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Hi, I’m Jingyao — a Product Designer with a unique foundation in education, interaction design, and human-centered thinking.

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What sets me apart is my ability to translate deep empathy into purposeful design. My journey began in the classroom as an educator, where I honed the skill of simplifying complex ideas and understanding how people learn and engage. My experience studying Montessori philosophy has further shaped my design lens: I believe the best products encourage exploration, autonomy, and seamless interaction.

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Driven by curiosity and a passion for problem-solving, I transitioned into the world of interaction design, where I now specialize in crafting intuitive, accessible, and emotionally resonant digital experiences. I combine my educational background with design principles to bridge the gap between functionality and human connection.

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Having navigated diverse life experiences, I bring real-world insight, emotional intelligence, and strong communication to every design challenge. Whether I’m mapping user journeys or prototyping product flows, my goal remains the same: to create experiences that truly serve, support, and inspire the people who use them.

Education

Master of Art in Interaction Design & Interactive Art

California State University EastBay, Hayward, US 
08/2021 - 05/2024 

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Master of Art in English Language Studies 

Swansea University, Swansea, UK 

08/2011 - 03/2013

 

Bachelor of Art in English Education 

Changchun Normal University, Changchun, China 

09/2005 - 06/2010 ​​​​​​​

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Certification

Google UX Design Certificate 

Storytelling for Designers 

Montessori Early Childhood Credential 

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Why work with me?

Strong Interaction Design

Expertly create interactive, high-fidelity prototypes and user flows, ensuring user-centered designs from concept to launch.

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Clear Communicator

Skilled at storytelling, presenting design ideas, aligning stakeholders, and clearly the rationale behind each design decision.

 

Rapid & Effective Iteration

Experienced in swiftly generating multiple design concepts under tight deadlines, driving efficiency, and delivering impactful results.

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Areas of Expertise

Interaction Design & Design Thinking

Qualitative & Quantitative User Research

SaaS, and Web Design Experience

Agile Development Collaboration​​​​

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Let's build engaging experiences together!

Let's connect!

I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities.

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