Grace Chuang
About Grace Chuang
Grace Chuang is an Interaction Designer based in Munich, Germany, specializing in user experience optimization through iterative design and usability testing. She has a diverse background in product management and merchandising, with experience at various companies including Ralph Lauren and kate spade new york.
Work at Digital Product School
Grace Chuang has been serving as an Interaction Designer at Digital Product School by UnternehmerTUM since 2021. In this role, she focuses on optimizing user experience through iterative design solutions. Her responsibilities include designing user interfaces, conducting usability testing, and utilizing Agile Design methods to develop products from initial concepts to minimum viable products (MVP). She collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure that the design meets user needs and enhances overall usability.
Previous Experience in Product Management and Design
Prior to her current position, Grace Chuang held several roles in product management and design. She worked at Fantas Eyes Inc as an Assistant Product Manager/Designer for six months in 2016. Additionally, she served as a Product Merchandising Analyst for Ralph Lauren in the luxury footwear sector from 2016 to 2017. Her experience also includes a role as a Production Assistant at Anna Sui in 2015 and as a Sales Assistant at M5 Showroom for six months in the same year.
Educational Background
Grace Chuang studied at Penn State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She also completed a Minor in Labor Studies and Employment Relations. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding user behavior and workplace dynamics, which she applies in her design and research methodologies.
Expertise in User Experience and Research
Grace Chuang specializes in user experience design and research. She conducts in-depth interviews and utilizes UX research tools to gather insights that inform product development. Her expertise includes redefining problem statements based on user feedback and facilitating ideation sessions. She also works with Landeshauptstadt München to design accessibility-friendly web applications, demonstrating her commitment to inclusive design practices.
Role at Ralph Lauren and kate spade new york
During her career, Grace Chuang held significant positions at Ralph Lauren and kate spade new york. At Ralph Lauren, she worked in various capacities, including as a Product Merchandising Analyst and in Merchandising Operations for the Collection & Purple Label. At kate spade new york, she served as a Product Merchandising Analyst for Off Price from 2018 to 2019. These roles contributed to her understanding of product strategy and market analysis.