Hello, I’m Khoa [kwaa]
A Multi-disciplinary Designer with Experiences Leading Design Teams and Delivering User-centered Solutions
PRODUCT DESIGN
UI/UX DESIGN
LOGO & BRAND
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Sunny California ☀️
Lead Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
I’m an innovative problem solver fueled by a deep passion for design and technology, a love that ignited in my childhood fascination with visual art. My career journey has taken me from vibrant startups to esteemed Fortune 500 companies, where I’ve sharpened my creative skills and learned to navigate diverse business needs and team cultures.
When I’m not advocating for users, you can catch me rock climbing, nurturing my garden, exploring new destinations, or crafting unique pieces on the pottery wheel.
Skills
User Research (User Interviews, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Competitor Analysis)
Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability
Persona Creation, Journey Mapping, Information Architecture
User-Centric Design Approach
Wireframing, Prototyping
Design Thinking Methodology
Design System, Accessibility Design
Detailed-Oriented, Goal-Oriented
Visual Design (Typography, Color Theory), Responsive Design, Interaction Design
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Figma, FigJam, Adobe, Miro, Slack, Github, Jira
Client/Stakeholder Management
HTML/CSS
Project Management
Experiences
2017 - Current
Lead UX/UI Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
Clients: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Harvard University, Panoptica
2013 - 2016
UX/UI Designer and Graphic Department Lead at RKS Design
Clients: Sharp SmartTV, Samsung, Baby Barista, Flowater, Manrke
2013
Graphic Designer at CSUF College of the Arts
2011-2012
Graphic Design Intern at Canine Caviar Pet Foods
Hello, I’m Khoa [kwaa]
A Multi-disciplinary Designer with Experiences Leading Design Teams and Delivering User-centered Solutions
PRODUCT DESIGN
UI/UX DESIGN
LOGO & BRAND
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Sunny California ☀️
Lead Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
I’m an innovative problem solver fueled by a deep passion for design and technology, a love that ignited in my childhood fascination with visual art. My career journey has taken me from vibrant startups to esteemed Fortune 500 companies, where I’ve sharpened my creative skills and learned to navigate diverse business needs and team cultures.
When I’m not advocating for users, you can catch me rock climbing, nurturing my garden, exploring new destinations, or crafting unique pieces on the pottery wheel.
Skills
User Research (User Interviews, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Competitor Analysis)
Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability
Persona Creation, Journey Mapping, Information Architecture
User-Centric Design Approach
Wireframing, Prototyping
Design Thinking Methodology
Design System, Accessibility Design
Detailed-Oriented, Goal-Oriented
Visual Design (Typography, Color Theory), Responsive Design, Interaction Design
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Figma, FigJam, Adobe, Miro, Slack, Github, Jira
Client/Stakeholder Management
HTML/CSS
Project Management
Experiences
2017 - Current
Lead UX/UI Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
Clients: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Harvard University, Panoptica
2013 - 2016
UX/UI Designer and Graphic Department Lead at RKS Design
Clients: Sharp SmartTV, Samsung, Baby Barista, Flowater, Manrke
2013
Graphic Designer at CSUF College of the Arts
2011-2012
Graphic Design Intern at Canine Caviar Pet Foods
Hello, I’m Khoa [kwaa]
A Multi-disciplinary Designer with Experiences Leading Design Teams and Delivering User-centered Solutions
PRODUCT DESIGN
UI/UX DESIGN
LOGO & BRAND
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Sunny California ☀️
Lead Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
Cisco Commerce Workspace
Simplifying B2B Buying Experience
Baby Barista
Revolutionizing Baby Formula Preparation
Sharp TV
Minimalism Meets Functionality: Revolutionizing Smart TV for Sharp
Piatto Smart Tumbler
Innovating Temperature Control Tumbler
Manrkē
Redefining the CPA Firm Branding
RKS Design
Simplifying B2B Buying Experience
Cross Campus
Preserving Essence, Embracing Change
I’m an innovative problem solver fueled by a deep passion for design and technology, a love that ignited in my childhood fascination with visual art. My career journey has taken me from vibrant startups to esteemed Fortune 500 companies, where I’ve sharpened my creative skills and learned to navigate diverse business needs and team cultures.
When I’m not advocating for users, you can catch me rock climbing, nurturing my garden, exploring new destinations, or crafting unique pieces on the pottery wheel.
Skills
User Research (User Interviews, Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Competitor Analysis)
Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability
Persona Creation, Journey Mapping, Information Architecture
User-Centric Design Approach
Wireframing, Prototyping
Design Thinking Methodology
Design System, Accessibility Design
Detailed-Oriented, Goal-Oriented
Visual Design (Typography, Color Theory), Responsive Design, Interaction Design
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Figma, FigJam, Adobe, Miro, Slack, Github, Jira
Client/Stakeholder Management
HTML/CSS
Project Management
Experiences
2017 - Current
Lead UX/UI Designer and Project Manager at Intelligaia
Clients: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Harvard University, Panoptica
2013 - 2016
UX/UI Designer and Graphic Department Lead at RKS Design
Clients: Sharp SmartTV, Samsung, Baby Barista, Flowater, Manrke
2013
Graphic Designer at CSUF College of the Arts
2011-2012
Graphic Design Intern at Canine Caviar Pet Foods