Heather Brown
About Heather Brown
Heather Brown is a User Experience Manager with extensive experience in design, having worked at various companies including U.S. Bank, Digital River, and Patterson Companies, Inc. She has a background in visual communications and graphic design, with a career spanning over two decades in the field.
Work at Patterson Companies
Heather Brown has been serving as the User Experience Manager at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experience across various digital platforms. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop user-centered designs that meet the needs of customers and stakeholders.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Before her current position, Heather held several roles in user experience design. She worked as a Senior User Experience Designer at The Sportsman's Guide from 2017 to 2018 and at Digital River from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she was a User Experience Visual Designer at U.S. Bank for 10 months in 2013. These roles contributed to her expertise in creating effective user interfaces and improving overall user satisfaction.
Freelance Design Work
Heather has extensive freelance experience in web design. She worked with Scout Media Network in 2009, Frwd from 2010 to 2011, and Carlson for four months in 2010. This freelance work allowed her to develop a diverse portfolio and gain insights into various design projects across different industries.
Educational Background in Design
Heather studied Visual Communications and Graphic Design at Brown College - Brooklyn Center from 1996 to 1998. She also attended Normandale Community College, where she studied Real Estate. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in design principles and communication strategies.
Career Timeline and Roles
Heather Brown has held various positions throughout her career, starting as a Web Designer at Best Buy from 2006 to 2009. She progressed to User Interface and User Experience Designer at Best Buy from 2011 to 2013. Other notable roles include Communications Coordinator at the University of Minnesota and Owner at Ma Webcenters. Her diverse career path has equipped her with a wide range of skills in design and user experience.