center Consultant — Trojan Event Services ↗
Welcomed visitors to the USC Campus Center, answered questions about events, and offered guidance and support to attendees. Collaborated with the event team in setups and teardowns, ensuring optimal efficiency.