I have been practicing and refining my UX/UI craft for over 7 years.
I have worked as a UX/UI professional at:
- Weusthem: A small but mighty design agency with over 50 clients.
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Officetrax: A multi-channel CMMS software provider offering one-stop maintenance solutions across North America.
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Canadian Real Estate Association: Realtor.ca - Canada's No. 1 real estate brand, serving millions with multi-platform digital solutions.
These diverse experiences have made me a more well-rounded UX/UI designer.
Learn more about my experience on Linkedin.
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My Superpower
Strong problem-solving and product thinking skills, supported by ten years of fine art training and a robust visual design background.
Critical thinker with a user-centered approach, balancing both user and business needs.
Commitment to continuous learning and sharing, demonstrated by my role as a web design instructor at NSCAD University.
Deep understanding of accessibility and usability best practices.
“ I had the pleasure of working with Yang on multiple projects, .... His fine arts background contributes to his strong focus on UI design, making his work visually compelling. Additionally, his deep understanding of UX allows him to effectively address pain points and create exceptional user experiences.
Yang employs product thinking strategies to solve problems and make impactful design decisions, balancing user needs with business requirements. He played a key role in developing our new design system and was instrumental in advocating for and raising awareness about accessibility....
Yang is an excellent communicator, easy-going, and has a friendly and positive attitude, making him a pleasure to work with. He is always eager to learn and share his knowledge with the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration...”
My story
With over 8 years of professional multidisciplinary design experience and dual research-based master's degrees. My design philosophy revolves around understanding users' needs and the business landscape, resulting in engaging solutions that hit the mark.
Lifelong learning is my compass. I'm constantly exploring and self-educating, infusing fresh perspectives into both my work and daily life. A self-starter and a curious learner, I'm always on the lookout for new horizons to enrich my journey.
When I'm not crafting designs, you'll find me jogging amidst nature, challenging friends to board games, and giving back to the community.
Currently, I'm thrilled to be a volunteer UX/Web Designer at SoftGong, the pioneering Chinese francophone adoptee community in Canada.
Books I am currently reading:
About Face: The Essentials of Interaction Design by Alan Cooper , Robert Reimann , David Cronin , Christopher Noessel
Articulating Design Decisions by Tom Greever
User Experience Design by Allenwood, Gavin
