The Designer's Journey
Hi there - nice to meet you! I'm Brenna, a Brooklyn-based UX designer with roots in Michigan. Since childhood, I have been obsessed with art, design, and learning. I am thrilled to be working at the intersection of these passions, crafting thoughtful, human-centered experiences that connect and inspire.
Before transitioning into UX, I spent several years at a non-profit research institution, working to improve preschool assessment tools and systems that support young children's learning. I led focus groups, interviews, and field visits with educators, administrators, and families. These experiences taught me how essential it is to design with people, not just for them. Co-designer for life!
My time spent working in human-centered research sparked my transition into UX. I saw how intentional design, grounded in real-world feedback, could improve usability, scalability, and ultimately, outcomes for communities. I realized I wanted to be part of that change.
If you're building something with people at the center—I'd love to be part of it.
Have an opportunity? Let's connect!
What Drives Me
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What Drives Me *
I've always been drawn to creative problem-solving, especially when it comes to addressing complex societal challenges. UX design lets me combine that passion with my commitment to advocacy and equity.
With a foundation in public policy and academic research, I bring a systems-level understanding of inequality and the real-world impact of access to resources, technology, and opportunity. I believe that well-designed, inclusive products can shift those outcomes and create lasting change.
What I'm Looking For
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What I'm Looking For *
I'm excited to join a collaborative, mission-driven team—whether in-house or at an agency—where I can grow as a designer and contribute to projects that make a difference.
I'm especially interested in:
Designing for equity, accessibility, and social good
Learning new skills and refining my existing ones
Working across diverse projects that challenge me to think differently
Contributing to a culture of empathy, experimentation, and continuous improvement