I'm Matthew, a full-time Lead UX Designer for RBFCU in Texas. I provide pixel-perfect experiences for businesses and people across the web. I'm always keeping up to date with today's latest design trends, learning and seeking inspiration wherever I can. I also leverage AI-powered tools like Figma Agents and Microsoft Copilot to help streamline workflows, explore new ideas, and accelerate the design process while keeping the human experience at the center of every project.
For as long as I can remember I wanted to become a Physical Therapist... up until I found out about the world of design. My favorite style of digital art is Low Poly and Pixelation, which is reflected in the glorified behemoth of a rhino that protects my domain. To address this obsession of mine, the rhino has been my favorite animal since I was a little kid. I still remember the day we locked eyes at the San Antonio Zoo. I knew immediately, even as a child, that this animal was the epitome of strength. Only a fool would meet an angry rhino in an open field...
I received my AA in Social and Behavioral Sciences at Pasadena City College and my BA in Communication at Southern New Hampshire University to supplement my design career. Many describe me as a calm, soft spoken person. To help maintain this, during my free time I am usually in the home gym upgrading my
body armor (NSFW), making improvements to my beautiful Texas Castle, playing with my all black kitten named Boots, or smelling a new fragrance to add to my collection.
Recently, I also became a TRUST Certified Recreational Drone Pilot and have been flying my tiny DJI NEO around Texas. I enjoy listening to music that speaks deeply into my soul. This is usually Uplifting Trance or Melodic Dubstep comprised of epic, goddess-like, female vocals which awakens new forms of creativity. I also like to do late night PC Gaming on the weekends. My current favorites are Diablo 4 and Destiny 2. Likewise, a huge Marvel, The Boys, Star Wars and House of The Dragon fan. After having my daily dose of caffeine, I'm ready to annihilate any design problem that comes my way!
Figma
Adobe XD
Photoshop
Webflow
ChatGPT
Illustrator
Premiere Pro
Sketch
The enlightenment stage is where I learn more about the target audience and the competitors in the market.
The Information Architecture, Sketches, User Journeys, and Wireframes are now solidified before I start making anything look pretty.
Next, I finish up my final visual design. The color scheme, typography, and iconography is solidified. Then I go to town in Webflow.
Understanding where people struggle in your product helps build empathy. Knowing how people use your products, successfully or unsuccessfully, will help your team deliver quality of life enhancements.
Design is an iterative process. Nothing is perfect on first launch, which is why responding to feedback is critical for a product's growth & development.
This is where I like to figure out what, why and who I am designing for. Followed by asking questions about potential features, requirements, problems and use cases.