Hi, I'm Mandy! I explore emerging technologies to craft better user experiences. Born in Seoul, educated in LA, and having worked in NYC and Seattle, my diverse background gives me an interdisciplinary perspective on design and problem-solving.
With over 2 years of experience at Samsung, IBM, and PUBG, I’ve designed B2C and enterprise products across iOS, Android, and web platforms in diverse industries, including consumer electronics, cloud AI, gaming, and entertainment.
I graduated from the University of Southern California (USC) in 2022 with a Product Design (BA) degree. I studied design and the many facets of it including psychology, sustainability, or even aromatherapy.
Since 2020, I've been sharing my design insights through blogging, a practice that rooted in my long-standing habit of seeking inspiration. I cover a range of topics—from analyzing new platforms to highlighting examples of excellent UX in everyday life. Whether for major concepts or smaller observations, journaling keeps my mind actively engaged in distinguishing good and bad design.
Mobile app that matches elders with caregivers to guide their hospital visits. Research showings on caregivers due to lack of attention for elders
Based on my own experience working for companies in Korea, there's a lack of support for women going through menstrual struggles.
Despite WhatsApp’s promise to ensure privacy, the app lacks front-end solutions that prove confidentiality. Case study proposes locked chats.
Aside from designing on a digital space, I also find joy in oil painting. Because I'm drawn to soft and wet textures, I am inspired by organic objects around me that include oysters, flesh, and pomegranates. I truly enjoy the process of giving life to my paintings through patience and color theory. Check my full collection! ε(´｡•᎑•`)っ
🛼 sports & activities ─ golfing, ice skating, running, pilates, what else shall I learn?
🍵 drinks of choice ─ matcha latte, cafe latte, strawberry latte, milk tea boba
🙅♀️ no! for me ─ spicy food, bugs, bad UX, gloomy weather, autocorrect fails
☄️ MBTI personality ─ ENFJ: empathetic + extroverted + organized planner
🎀 kdrama recs ─ crash landing on you, 2521, start up, reply 1988, moonlovers