Michele Washington
About Michele Washington
Title and Role
Michele Washington holds the title of Design Researcher. As a design researcher, Michele integrates various design and research methodologies to gather insights and inform project development. This role involves extensive analysis, user interaction, and collaboration, ensuring that the design outcomes align with user needs and project goals.
Presidential COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force
Michele Washington contributed significantly to the Presidential COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force. In her role, she worked both as a design researcher and a facilitator, where she leveraged her expertise to ensure equitable healthcare outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michele's involvement included facilitating discussions and performing design research aimed at addressing health disparities.
Tools and Technologies Used
Throughout her projects, Michele Washington utilized a variety of tools and technologies. These include Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Dovetail, MURAL, Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Asana. Her proficiency with these tools supports her in creating, collaborating, and managing design workflows effectively.
Human-Centered Design Research
Michele Washington specializes in human-centered design research, emphasizing user needs and preferences. Her approach involves conducting remote one-on-one user interviews to gain in-depth insights. This method ensures that the design solutions she develops are user-centric and meet accessibility standards.
Agile and Scrum Practices
Michele employs the Scrum framework to manage her design projects, ensuring agile delivery of outcomes. This framework supports iterative development and collaboration, allowing her to adapt to changes and continuously improve the design process. Michele's agile methodology fosters efficient and responsive project management.
Collaborative and Accessible Design
In her design approach, Michele Washington prioritizes accessible-first design practices. She co-creates with collaborators to ensure that the design solutions are inclusive and meet the needs of diverse user groups. Michele's focus on accessibility is a critical aspect of her work, contributing to more equitable and user-friendly designs.