Meghan Fett

Meghan Fett - - linkedin.com/in/meghan-fett meghanfett.com Summary UX/UI and Graphic Designer with 10+ years of experience creating accessible, user-centered solutions across corporate, consultancy, and consumer-facing environments. Skilled in blending creative vision with strategic thinking to deliver thoughtful, scalable design systems and intuitive digital experiences, with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusive design. Experience Independent UI/UX and Brand Designer Apr 2022 – ongoing Provided strategic design services to a range of small businesses, startups, and community organizations offering everything from quick-turn logos to full brand systems and digital experiences. Known for balancing creative vision with practical execution, often serving as the go-to design resource for “corporate-lite” clients who value both quality and clarity. Designed custom brand identities, including logos, typography, color systems, and visual guidelines, tailored to the unique voice and goals of each client Developed style guides and brand standards to support long-term consistency across digital and 
 print collateral Built and maintained basic, responsive websites using no-code tools (e.g., Wix, Squarespace) and lightweight HTML/CSS when needed Delivered packaging designs, social media assets, promotional materials, and digital advertisements optimized for small-scale marketing strategies Adapted design approach to meet varying business models and budgets, often educating clients on best practices in UX, accessibility, and visual hierarchy Managed timelines, revisions, and deliverables independently—building trust and repeat work through clear communication and reliable execution. Walgreens Chicago, IL Senior User Experience (UX) Designer Mar 2023 – Nov 2023 Performed detailed analysis of business processes and developed clear documentation for features, content, and components Participated in development of and documentation for UX style guide patterns and behaviors. Created wireframe layouts to present content and functionality with intuitive clarity and balance Ensured all designs are in line with style and behavior patterns. Recommended UI and UX patterns, according to best practices Contributed to and presented designs during internal twice-weekly team reviews, as well as leadership design reviews. Presented and defended concepts with concrete, tactical rationale Collaborated on daily basis with product owners, business and system analysts, and UX team members to ensure quality and consistency Documented UX decisions, best practices, and style guidelines. Conagra Brands Chicago, IL Senior Systems Analyst - UX Designer Jun 2020 – Mar 2023 Oversaw sprint cycles as scrum master for development team of 20 within an Agile environment, ensuring delivery of projects on time and within budget Provided consistent updates to team management on scrum sprint progress, maintaining transparency and alignment on project goals Coordinated brainstorming sessions and design walk-throughs to gain stakeholder insights Designed high-fidelity mockups, incorporating contemporary design aesthetics, brand styling, and accessibility standards Validated final designs were producible, on-brand, and aligned with accessibility best practices prior to development handoff and integration Established documentation of design decisions, best practices, and style guides. Meghan Fett - - linkedin.com/in/meghan-fett meghanfett.com TEAMS Design Chicago, IL Senior User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Designer Aug 2019 – Jun 2020 Moderated kickoff meetings with internal and external stakeholders to clearly define scope, resource alignment, timeline, and stakeholder buy-in Coordinated with multi-disciplinary team of industrial designers, mechanical engineers, user researchers, and business partners on a variety of physical and digital products Managed product development from conception to completion, within established budgets and timelines Ensured final graphics and layouts were pixel-perfect, producible, visually appealing, on-brand, and exceed standard accessibility best practices Provided mentoring, training, and education in graphic and UI/UX design best practices. Jul 2014 – Aug 2019 User Interface, User Experience, and Graphic Designer Coordinated with multi-disciplinary team of industrial designers, mechanical engineers, user researchers, and business partners on a variety of physical and digital products Worked within established design systems to create on-brand product graphics, product packaging, illustrations, icons, user interfaces, and presentations Conceptualized supporting research, flowcharts, and wireframes to convey solutions to stakeholders Constructed high-fidelity mock-ups and interactive prototypes Developed logos, branding systems, product graphics, style guides, and websites for products. U-HAUL International, Inc. Phoenix, AZ Web Design Intern Jun 2013 – Dec 2013 Assessed internal HTML/CSS code base for functionality and performance enhancements, contributing to improvements in overall user experience Participated in daily design reviews, receiving constructive feedback which accelerated skill development and improved design quality. Tempe, AZ The State Press, Arizona State University Aug 2012 – May 2013 Design Editor Collaborated with Editor-in-Chief and section editors to facilitate transition from daily print to larger, weekly paper, and increased online presence Oversaw design team of 5, including education of best practices, management of team schedule, and creative direction for front page, online, magazine, and special feature designs. Production Artist Aug 2011 – May 2012 Partnered with a multi-disciplinary team of both students and professionals, to design and deliver 13,500+ daily newspapers on a strict nightly deadline Implemented design system updates, created infographics, and revised page layouts. E ducation Arizona State University Bachelor of Science, Visual Communications – Cum laude Tempe, AZ Aug 2008 – May 2013 S kills & C ompetences Accessibility/WCAG standard Agile/scrum methodologie Project management/scrum maste Branding/design system Corporate identity managemen Design principles/best practice Graphic design UI/UX desig Icons and illustration Data visualizatio Typograph Color theory/palett Prototyping/wireframin User journeys/personas After Effects Jira and Confluenc Figm HTML5 and CS Illustrator InDesig Keyshot 3 Word Photosho PowerB PowerPoint