ALEXIS BUSTOS UX Researcher, Designer and Educator

Currently, working as a Design Educator at CROP (Creating Restorative Opportunities and Programs) in Oakland, CA. Instructing and building curriculum for the next generation of problem solvers, and human-centered designers.

Before my current role, I worked as a UX Designer & Researcher at product design agency Star. I’ve with Enterprise clients focused on digital transformations & Automotive HMIs while also collaborating with teams in San Francisco, Poland, Ukraine, China, Ireland, and Japan.

On occasion, I host Adobe Live, a Behance & Adobe streaming and learning platform for creatives.

Previously, I worked at Mira.Ai as a UX Researcher, where I designed and conducted mixed methods (survey, interview, journey mapping) foundational research to understand how users utilize and purchase cosmetic products by brand and other beauty standards.

I am available for volunteer and speaking engagements.

Updated Resume 2022

Speaking & Press

Meet the nonprofit… Figma Shortcut Blog

Advocate for Inclusivity in Design & Tech Podcast Guest “Filipina on the Rise”

Redesigning the World For Everyone Communication Arts Magazine Interview

“Practical Guide for Keeping Your Soul Intact” Chapman University Guest Lecturer

SAIC MG HMI Project UX Design Awards Nominee

Latinxs Who Design

Designing an Interactive Card Game - Adobe Live Session