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UX Designer II

2018 – 2021

Contributed to the Verizon Design System and mobile app, shaping customer-facing features and workflows that simplified complex telecom interactions for millions of users.

The Challenge

Verizon's mobile app served millions of customers managing wireless accounts, billing, plan changes, and device purchases. The complexity of telecom services—promotional offers, line management, accessory purchases, chat support, and billing—created friction points that confused users and reduced conversion rates.

The design team needed to streamline these experiences while maintaining consistency across the Verizon Design System. With tight deadlines, evolving requirements, and the need to align product, engineering, and business teams, the challenge was to deliver high-quality UX improvements at enterprise scale.

How do we simplify complex telecom workflows while maintaining consistency and meeting aggressive timelines?

Millions
User Reach

Features used by Verizon's nationwide customer base

Multiple
High-Priority Projects

Managed concurrent design initiatives with tight deadlines

Enterprise
Design System

Contributed to Verizon's scalable design system

My Role

As UX Designer II, I contributed to both the Verizon Design System and the Verizon Mobile App, focusing on customer-facing features and interface architecture. I led UX and structural design for promotional flows, line and accessory addition experiences, and overall app navigation improvements.

I also worked on optimizing chat and billing experiences, conducting user testing at scale, and presenting design concepts to upper management. My work involved managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, often with minimal initial requirements, and ensuring alignment across product, engineering, and business stakeholders.

Key Features Delivered

  • Promotional Flow DesignLed UX for new promotional experiences that drove user engagement and conversion
  • Line & Accessory AdditionImproved end-to-end workflows for adding lines and purchasing accessories
  • Mobile App NavigationEnhanced overall navigation architecture to improve discoverability and user flows
  • Chat Experience OptimizationStreamlined chat support interfaces for faster, clearer customer interactions
  • Billing ExperienceSimplified billing workflows to improve clarity and reduce support inquiries

What I Learned

This role taught me how to effectively manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. I learned to work with minimal initial requirements, iterate quickly, and adapt to changing business needs without sacrificing design quality.

I gained valuable experience maintaining and scaling enterprise-level design systems, ensuring consistency across hundreds of screens and features. I became proficient in deploying and QA'ing UX designs in fast-paced, production environments.

I also deepened my skills in conducting user testing at scale and learned how to present design concepts and insights to upper management. This experience taught me how to ensure alignment across product, engineering, and business teams—balancing user needs with business goals and technical constraints.

What My Colleagues Had to Say

During his time supporting my team as a contingent worker, he strove to end up with the best user experience possible, and demonstrated a deep understanding of the technology side of the work. He shared valuable insights with the team regularly, and contributed innovative ideas to the projects he was assigned.

Kevin Dixon

Director of UX

Nicholas consistently led with clarity and vision. His ability to guide cross-functional teams through complex UX challenges made a huge impact on both our process and product. He brought structure, mentorship, and strong user advocacy to every project

Gideon Ramsey

UX Lead

Nicholas brought leadership, creativity, and a strong user-first mindset to every project he touched. He set a high bar for quality and collaboration, and his ability to mentor others while driving complex initiatives forward made a lasting impact. Sad to see him go—he'll be a tremendous asset wherever he lands next.

Sarah Kim

Project Manager

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