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UI/UX Product Designer & Researcher

As a UI/UX professional, I create intentional and clear design systems for digital products, apps, and websites. I feel most accomplished when giving someone relief or joy in their day-to-day life or workflow through providing better user experiences. I believe that design is at its best when it allows people to feel seen, respected, and considered.

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Case Studies

Designing Clearer Step-by-Step Workflows

Avestor Inc. · Financial SaaS Product

I redesigned Avestor’s syndication setup workflow to reduce user frustration and improve clarity for syndication managers and investors. The goal was to reduce onboarding drop-off and create a more intuitive, user-friendly experience.

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Syndication workflow redesign preview

Restructuring Navigation & Visual Hierarchy

Avestor Inc. · Financial SaaS Product

I restructured and redesigned the Avestor platform’s navigation system to address user disorientation and improve overall usability for fund managers. The goal was to simplify a complex system and create a clearer, more intuitive experience.

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Syndication workflow redesign preview

Resume

Experience

UI / UX Designer & Researcher

Jan 2025 – Present | Avestor Inc.
2 Years Experience

Market Research Assistant

Dec 2022 – Dec 2024 | Neilson Ratings
2 Years Experience

Skills

  • User Research & Auditing
  • Usability Testing
  • UI / UX Design
  • Wireframing
  • Interactive Prototyping
  • Graphic Design
  • Basic Front-End Understanding

Education

2026 | Portland State University

BFA in Graphic Design – GPA 3.0
Focus: User Experience Design

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Contact

Let's Create Together!

I am currently looking to work with agencies and other creatives on a wide scope of projects. Please reach out and say hello!

ericolpate@email.com
(503) 555-5555
Portland, Oregon
linkedin.com/in/erincpaterson