I'm Ally

I'm Ally

I'm Ally

I'm a UX Designer specializing in user research, using it to uncover real needs and guide design decisions. I believe that good design solves the right problem, turning gaps into opportunities for connection and enrichment

My design approach starts with curiosity. Questioning assumptions, talking to users, and exploring solutions are what keeps me creative

Currently, I'm a User Experience & Discovery Intern at the Harvard University Library. I graduated with a Master of Information with a focus in UX Design from the University of Michigan. Feel free to reach me at aggarcia@umich.edu

Experience

Professional

Harvard University / User Experience & Discovery Intern

Harvard University
UX & Discovery Intern

2026

United Wholesale Mortgage / IT Accessibility Analyst

United Wholesale Mortgage
IT Accessibility Analyst

2025

U of Michigan / Repository & Data Services Assistant

U of Michigan
Repository & Data Services Assistant

2024

Client + Academic

General Motors / UX Designer

General Motors
UX Designer

2026

Bivouac / UX Designer

Bivouac
UX Designer

2026

Asset Health / UX Research Consultant

Asset Health
UX Research Consultant

2024

What I do

UX Design

Design Systems

Interaction Design

AI Prototyping

Information Architecture

UX Research

Interviews

Surveys

Focus Groups

Usability Testing

Contextual Inquiry

Card Sorting

Tools I use

Figma

Dovetail

Stitch

Jira

Qualtrics

Beyond design

I enjoy trying new cafes, pottery, and watching movies. I like visiting new places and exploring cities which help me stay inspired

cafes:
la ventana / Detroit
roosroast coffee / Ann Arbor
cafe sous terre / Detroit

movies:
ford v. ferrari / 2019
whiplash / 2018
minari / 2021

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