About
hey there,
i'm jaelen.
hey there, i'm jaelen.
Turning complex problems into simple solutions—one pixel at a time.
Hi, I'm Jaelen! My design journey has been a fascinating exploration driven by a passion for creativity and problem-solving. I chose UX Design as a career path because it allows me to combine my analytical thinking with my deep passion and keen eye for aesthetics and curating overall user experiences.
Hi, I'm Jaelen! My design journey has been a fascinating exploration driven by a passion for creativity and problem-solving. I chose UX Design as a career path because it allows me to combine my analytical thinking with my deep passion and keen eye for aesthetics and curating overall user experiences.
Previously enrolled at Wayne State University where I pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Computer Science, I have undertaken coursework such as Human-Computer Interaction and Research Methods in Psychology, for example, which have nurtured my keen interest in user-centric design formalities.
Previously enrolled at Wayne State University where I pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Computer Science, I have undertaken coursework such as Human-Computer Interaction and Research Methods in Psychology, for example, which have nurtured my keen interest in user-centric design formalities.
Additionally, I've earned my World-Class UX Developer Certificate of Completion from the first-ever North American Apple Developer Academy, where I enhanced my skills in UX development, mastering various design and research methodologies, as well as learning and ensuring adherence to accessibility standards.
Outside of UX, I am a deeply passionate and multi-faceted individual with a deep love for runway fashion, politics, and history. I am deeply interested in pop culture, technology, and music, with a particularly profound love for singing and musical theater.
Lastly, as a skincare enthusiast, I'm constantly exploring the latest and greatest product formulations on the market, with a strong focus on Korean skincare. My diverse hobbies reflect my curiosity and drive to explore the world in all its facets, combining the old with the new, and the artistic with the innovative.
Additionally, I've earned my World-Class UX Developer Certificate of Completion from the first-ever North American Apple Developer Academy, where I enhanced my skills in UX development, mastering various design and research methodologies, as well as learning and ensuring adherence to accessibility standards.
Outside of UX, I am a deeply passionate and multi-faceted individual with a deep love for runway fashion, politics, and history. I am deeply interested in pop culture, technology, and music, with a particularly profound love for singing and musical theater.
Lastly, as a skincare enthusiast, I'm constantly exploring the latest and greatest product formulations on the market, with a strong focus on Korean skincare. My diverse hobbies reflect my curiosity and drive to explore the world in all its facets, combining the old with the new, and the artistic with the innovative.
How do you craft a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user?
Crafting a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user is at the heart of my work as a UX designer. By combining a deep understanding of user needs with insights from psychological principles and design phenomena, I create interfaces that are not only intuitive and engaging but also memorable and delightful. My goal is to ensure that every interaction feels 'just right,' leaving users with a positive and lasting impression.
What makes a user experience intuitive, efficient, and satisfying?
Good UX design is all about creating user experiences that are intuitive, efficient, and satisfying. This involves deeply understanding user needs, behaviors, and motivations to design interfaces that are not only functional but also easy and enjoyable to use. By prioritizing clarity, simplicity, and accessibility, I strive to ensure that users can achieve their goals with minimal friction and maximum satisfaction.
How does psychology influence the design of user interfaces?
Psychology plays a pivotal role in shaping user interfaces by helping us understand how users perceive, think, and interact with digital systems. Concepts like cognitive load, memory, and attention are crucial in designing interfaces that align with natural human behaviors. By applying these psychological principles, I aim to create more engaging, user-friendly interfaces that not only enhance overall satisfaction but also improve the efficiency of user interactions.
How do you craft a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user?
Crafting a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user is at the heart of my work as a UX designer. By combining a deep understanding of user needs with insights from psychological principles and design phenomena, I create interfaces that are not only intuitive and engaging but also memorable and delightful. My goal is to ensure that every interaction feels 'just right,' leaving users with a positive and lasting impression.
What makes a user experience intuitive, efficient, and satisfying?
Good UX design is all about creating user experiences that are intuitive, efficient, and satisfying. This involves deeply understanding user needs, behaviors, and motivations to design interfaces that are not only functional but also easy and enjoyable to use. By prioritizing clarity, simplicity, and accessibility, I strive to ensure that users can achieve their goals with minimal friction and maximum satisfaction.
How does psychology influence the design of user interfaces?
Psychology plays a pivotal role in shaping user interfaces by helping us understand how users perceive, think, and interact with digital systems. Concepts like cognitive load, memory, and attention are crucial in designing interfaces that align with natural human behaviors. By applying these psychological principles, I aim to create more engaging, user-friendly interfaces that not only enhance overall satisfaction but also improve the efficiency of user interactions.
How do you craft a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user?
Crafting a digital experience that feels perfectly tailored to the user is at the heart of my work as a UX designer. By combining a deep understanding of user needs with insights from psychological principles and design phenomena, I create interfaces that are not only intuitive and engaging but also memorable and delightful. My goal is to ensure that every interaction feels 'just right,' leaving users with a positive and lasting impression.
What makes a user experience intuitive, efficient, and satisfying?
Good UX design is all about creating user experiences that are intuitive, efficient, and satisfying. This involves deeply understanding user needs, behaviors, and motivations to design interfaces that are not only functional but also easy and enjoyable to use. By prioritizing clarity, simplicity, and accessibility, I strive to ensure that users can achieve their goals with minimal friction and maximum satisfaction.
How does psychology influence the design of user interfaces?
Psychology plays a pivotal role in shaping user interfaces by helping us understand how users perceive, think, and interact with digital systems. Concepts like cognitive load, memory, and attention are crucial in designing interfaces that align with natural human behaviors. By applying these psychological principles, I aim to create more engaging, user-friendly interfaces that not only enhance overall satisfaction but also improve the efficiency of user interactions.