I’m Markiea,
a Graphics/Multimedia Editor & Product Designer based in Washington, D.C. I’m fascinated by turning bright ideas into delightful and useful digital products, currently at The New York Times.
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3+ Years of Design Experience
Across app, web and mobile
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Design Mentorship
Giving back to new designers
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Over 40 features created
Contributing to elevating existed sites and building new ones
Case Studies
The Washington Post
Leading design for the reader and discovery experiences of a high quality, trusted global news publication.
Djour House
Redesigning the user experience and branding for an academic organization based in elementary and musical education, as well as higher education readiness.
Deets
Designing a news aggregation social media platform to create a modernized consumption experience.
Link
Designing a local guide to finding the right tattoo artist and streamlining the booking process.
I once couldn’t imagine calling myself a creative..
My story begins with a curiosity about the human mind and a desire to make a difference in people's lives. Armed with a degree in Sociology and Human Services, I delved into the complexities of mental and behavioral health, eager to understand the nuances of what motives people to think, feel and behave the way they do. My creative spirit couldn't be contained within the confines of traditional case management. I craved a way to translate my knowledge into tangible, user-centered experiences.
Enter the world of product design.
Like a kid in a candy store, I found myself captivated by the endless possibilities of creating meaningful interactions through design. I have always loved the opportunity to connect with people that I typically wouldn't cross paths with, and now I do that at a much larger scale by influencing many users at the same time through empathetic, human-centered design approaches that could reach thousands and change their lives for the better.
