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Todd

Product

Designer

My Skills

Wireframe · UI Prototyping · Visual Design ·

Wireframe · UI Prototyping · Visual Design ·

Wireframe · UI Prototyping · Visual Design ·

UX Research · Usability Testing · Interaction Design ·

UX Research · Usability Testing · Interaction Design ·

UX Research · Usability Testing · Interaction Design ·

Todd
Wingard

Currently a UX Strategist @ Vanguard

Creative Process.
As I refine my design process, I integrate both design thinking and user-centered design to keep the user central at every stage, from discovery to delivery. This approach encourages ideation, supports problem-solving, and incorporates input from key stakeholders across the organization. By engaging stakeholders early and often, I ensure that the design vision aligns with business objectives and balances user needs, technical constraints, and strategic goals.
1
Empathize & Understand

Grounding each project in empathy, I conduct comprehensive research to understand user needs, pain points, and goals. By leveraging insights from interviews, surveys, and observational studies, I build a well-rounded, human-centered foundation for design.

2
Define & Prioritize

Translating research findings into actionable insights, I define problem statements that pinpoint core user needs. This stage focuses on prioritizing high-impact areas where design can add the most value, aligning both user and business objectives.

3
Ideate & Conceptualize

Using design thinking techniques, I facilitate brainstorming sessions to generate diverse solutions, encouraging creative exploration. My process includes mapping user journeys and considering multiple design directions before honing in on the most viable options.

4
Prototype & Iterate

Creating low to high-fidelity prototypes allows me to visualize and test solutions early. Through iterative cycles, I gather user feedback to continuously refine designs, ensuring each iteration meets the evolving needs of the user and the project goals.

5
Test & Validate

Rigorous usability testing provides essential feedback, enabling me to make data-informed decisions that enhance usability and accessibility. I view testing as an ongoing process that validates the design’s effectiveness and reveals opportunities for further improvement..

6
Implement & Evolve

Partnering closely with cross-functional teams, I guide the design from development to launch, ensuring alignment and high-quality execution. Post-launch, I analyze metrics and user feedback, treating each project as a living entity that evolves to meet users’ dynamic needs.