Epic Interview

1. What's your experience in this field?

- 3 year's experience of product design projects where we went through the entire design process - UI/UX design and physical product design, graphic design - Two research projects that explored interaction between the environment and the user - One internship where I assisted in creating marketing materials - Experience with architecture, MEs, computer science

1. What makes a good leader?

- Act the way you want others to act, leadership by modeling, fairness - genuine concern for others - share communication both ways - involve people - Respect, open mind, make sure all are heard - Encouragement - Accountability, recognition, reward, coaching, coaching, performance improvement and development

1. Why should we hire you?

- I can bring a lot to the team and company - Creative energy, enthusiasm, quick learner, eager learner, motivated by challenges, positive attitude - I believe my skillset and knowledge is a good fit to this position - I have many ideas that I can bring to help grow the business and improve user experience - Quick learner and work well in a fast-paced environment - STEM and design

1. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

- More industry experiences, expanded experiences, good foundation, versatile - Become senior designer, work with a diverse cross disciplinary team - Manage and Mentor newer team members - Still learning, apply skills

1. What is your greatest Achievement?

- Research team

1. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

- Strengths: o Creative o Problem solver o Good team player o Hard worker - Weaknesses: o Perfectionist o People pleaser

1. What was the most difficult project you had to complete?

- exhibit project - working with others - combining our ideas - first large scale project - new techniques

1. What is the most interesting thing you ever did?

GM project

What do you know about EPAM?

Global company with large influence in developing products and software for many different clients. They are a highly creative environment with multi disciplinary teams with their US office located in Boston, MA. EPAM values its clients and does extensive user research to help understand their needs and provide insights.

1. Are you more of a big picture or details person?

I believe I would have to say I tend to lean toward being more of a details person. I am interested and need the big picture to guide how to apply the details of the situation. However, I enjoy the challenge of developing the strategy and steps of the details to complete the process to accomplish the overall goal(s).

1. Why did you choose industrial design?

I discovered that industrial merged two strong interest areas I have. Industrial design satisfies my passion for creativity and discovery. Since a young age I enjoyed imagining and constructing different forms, colors, textures, and materials. I wanted to incorporate new and exciting creative imaginative concepts into functional products such as toys, clothing, electronics, crafts, and everyday objects. I found great satisfaction choosing aa industrial design college study as it allowed me to expand my interest and imagination into a wider world of functional products and it also refined, taught, and focused my creative skills. Also, industrial design addresses my academic background and interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). I discovered and developed this interest in my magnet STEM high school choosing an engineering track for study. It was further developed and exposed in my undergraduate experience at the Georgia Institute of Technology. I found the field of industrial design attractive and exciting because it allowed for creative design of solution for form, function, usability, sustainability, and positive impact for people and industry. I wanted a field that I could express my individual self-expression, to explore possibilities. I also liked the flexibility and variety of industrial design in terms of job responsibilities, creative design, new and discovery development and collaboration with other fields.

1. What's your favorite class?

I really enjoy my Industrial Design studio class as I am able to use my creativity and technical skills through hands-on experiences. It allows me to explore many ideas and learn from other classmates within class critique. Having a studio class every semester helped me develop and apply new skills within the design process as I've grown as a designer. I enjoyed working with outsides sponsors and getting to talk with end users taking my design beyond the campus.

1. If I spoke with your references, what would they tell me about you?

I think they would recognize and emphasize my quest for challenge with a positive attitude and productive knowledge and skills. They might describe me as having strong traits in responsibility, discovery, and creativity. References have expressed that I display outstanding initiative, judgment, and wiliness to work beyond expectations. She demonstrated positive teamwork, problem solving, and grasp of concepts, essential factors to the success of the research.

Why are you interested in Dialexa?

I was very interested after reading the role description and Dialexa's focus on creativity, innovation, and collaboration. I am interested in using new technology and trends to make significant contributions to various clients. I am interested in the wide variety of clients that they serve from small startups to large companies. I enjoy Dialexa's combination of user research and prototyping.

Why are you interested in EPAM?

I was very interested after reading the role description and EPAM's focus on storytelling, innovation, and collaboration. I am interested in using the latest technology and trends to make significant contributions to various clients. I am interested in the wide variety of clients that they serve from consumer products to medical devices to social programs. The combination of physical prototyping and interactivity.

Why do you want this internship?

I would like to apply my skills and knowledge into a company that serves clients in various different fields. I would like to contribute to a creative environment providing exceptional services using all steps of the design process. I want to challenge and develop my skills with Dialexa's goals and operations, and help bring new products to reality.

Tell us a show you are watching and why

I'm actually rewatching Gilmore girls because it is a big comfort show to me. I love how it's just about all these different unique characters and it just follows their daily lives, so it feels like you're growing up with them. Also, it's nice to see female relationships at the forefront of a show where it shows the complexities of daughters, mothers, grandmothers, and best friends.

1. Tell us about your skills.

My technical skills include AutoCad, Rhino, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Microsoft office suite, HTML. I have had 4+ years of experience 2d/3d design software to create various projects from physical product design, UI/UX design, and graphics. Some personal skills of mine include creative problem solving, time management, troubleshooting, and being a team player. I enjoy looking at problems from all different perspectives and exploring several possible solutions. I am a positive hard working, goal oriented and have high standards for myself. I enjoy challenges, collaboration, and creative problem solving.

1. What would you bring to this job that you feel others may not?

My unique creativity and approach. I feel I also received distinct quality instruction and applied experiences at Georgia Institute of Technology. My research experiences of projection mapping and graphene battery applications. My work on team project with engineering students, architectural students, professors, GE professionals, rehabilitation hospital healthcare experts. My cultural sensitivity from being bi-cultural and international travels. Combined practical and educational background in STEM and ID

1. Tell us about a project you worked on.

One project that stands out to me is a studio project where I worked alongside General Electric appliances team to create a new interactive fridge concept aimed to help users manage their food items. I was able to start out with user research using surveys and interviews to help inform me of design opportunities. Then I came up with several ideas that I discussed with the GE sponsors. I created a prototype and interactive demo that I tested with users. I particularly enjoyed this project because it allowed me to explore all facets of the design process from research to final deliverable. I was able to gain insight into the decision-making process that takes place within the industry. With information derived from user testing, I finalized a concept and presented it to GE. The presentation was well received, and I felt positive about my work.

1. Tell us about a time you worked with someone you didn't get along with, and how did you overcome it?

One time when working on a group project, one group member missed meetings and disagreed with one of the design decisions that the rest of the group had agreed on. So, in this situation I discussed with her why she had a differing opinion and if there was any way we could compromise. After explaining the reasoning behind the group's decision, she understood our perspective and we allowed her to have a responsibility, so she had ownership,We wanted to challenge or criticize so without judgement we tried to understand and listen to her point of view without defending ours. We validated her points without judgment. After that it seemed she was more open to understanding our plan. We also identified and incorporated some of her ideas to make sure she was included. Made sure she was heard.

Tell us a little bit about you:

This Spring I graduated from Georgia Tech with a degree in Industrial Design. And recently I started my Master's Program at Rhode Island School of Design in Interior Architecture specializing in exhibitions and narrative environments. Ever since I was a kid, I've loved making things so industrial design has allowed me to combine these lifelong passions of creativity and innovation. During these few years at Georgia Tech, I have been able to work on many sponsored studio projects as well as participate in research assistantship. These opportunities allowed me to understand users' needs, learn new software and prototyping techniques, and develop innovative concepts. I have worked individually and within cross disciplinary teams. I hope to bring these skills and further develop them at Dialexa.

1. What is the best advice you would give to yourself five years ago?

To strive to expose myself to as many social, philosophical influences and human experiences as possible. Learn as much as possible about different vocations I feel that I accomplished a great deal of that advice through international cultural exposure, literature, applied experiences, team extracurricular athletic teams, and expansive experiences at a large university.

1. What is your design process?

a. Identification of need and/or problem. b. Analysis of c. Research of similar designs, research and d. Determination of materials and processes e. Fabrication of prototype f. Field and laboratory testing g. Marketing and distribution

What do you know about Universal?

an American film production and distribution company owned by Comcast through the NBCUniversal Film and Entertainment division of NBCUniversal.Software company that also prioritizes user experience with large influence in developing interactive products for many different clients. They are a highly innovative environment with multi disciplinary teams. Dialexa values its clients and does extensive user research to help understand their needs and provide insights.

1. Name 5 things you are not.

ordinary, negative, lazy, argumentative, close minded, irresponsible, impatient