Howell Ne Smith, UX C
About Howell Ne Smith, UX C
Howell Ne Smith is the Director of User Experience at Macquarium in Atlanta, Georgia, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in business process analysis and a strong interest in cutting-edge design, he engages in various UX processes including defining personas and building prototypes.
Current Role at Macquarium
Howell Ne Smith serves as the Director of User Experience at Macquarium, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he has contributed to the company for three years. In this role, he focuses on user experience strategies and design processes, leveraging his extensive background in UX design.
Previous Experience in User Experience
Prior to his current role, Howell Ne Smith worked at Macquarium in various capacities. He was a UX Designer from 2017 to 2019 and later advanced to Senior UX Designer & Analyst from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Macquarium has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of user-centered design practices.
Educational Background
Howell Ne Smith studied at Georgia Southern University, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a major in Management and a minor in Information Systems from 2010 to 2012. He also attended the College of Coastal Georgia for Pre-Business Studies from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, he participated in a Foreign Exchange Program at Wilfrid Laurier University in 2011.
Professional Skills and Expertise
Howell Ne Smith engages in various aspects of user experience design, including defining personas, writing use cases and user stories, and building wireframes and prototypes. His background in business process analysis and continuous improvement enhances his UX expertise, allowing him to create effective user-centered solutions.
Portfolio and Work Samples
Howell Ne Smith maintains a portfolio site at www.hubcap.design, where he offers work samples showcasing his skills and projects in user experience design. This platform allows potential clients and employers to review his work and understand his design approach.