About me
Hi, my name is Amelie. I’ve been in the design industry for 12+ years, and I’m currently based in San Francisco. I like drawing, drinking tea, watching artsy films, collecting knick-knacks, and expanding my world through travel.
Work History
I’ve spent the past few years as an independent contractor, augmenting teams at companies such as Airbnb, SmartNews and Pact Studio. I led design at a clothing startup called Both& Apparel. Prior to that, I designed at Twitter and award-winning agencies ueno. and Moving Brands. Below is a small sample of clients I’ve worked with to date.
Design Practice
There are a few key attributes I've developed over the years that ​inform the way that I work.
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MULTIDISCIPLINARY
I approach design holistically, across different mediums, touch-points, dimensions and techniques. I think in static and motion, pixels and systems, analogue and digital, local and global. Having this mindset also means I work well with other disciplines, being able to bridge the gap of understanding between various tools and crafts.
THOUGHTFUL
I like to be intentional and thoughtful in the way I work, and in everything I do. I will always seek to understand audience, context, and strategy, to make sure the right problem is being solved in the first place.
COLLABORATIVE
Whether it’s working directly with a client, fellow designers, or cross-functional teams, I understand what it means to be a creative partner and a collaborator. Great work doesn’t happen in a vacuum.
INTERSECTIONAL
My intersecting identities mean that I approach life and design with multiple worldviews, not just one.
Asides
I’ve written an informal essay on my experience working in the U.S. for over 8 years as an H1B worker. If you’re interested in the topic, please check it out.
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I have been a guest speaker at a notable design conference called First Round, hosted by UnderConsideration.
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I have also been a guest critic for portfolio reviews at my alma mater MICA (Maryland Institute College of Art), and at CCA (California College of the Arts).