Who, me?!

I lucked out and landed in the digital design space early on. Then I became interested how my design is functioning with data (click throughs, A/B testing, conversion rate, drop offs) I’m currently exploring that user flow, journey mapping, trying to work with teams on usability testing & understanding the research before designing. The goal is to make is so easy for the user, they don’t get stuck, have to think too hard, to use a product. In digital design. Desktop/mobile web, apps, kiosks, anything clickable. I’m enthusiastic to work, create, work with teams or spearhead projects solo, I can multitask easily and work efficiently. I think of the big picture often, but pay attention to details at the same time.

Specialties include:

• Art direction
• Front end web design
• UX design
• Branding
• Conceptual design

…and above all, having fun!

Currently volunteering for AIGA and STA here in Chicago. Currently trying to make as many art conferences as I can. Last one was the HOW conference here in Chicago. Was one of the original founders of a typographic art group started at the Illinois Institute of Art when I was there. We had lots of openings, exhibits in various spaces around the city. I’m a type nerd. Created a typeface called Windy City (not published). I bounce ideas and crazy ‘what ifs’ with my family—all artists—whenever I can.

I can bring imagination, spirit, and hard work to any challenge, and thrive in creating something the client will love. Going to work is not going to work if I love what I do. Cheesy, I know. My father, kunio hagio, taught me early on that you can be creative, love what you do, and make a living at it. I saw the ups and downs, the hustle and the downtime. How it was all about the client and how to make the client and yourself happy with what you produce.