Hi! I’m Oscar, UX Designer & multi-disciplinary creative.

My background as an Architect makes me an outstanding contributor in any Design team. In beautiful San Diego, CA 🌴

10+ years

Professional Designer Experience

4+ years

UX Designer Experience

15+ years

Design Software Experience

Hexagon Laser

Brand identity, website design, and Webflow implementation for a modern sign fabrication company.

First Gen Scholars

Redesigned a responsive website for a non-profit, focusing on persuading donors and engaging the community.

Masterclass

Created a research-based social feature, attempting to alleviate the solitude in most of today’s e-learning platforms.

Sidekick

AI Business assistant for designers who want to become entrepreneurs. Running a business is simplified so designers can focus on creating.

Case Study in Progress

About

I’m equal parts creative & technical, all in a personable package. The soft skills gained through my career make me a an excellent team player, equipped with great design intuition.

I’m skilled at building relationships with inter-disciplinary teams, as well as managing complex design software that enables all coordination.

Running a business taught me how to build teams, communicate objectives clearly, and achieve a great working dynamics - especially with clients.

Currently designing and building a custom hardwood Catan board, to be used in the family league!

Highly Proficient with:

    • Designlab UX Academy bootcamp (500+ hours)

    • UC Berkeley, Bachelor of Arts - Architecture

    • Self taught building websites on Wefblow, Shopify, and Squarespace

  • Wealth of transferable skills: Previous careers have given me a range of technical and soft skills that make me a great fit into any design team. I can learn complex software easily. I'm adaptable and diplomatic. I learned to lead through managing a business team. I'm skilled at discussing design with designers & non-designers alike, as well as managing client relationships.

  • It's the perfect speed & fit: In architecture, it takes five years to see a tower completed, which didn't give me a sense of ownership. However, the pace of UX design projects sparked something within: seeing designs evolve, products come together, and clients' delight motivates me to work harder, & fuels me to continue growing and learning.

  • Yes, I’ve given two public presentations lately:

    • Concrete to Code: Accessibility Lessons Learned in Construction vs. Tech - Ally San Diego, San Diego CA - May 2024

    • Fail Enough To Succeed: The Corral Business Lessons - Toastmasters 7, San Diego CA - Aug 2023

  • Lifelong learner: I attend several industry events per month. I'm also the event photographer and volunteer for SDXD, the largest UX group in San Diego County. Additionally, I formed SDUX while attending a UX bootcamp, which is a group that encourages career-switchers to meet in-person and help each other professionally.

  • Best evaluator award - Toastmasters: For providing excellent feedback for others to improve their presentations. This translates to being able to discuss design reasoning and composition in a constructive and agreeable way.


    Pitch competition finalist - Connect All Business Accelerator: I can form persuasive, effective presentations that encourage support and buy-in from peers. I honed these skills while creating marketing and sales strategies for my business.

Testimonials

“Oscar was great about addressing our needs and making our website a true visual representation of our mission. He brings thoroughness to any project. I was comfortable giving direction AND allowing him to take the lead on work.”

— Jonathan Burgos, Founder of First Gen Scholars in San Diego, CA

“Oscar is a perfect mix of creative and business-minded. He delivers on-time with excellent quality.”

— Kelly, founder of Access Trax in La Jolla, CA

“Oscar’s bold and modern designs made our website super attractive to our customers!”

— Martin, founder of Border X Brewing in San Diego, CA

“Oscar's design was impeccable! He surprised me with a unique design, it hit every mark with perfection.”

— Victor, founder of AZ Mesa Tires in Phoenix, AZ

“The design was flawless and elegant! I’d recommend your unique UX needs be done through Oscar.”

— Aida, founder of Hola Swim in San Diego, CA

Stories

Volunteering for SDXD

I actively contribute to and participate in meetings for the largest professional UX community in San Diego, CA

Operating a Business

I run a custom sign design & fabrication company, driven by my passion for product design

Organizing San Diego UX

I organize a social & professional community and newsletter for career switchers transitioning into UX