The Teal Hummingbird
I’m a mid–senior UX Designer at the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC), designing digital services that support millions of people across the province. My work focuses on simplifying complex systems, improving accessibility, and creating clear, trustworthy experiences for essential public services.
I graduated from Emily Carr University of Art + Design in 2021 with a Bachelor of Design in Interaction Design. During my studies, I developed a strong foundation in collaboration, research-driven design, systems thinking, and crafting thoughtful user experiences that balance business goals with real human needs.
I come from an artistic family, where creativity was part of everyday life. My father, a graphic designer, taught me early on that every visual choice carries intention and emotion. Growing up surrounded by design thinking shaped how I see the world. Over time, it became something deeply personal. I naturally analyze services, websites, and products, always thinking about how they could be clearer, kinder, or more meaningful.
Before ICBC, I worked at Castofly Technologies, an early-stage edtech startup, where I owned the end-to-end UX/UI design of an audio-to-video platform for educators. Working in a small, fast-paced team taught me how to move quickly, design with constraints, and create tools that genuinely help people communicate and tell stories.
Today, I design with a hummingbird’s pace: curious in research, precise in execution, and focused on flow. I use AI to move faster and explore ideas, while staying intentional in every decision. I’m driven by the belief that good design should feel effortless while quietly doing the hard work underneath.
Outside of work, I stay creative by making animated promo videos, sketching, and working with my hands through craft projects. Music is another source of inspiration. I play the piano and the Lakota flute to explore rhythm, emotion, and flow in a different form. To keep both my body and mind fresh, I meditate and practice TRX training.
When I genuinely enjoy what I’m building, I show up with energy, care, and intention, and the work is better for it.
I listen closely, seek different perspectives, and design inclusive, respectful experiences.
Every decision matters. I’m deliberate in how I research, design, and refine, balancing user needs, business goals, and real-world constraints.
I ask questions, explore patterns, and dig deeper before jumping to solutions.
I enjoy untangling complex systems and turning them into experiences that feel simple, calm, and easy to use.
Good design should feel natural and connected from start to finish.
Good design should feel natural and connected from start to finish.
