Yifei Chen

Experience

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  Ball State University

  May 2018 - May 2019

  Research Study Assistant

  Worked on nanomaterial and physical chemistry related research.

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  Carnegie Mellon University

  May 2022 - May 2023

  Research Assistant

  Designed and implemented web tools for AI4K12 initiative, aiding teachers in K-12 AI education. The Temporal Difference Learning Web Demo is currently used in K-12 AI education curriculum in Georgia.

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  David Wolinsky

  Jan 2023 - May 2023

  User Experience Designer (Capstone)

  Redesigned the information architecture and visual language of Don’t Die, an internet archive of interviews on online culture, for enhanced accessibility and usability.Conducted secondary and primary user research including digital ethnography and contextual inquiry.Served as the communication liaison between the project team, the research participants, and the client, ensuring project goals and client expectations are met.https://www.yifeichen1121.com/dontdie

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  Shepherd Money

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  UX Design Intern

  Established a cohesive design system for Shepherd Money's mobile app, in line with iOS standards. Led the design of critical features including Onboarding, Budget, and Investment, which enhanced usability and elevated the overall user experience.Crafted an appealing and informative product landing page that drives engagement and user acquisition.https://www.yifeichen1121.com/shepherd

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  Aware.ai

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  UX Design Intern

  Designed the Resource Hub feature of the mobile app to enable easy access to resources such as supplies and professional support for pregnant women.Created persuasive product explainer videos, driving stakeholder and investor engagement.

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  Savannah College of Art and Design

  Feb 2024 - now

  Student Media Web Developer

  Design, develop, and maintain websites for SCAD student media, including SCAD District, SCAD Scan, The Manor, and more.

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  Deloitte

  Mar 2024 - May 2024

  Project Manager, UX Design Lead (SCADpro)

  Led the SCADpro x Deloitte collaboration project to develop a strategy to protect against healthcare fraud within a major government program.

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  SCAD FLUX

  Mar 2024 - now

  Visual Design Lead

  Lead the design of social media content, visual materials and identity for SCAD FLUX student club.

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  Chello

  Jun 2024 - Jul 2024

  UX/UI Design Intern

  Designing an internal desktop tool for bank operations and customer management for Chello and working with engineers to deliver designs to production.