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Claire Peckham

She/They


About Me

#ActuallyAutistic#InclusiveDesign#AutisticWoman

I’m a Seattle-based UX/UI Designer with a passion for inclusivity, especially for neurodivergent people. As a late-diagnosed autistic person, I know first-hand what it feels like to live in a world that wasn’t designed for you, and what a huge difference inclusive design can make. That's why I approach UX Design research first because it’s crucial to me that design choices are based on the lived experience of users, rather than my own assumptions. When I’m not designing, I make art, write books, and visit my favorite local animal shelter.

Ideal Workplace Values

Supportive, clearly organized, responsible, and a good sense of humor.


Location

Seattle, Washington, US

Open to Relocation

Open To

Full Time JobFull Time InternshipPart Time JobFreelance/Contract WorkPart Time Internship

Work Settings

HybridRemote

Career Interests

Design

Skills & Strengths

Neuroexceptional Talents

I have above average executive functioning (i.e. I'm really good at getting stuff done!). I'm highly organized, efficient, and I love to make systems. I care deeply about the work that I do, and the people I work with. I also have a strong background in English literature and visual arts, so my writing and visual design skills are unique and sophisticated.


Creative ThinkerDetail-oriented ThinkerMethodical Task ExecutorWordsmith

Skills

Languages

English

Workplace Preferences

Daily Essentials

Flexible schedule

Preferences

Closed CaptioningTask ManagementPresentation HelpCommunication PlanConcise instructions

Sensory Sensitivities

Driving a vehicleInteraction with the publicBright, blinking, or fluorescent lightsLoud noisesOutdoors or places with strong smells

Experience

Worked from May 2022 to Sep 2022
UX Design Intern - Jobs for Humanity

Worked with one of Frist's partner organizations: Jobs for Humanity. JFH is a nonprofit that aims to give minority groups more equal access to employment through specialized training, and connecting them to inclusive employers * Designed templates for blogs, social media posts, business cards, infographics, business cards and Zoom backgrounds * Designed and edited twenty-three blog posts, and fifty-one social media posts * Wireframed three new pages of JFH website, in collaboration with the founder and lead product designer

Application DevelopmentFront End (Software Engineering)Architectural DesignJournalsOAuthSalesmanship
Worked from May 2022 to May 2022
Teacher AND Administrator - Oxford Royale Academy

Taught Photography & Sketching & ran front desk, acted as “go to” point for students & teachers; used multiple resources to attend to each inquiry (email, phone, company materials). – Organized class fieldtrips: negotiated material needs to ensure a positive learning environment.

Worked from May 2022 to May 2022
Web AND Graphic Designer - Oxford Feminist E-Press

Redesigned OxFEP website: clarified website structure, & streamlined visual language, making their website more appealing & accessible to a modern feminist audience. – Provided technical support: fixed issues with web platform, uploaded new content. – Designed program for Patriarchal Inscriptions, a feminist symposium at King’s College, London.

Application DevelopmentArchitectural Design
Worked from May 2022 to May 2022
Student Records Officer - University of Oxford

Assisted with collections on campus: ensured every student received the correct documents. Responsible for ensuring students with learning difficulties had access to appropriate resources. – Archived documents in college’s electronic & physical databases; managed office inbox.

Customer SupportOrganizational Communicationsfile management
Worked from Oct 2020 to Sep 2021
Production assistant - GRACE GOW Jewelry

– Responsible for GG’s social media accounts: designed and implemented multiple marketing campaigns. – Designed new website user flows for new products, including the WOW Kits, wedding partnership program, Ready to Wear collection, the Erosion Collection, and WOW Workshop calendar. – Created digital and physical processing system for new ring orders. – Responsible for product photography.

Application DevelopmentCustomer SupportProduct DemonstrationArchitectural DesignUsability
Worked from Sep 2018 to Sep 2020
Office & Publications Assistant - Caruso St John Architects

– Created new digital filing structure for image archive; executed & maintained restructuring. – Oversaw website development: worked with designer & press team to ensure continued progression. Formatted & uploaded material for over 30 projects. – Curated brochures for client meetings; worked with partners to tailor contents to each client. – Oversaw El Croquis publication: prepared materials for submission, copy-edited texts. – Created new text database, streamlining the writing process for future submissions. – Designed social media identity: capitalizing on archival material to create a sustainable model.

Microsoft Office 365Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Attending since 2021
Seattle Creative Academy

Associate's degree in graphic design

Attended from 2019 to 2023
Seattle Creative Academy

Associate's degree in graphic design

Attended from 2017 to 2018
University of Oxford

Master's degree in Fine Art

Attended from 2016 to 2017
Seattle Creative Academy

Master's degree in graphic design

Attended from 2014 to 2018
University of Oxford

Master's degree in Fine Art

Attended from 2011 to 2015
University Of Washington

Bachelor's degree in English

Attended from 2011 to 2015
University Of Washington

Bachelor's degree in American/English Literature

Attended from 2011 to 2015
University Of Washington

Bachelor's degree

Attended from 2011 to 2015
University Of Washington

Bachelor's degree in Photomedia