Simmy V.
About Simmy V.
Simmy V. is a UX Research Assistant at Blink in Seattle, with a diverse background in UX research, web development, and various roles in education and management.
Title and Current Role
Simmy V. holds the position of UX Research Assistant at Blink. They have been working in this role since 2021. Blink operates in Seattle, Washington, United States, where Simmy contributes to user experience research.
Prior Professional Experience
Before joining Blink, Simmy V. worked as a UX Research Student at Springboard from 2019 to 2020. They also freelanced as a UX Researcher from 2019 to 2021. Before venturing into UX research, Simmy worked in various roles, including a Full Stack Web Developer Student at General Assembly in 2018 and a Relationship Manager at Bank of America from 2017 to 2018 in Bellevue, Washington.
Education and Expertise in UX
Simmy V. completed a UX Design and Research program at Springboard in 2019. This 11-month program provided them with a solid foundation in UX principles and research methodologies. They also undertook a Web Development Immersive course at General Assembly in 2018, further enhancing their technical skills.
Early Career and Varied Roles
Simmy V.'s early career was marked by diverse roles across different sectors. They worked as an Immigration Paralegal at World One Law Group from 2015 to 2016 and as an Administrative Assistant II at the City of Seattle's Department of Construction and Inspections in 2015. Additionally, they served as a Board Member of the Seattle Women Commission from 2012 to 2013 and worked as an English Teacher at Doon International Public School in India in 2012.
Academic Background
Simmy V. obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from the University of Washington, completing their studies from 2008 to 2012. They also pursued an Inclusive Technical Writing Certificate at Bellevue College between 2016 and 2017. These academic credentials underpin their varied professional expertise.