olivia van

Hello there, I'm Olivia! I'm a Vietnamese-American designer with a focus in UX. I have a passion for blending functionality and creativity to create experiences that feel both intuitive and emotionally engaging. Alongside UX, I also love exploring branding, illustration, storytelling, and interactive design.

A lot of my work is inspired by themes of identity and human connection, combining digital experiences with expressive visuals and experimentation. I enjoy exploring programming and interactive media as tools to bring ideas to life in more dynamic ways.

When I'm not glued to my electronics and designing, I'm out and about, indulging in nature or at the Oregon Zoo. If I'm not out, I'm baking in the comfort of my home.

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EXPERIENCE

  1. June 2025 β€” Present Lake Oswego, OR

    UX Design Intern

    Trimble

    Designed and usability-tested high-fidelity prototypes for accounting and project management workflows, partnering with designers, researchers, and developers to validate complex product experiences within the company's design system.

  2. November 2024 β€” Present Portland, OR

    Graphic Designer

    Dress For Success Oregon

    Designing social media graphics and standardizing brand identity across platforms to drive community engagement and establish a uniform visual voice for the nonprofit.

  3. June 2024 β€” August 2024 Portland, OR

    Design Intern

    Thesis

    Designed digital advertisements for HP and branded internal templates for EstΓ©e Lauder, while shadowing creative projects for clients including Nike, Spotify, and Adobe.