Shaunte Smith
About Shaunte Smith
Shaunte Smith is a UX Designer at Wizards of the Coast, where she has worked since 2019, contributing to the development of digital tools for Magic the Gathering. She holds a BS in Human Centered Design and Engineering from the University of Washington and has experience in various UX tasks and roles.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Shaunte Smith has been employed as a UX Designer at Wizards of the Coast since 2019, contributing to the development of digital peripherals for Magic the Gathering. In this role, she focuses on usability and user-centered design, ensuring that products meet the needs of users effectively. As a member of the Core Tabletop Team, she emphasizes the creation of functional digital tools that enhance the tabletop gaming experience. Her responsibilities encompass a wide range of UX tasks, including project defining, requirements gathering, UX research, design ideation, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and styling.
Education and Expertise
Shaunte Smith studied at the University of Washington, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Centered Design and Engineering. Her academic journey spanned from 2016 to 2018, during which she developed a strong foundation in user-centered design principles. Additionally, she continued her studies in Human Centered Design and Engineering at the same institution from 2016 to 2019, further enhancing her expertise in the field.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role at Wizards of the Coast, Shaunte Smith worked as a Videographer at the University of Washington from 2018 to 2020. In this position, she was responsible for creating video content that supported various university initiatives. Additionally, she served as the Women's Soccer Assistant Coach - Goalkeeper Coach at Highline College for five months in 2018. Earlier in her career, she worked as an EMT-B at TriMed from 2011 to 2013, gaining valuable experience in emergency medical services.
UX Design Skills
Shaunte Smith handles a comprehensive range of UX tasks in her professional role. Her skill set includes project defining, requirements gathering, UX research, design ideation, wireframing, prototyping, usability testing, and styling. This diverse expertise allows her to contribute effectively to the design and development of user-friendly digital products.