Hi!
I'm Ariel Zhong
I’m a UX/UI designer based in New York with a strong passion for color, art, and design. I create user-centered digital experiences that blend visual creativity with functional clarity to solve real user problems.
My Resume
My Career
I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology with a background in Advertising and Marketing, where I learned how to gather and analyze audience data.
When I discovered UX/UI design, I was excited to see how those research skills directly applied to understanding user needs—making the transition feel natural. After graduation, I worked for over three years in the jewelry industry as a production assistant.
During that time, I gained hands-on experience with CAD design, product photography, Adobe Photoshop, and cross-functional communication with factories to meet customer expectations.
Why I want to be UX/UI designer?
After three years at the same company, I realized I needed a new challenge. Seeking growth beyond my current role, I explored design programs and discovered UX/UI design—a field that blends creativity with problem-solving and applies across all industries.
With my marketing background, I decided to pursue formal training and enrolled in a UX/UI design program to push myself in a new and exciting direction.
