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About Me

Hi there! I'm Jay, a UX architect and designer based in Las Vegas, Nevada.

I'm passionate about creating digital experiences that make complex problems easier to understand and solve.

My background spans visual design, user experience, product strategy, and UX architecture. I enjoy connecting business goals with user needs and working collaboratively with teams to build thoughtful, practical solutions.

I believe good design goes beyond how something looks. It's about understanding people, asking the right questions, and creating experiences that genuinely improve how they work and interact with technology.

Nielsen Norman Group UX Certified Certified Scrum Product Owner, Scrum Alliance
Jay de Jesus working at a desk with multiple computer monitors

SKILLS

My Expertise

UX Architecture & Experience Design

I design intuitive digital experiences by understanding user needs, defining clear information structures, and simplifying complex workflows. My approach combines research, interaction design, and usability principles to create solutions that are both practical and scalable.

Product Strategy & Development

I connect business objectives with user needs to help shape product direction. From early discovery through implementation, I work with stakeholders and development teams to translate complex requirements into thoughtful, achievable solutions.

Design Leadership & Collaboration

I collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a shared vision and maintain consistency throughout the design process. I believe clear communication, constructive feedback, and strong collaboration are essential to creating successful products.

Visual Design & Branding

My background in visual design provides a strong foundation in typography, composition, branding, and visual communication. I apply these principles to create cohesive digital experiences that balance aesthetics with functionality.

MY APPROACH

How I Work

Discovery & Architecture

I begin by understanding the problem, identifying user needs, and exploring how different parts of an experience connect.

Through stakeholder discussions, user flows, information architecture, and early concepts, I establish a clear foundation before moving into detailed design.

Prototyping & Validation

I use prototypes to explore interactions, communicate ideas, and evaluate design decisions before development.

Depending on the project's needs, I create anything from simple wireframes to detailed interactive prototypes, refining the experience through feedback and testing whenever possible.

Design Systems & Documentation

I focus on creating consistent, scalable experiences through reusable patterns, clear design principles, and structured documentation.

My goal is to help teams make informed decisions while maintaining consistency across products and applications.

Collaboration & Delivery

I work closely with product owners, stakeholders, and development teams to translate business requirements into practical solutions.

Clear communication, shared understanding, and continuous collaboration help ensure the intended experience carries through from concept to implementation.

Let's get in touch

Have a project in mind? Let's build something great together!

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