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what
i
do
I'm energized by projects where I can dig into complex problems, collaborate with smart people, and ship things that genuinely improve someone's day.
(01)
Product Design
Designing digital products from the first idea to the final interface.
UX / UI Design
project strategy
prototyping
Interaction Design
design systems
(02)
game design
Creating player-first experiences through intuitive systems, meaningful interactions, and thoughtful design that makes games as enjoyable to navigate as they are to play.
GAME UI/UX
PLAYER EXPERIENCE
INTERACTION DESIGN
GAMEPLAY SYSTEMS
PLAYTESTING & ITERATION
(03)
USER RESEARCH
Understanding people, their behaviors, and their needs to make more informed and human-centered design decisions.
USER INTERVIEWS
USABILITY TESTING
COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS
RESEARCH SYNTHESIS
USER INSIGHTS
(04)
INTERACTION DESIGN
Designing intuitive interactions that make digital experiences feel natural, responsive, and easy to navigate.
USER FLOWS
INTERACTION PATTERNS
MICROINTERACTIONS
VISUAL FEEDBACK
ACCESSIBILITY
How i
work
Discover
First, I get familiar with the problem, the people, and the bigger picture.
Define
I translate what I learn into a clear direction, structure, and set of priorities.
Design
Then I explore, iterate, and refine until the right solution starts to take shape.
Deliver
Finally, I bring everything together into a polished, flexible system ready to ship.
core
capabilities
Strategy
Product Strategy
Design Strategy
Research
User Flows
Information Architecture
design
UX Design
Interaction Design
UI Design
Game Design
Prototyping
Software
Figma
Unreal
Unity
Photoshop
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
Blender
Jira
After Effects
User Research
Usability Testing
Research Synthesis
User Interviews
Competitive Analysis
FAQ
Question
User
What kind of design work does Roger do?
1
I work across UX research, product design, and game design, creating intuitive digital experiences that put users and players first. My work ranges from websites and applications to interactive game systems.
Question
User
Does Roger focus more on UX or game design?
1
Both! My background in psychology and current master's studies in UX research and design shape how I approach games. I'm especially interested in how player behavior, interaction design, and thoughtful systems can create meaningful experiences.
Question
User
What does the Product Design process look like?
1
Four pillars: User Research to understand the real problem, Interaction Design to shape intuitive experiences, Prototyping to test and refine ideas, and Visual Design to bring everything together into a cohesive, engaging experience.
Question
User
What am I currently working on?
1
I'm pursuing my Master's in Information at the University of Michigan while working as a UX Research Intern at Merit Network. Outside of that, I'm exploring game design through projects focused on player experience, interaction, and storytelling.