Jessica Yuan

About Jessica Yuan

I’m an enthusiastic and driven product designer with a diverse background in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and graphic design. With several years of experience, I’ve honed my skills in both the corporate world and the startup ecosystem, where I’ve led design initiatives, launched products, and tackled a variety of challenges. My design philosophy is rooted in the belief that design is problem-solving at its core—finding the simplest and most logical solutions to meet both user and business needs. My background in HCI allows me to seamlessly navigate between detailed interactions and broader design strategies, while my graphic design expertise helps me translate complex concepts into visually engaging presentations. Whether collaborating with cross-functional teams or working independently, I’m passionate about creating meaningful, impactful experiences. Beyond design, I’m an avid learner with an insatiable curiosity. I’m constantly exploring new ideas and stories from fields like business, history, philosophy, and culture. I love traveling and exploring the world, immersing myself in different cultures, and drawing inspiration from my surroundings. When I’m not designing or learning, you’ll likely find me solving puzzles in an escape room or spending quality time with my cat, who never fails to keep life interesting. As a lifelong learner and proud cat mom, I believe in embracing every opportunity to grow, explore, and create. I’m always eager to connect with like-minded individuals who share my passion for design, curiosity, and discovery.

Experience

1. Sr Ux Ui Designer

   FINRA

   Aug 2019 — Present · Rockville, MD, US

   Led the UX design and took ownership of the design process from end to end.• Enhanced search, login and system status review experience on FINRA.org publicsite, reduced 36% call center expenses.• Delivered over 30 data-driven visualizations, information and interaction designsfor FINRA external users in auditing, investor education, and information reviewpurpose.• Increased user efficiency by 25% for internal case management apps by introducingthe modernized work flow, designing and validating new user interfaces.• Standardized and managed FINRA public site design system, including 40+responsive components and 508 compliance enhancement.• Reduced time spent on financial crime investigations by enhancing searchcapabilities, visualizing data connections, and improving collaboration betweeninvestigation departments.• Conducted user research, competitive analysis, and used Google Analytics toexplore design opportunities for design proposals.

Education

• The Maryland Institute College of Art

  Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

• University of Maryland College Park

  Master of Science - MS

• Tsinghua University

  Fine/Studio Arts, General