Alex Aquino
UX/UI designer · Epsilon
San Diego, CA
In My Own Words
Hello! My name is Alex Aquino and I’m a student at California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo. I’m studying Graphic Communication – concentrating in User Experience and User Interface design, seeking challenging employment and research opportunities. Some of my career interests include product design, design systems, and interface design. I have experience with HTML5, CSS3, and Python, and I am looking to expand my proficiency with prototyping and app development. In my free time, I enjoy surfing, mountain biking, drawing, and working on cars and other hands-on projects.
Work Experience
Marketing Intern
Epsilon2023 – 2023
- Learned key elements of Epsilon’s business strategy and marketing approach - Analyzed user flows of client-facing portals for improved user experience and interface design - Created documentation for suggested changes and reported findings to Production Management team - Designed wireframes and responsive prototypes in Figma to model proposed changes - Collaborated with intern group on an internal fundraiser, created visual assets for email flyer
Research Assistant
Cal Poly Sexual and Reproductive Health Lab2023 – 2023
" Designed graphics and visual assets using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
for an online sexual health course created as a senior project " Managed individual design assignments and deadlines
" Worked collaboratively with diverse research team to improve designs
based on constructive critiques " Followed branding guidelines specified by research team to ensure
graphics were consistent with site design
Eagle Scout
Boy Scouts of America2011 – 2019
Held multiple leadership positions and completed Eagle Scout project
Youth Ministry Leader
San Diego Mission De Alcala2018 – 2019
Coordinated weekly meetings for young adults being confirmed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Communication
California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo2020 – 2024
Involved with Mustang Surf Club, UX Fest SLO. Cal Poly Presidents List: 2022-2023 Academic Year
