Alicia Schepis
About Alicia Schepis
Alicia Schepis is a Senior UX Designer with extensive experience in product design, particularly in the EdTech and entertainment sectors. She has held various roles at notable companies, including BEGiN, American Greetings, and Raven Software, and specializes in creating user-centered designs and educational products.
Current Role at Raven Software
Alicia Schepis serves as a Senior UX Designer at Raven Software, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on user experience design, contributing to the development of engaging and intuitive interfaces. Her responsibilities include conducting user research and applying design thinking principles to enhance product usability.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Alicia has a diverse background in product design, having worked at BEGiN in various roles, including Product Design Manager and Senior Product Designer. Her tenure at BEGiN spanned from 2020 to 2022, where she facilitated workshops and led teams in user-centered design initiatives. Prior to that, she held positions at American Greetings and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online, where she contributed to digital innovation and design projects.
Educational Background
Alicia Schepis holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from California State University-Northridge, which she completed from 2003 to 2007. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) from Full Sail University in 2012. Additionally, she attended Glendale Community College from 2009 to 2011, enhancing her skills in creative media.
Skills and Expertise in UX Design
Alicia possesses extensive skills in UX design, utilizing tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Proto.io, Figma, and Invision. She specializes in designing multiplatform products, including web and TV applications, and has expertise in motion graphics and animation. Her work often emphasizes the intersection of gaming and learning, aiming to create engaging educational experiences.
Experience in EdTech and Entertainment Industries
Alicia has significant experience in both corporate and startup environments, particularly within the EdTech, entertainment, and gaming industries. Her roles have included positions at Seedling USA, Inc. and IMAX, where she focused on interactive design and user experience. This diverse background informs her approach to creating innovative products and experiences.