Who, me?!

Currently an Art Supervisor at Klick Health since Jan ’21. Rooted in foundational skills such as typography, design systems, clean layouts, time management, team building, and focus on client deliverables and presentations. I landed in the digital space early on, and have lots of experience with responsive websites and coding knowledge. I’m certified in UX design with projects in Case Studies, Usability Testing, note-taking for pain points, journey mapping, flow diagrams, wireframing and lo-fi prototyping. Equipped in managing projects with scope, process, timelines, client presentations, and job executions. Experience in mentoring/managing a team of art directors and designers. I have 4 launches under my belt and do well in high-traffic, high-volume projects. 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.