Hello, My name is Laura Weisz.

Resume

Education

Master of Science in Human-Centered Design and Engineering, University of Michigan | Dearborn, MI | 2026

Associate of Applied Science in Web Design and Development, Washtenaw Community College | Ann Arbor, MI | 2023

Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience, University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | 2018

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Experience

Applied Behavioral Therapist, Bluestone Children’s Center | Livonia, MI | 8/2024 – present

• Conducted detailed behavioral observations and data tracking to identify client challenges and patterns, informing individualized intervention strategies and measurable outcomes

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams and families to design, test, and modify behavior support plans, ensuring solutions were client-centered, goal-oriented, and outcome-driven

• Translated complex behavioral data into clear, actionable insights and visual reports to guide decision-making and improve overall client engagement and satisfaction

Freelance Web Designer, Five Volcanoes Coffee Farms | Remote | 1/2024 – 4/2024

• Constructed a brand guide for a start-up company

• Created user-friendly and visually appealing interfaces (UIs) that prioritize user experience (UX)

• Utilized design software like Figma, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to craft high-quality mockups and layouts

• Ensure accuracy in inventory management and other merchandising tasks

• Collaborate with management to develop selling strategies

• Responsible for the development and implementation of visual merchandise/presentation standards, policies, and procedures of e-commerce site

UX Designer (4 month contract), Salutations Media Company | Remote | 5/2023 – 9/2023

• Streamlined navigation on the company site, reducing bounce rates by 15% and increasing time spent per visit by 1 minute

• Championed accessibility guidelines throughout all stages of the design process to accommodate users with disabilities and promote inclusivity within products

• Cultivated strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication of expectations and deliverables throughout the project lifecycle

Marketing Team Member – summer internship, Backyard Brains | Ann Arbor, MI | 6/2023 – 8/2023

• Conducted 10 interviews in order to learn more about customer behavior and pain points

• Analyzed site traffic and social media data with Google Ads/Analytics and proposed new social media strategies that increased organic traffic by 9%

• Analyzed purchasing data to determine revenue trends resulting in building marketing campaigns around best-selling products

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Research Assistant, Michigan Medicine | Ann Arbor, MI | 3/2016 – 10/2019

• Analyzed data from experiments to determine next steps

• Record keeping on experiments data, chemical levels, and equipment needs

• Wrote weekly reports to update the team leader on progress

• Created and analyzed microscopy images of brain tissue samples to compare different chemical and hormonal treatments in epilepsy

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Skills

• ​User Experience Design

• User Experience Research

• Information Architecture

• Prototyping

• Information Visualization

• Visual Design

• Wireframing

• Qualitative Data Analysis

• Quantitative Data Analysis

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Tools

• ​Figma

• Adobe Illustrator

• FigJam

• Miro

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Publications

Co-author: Gerui, Xu, Mahwish Zaman, Cory Vogel, Yvonne Chen, Laura Weisz, and Shan Bao. (2025). Evaluating Multimodal Interfaces for Visually Impaired Users in Autonomous Ridesharing: A Usability Study. Sage Journals, https://doi.org/10.1177/10711813251357895