Amy Magazu
XD DIRECTOR
PHILOSOPHY –
Train your mind to see the good in everything. POSITIVITY is a choice.
PATENT OWNER –
United States Patent
US 10,937,038 B2
Navigation system for managing utilization of resources
A Bit About Me
Hey there! I've been in the design game for over 30 years, starting way back when I was just 13, helping out at my dad's photography studio. Since the, I've turned my love for creating photography, art, & design into a full-blown career. My work is all about making things both useful and beautiful, focusing on how people interact with what I create. I'm all about teamwork, working closely with my colleagues, partners, and technology to go above and beyond with every project. For me, each new project is a chance to flex my creative muscles and show off my skills, whether it's collaborating on strategies for big companies or leading the charge on large-scale programs. Let's make something awesome together!
My Leadership Style
My approach to leadership is built on a foundation of motivation, inspiration, and passion. I believe that by creating a culture of trust through transparency and valuing each other's differences and quirks, we can work together to overcome any obstacle. I encourage risk-taking and defending one's choices with courage, while always appreciating our team and the value they bring to our work. With a focus on watching, learning, and doing, we can continue to build a culture where everyone feels safe to challenge one another and move mountains every day.
Work Experience
Bank of America
09/2011 - Present
Nutrisystem
11/2008 – 09/2011
GSW
05/2008 – 11/2008
Vanguard
07/2004 – 05/2008
As the leader of a team of 12, I am tasked with managing digital strategy and experience design programs. With oversight of creative direction and XD research, I ensure that our team is delivering an exceptional experience for our clients. My responsibilities also include timeline and resource planning, as well as sprint planning to promote efficiency and productivity. I am proud to be able to train new hires and provide mentorship to help everyone reach their full potential.
As an experienced experience designer and leader, I have gained expertise in creating detailed flow diagrams and high-fidelity wireframes that accurately represent the user journey. I am committed to delivering high-quality projects that exceed clients' expectations, and I believe that my track record speaks for itself. Learn more about some of the key projects I have successfully delivered.
Transitioning into a role as a UX lead provided me with invaluable program and project coordination skills, which proved essential in my subsequent roles. Learning to coordinate extensive workloads across multiple streams and partners prepared me to effectively manage large -scale projects and deliverables.
As a skilled and experienced visual designer with a proven track record of designing exceptional user experiences that drive engagement and results. I have been responsible for designing and managing several important patterns within the Vanguard Retail digital web design system and have helped to design groundbreaking new features such as the Vanguard Financial Planning experience. My goal is to create designs that are not only visually appealing but also functional and intuitive, delivering a seamless user experience that meets the needs of the business and the user.