What is your availability?

I'm available for contract work—whether short-term, intensive engagements, full-time contracts, or ongoing part-time support. I do my best work when brought in to organize and structure a clear, effective digital presence. If you're looking for strategic clarity and execution, I'd love to connect—reach out to learn more about packages and pricing.

How do we get started, and is it a good fit?

After a quick intro call, I'll send a short creative brief form to capture your goals, current state, and direction. From there, I'll recommend the best next steps.

Can I hire you for just a logo or one-off design?

Yes—I take on one-off projects like logos, pitch decks, or landing pages. If it's a good fit, I'm happy to jump in and help.

What platforms do you build websites on?

I've worked across Webflow, Squarespace, WordPress, Wix Studio, SharePoint, and other CMS platforms, adapting the approach to the needs of the project. I'm comfortable working directly in the platform, pushing beyond out-of-the-box capabilities, and using AI-assisted development to build custom interactions and solutions when the project calls for them.

How do you use AI in your design process?

I use multiple AI tools to accelerate research, ideation, prototyping, development, and testing—moving from concept to validated solution faster. My recent AI for UX Design and Product Design training through Designlab has expanded how I integrate AI throughout the product design process. I use AI to expand what I can explore and build while keeping strategy, design judgment, and the user experience firmly in my hands.

Do you offer ongoing support after launch?

Absolutely. I offer ongoing maintenance, design tweaks, updates, and new feature support. I see my clients as long-term partners—not one-time projects. Ongoing work is usually offered at a lower rate than initial design. Ask me about it!

Do you work with clients from any country?

Yes! I work with clients around the world — across time zones, industries, and cultures. Remote collaboration is welcomed.

Product Design

Close-up of a purple flower with delicate white dandelion seeds resting on its petals, blurred lake water in the background.

Abstract image of vertical orange-brown lines on a white textured background, with two thick central lines forming a narrow gap between them.

Close-up of a rectangular car side mirror reflecting part of the car's door and surroundings, showing chrome trim and some leaves on the car roof.

Black and white close-up of a small branch with several heart-shaped leaves showing detailed veins against a blurred background.

Close-up of textured paper with a watercolor wash featuring a bright yellow area blending softly into a light pink and orange background.

Close-up of a textured painting showing a woman's face with black hair against a textured green-blue background with beige dots.

Shadow of a fern leaf cast on a scratched, light-colored surface.

Abstract painting with broad brush strokes in yellow and light green hues on a white background.

Close-up of a weathered surface with brown and yellow patches, resembling dried leaves and organic debris scattered on a muted, textured background.

Close-up of a tiered, ruffled skirt made of sheer fabric with a black waistband, set against blurred tall grass and wild plants.

Black shadows of six flowers with long stems cast on a white wall, with a horizontal shadow at the bottom.

Close-up of clear water with three visible air bubbles floating above the surface, creating a serene, fluid pattern with soft reflections.

Close-up of a child's ear and braided hair against a bright blue sky with a few clouds.

Close-up of smooth, curved lines raked into fine white sand resembling a Zen garden pattern.

I transform complex ideas and systems into beautiful, user-friendly digital products that drive meaningful outcomes.

Latest Projects.

Outcomes of Babies with Opioid Exposure (OBOE) Study

Branding & Logos

SharePoint Communications Website for the CDC

NIH HEAL Initiative®

Award-winning mobile design

ME/CFS Network

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Branding

Defining Brand Systems

I design brands that hold a clear identity, a distinct personality, and a point of view. The kind of brands that are instantly recognizable and leave no confusion about what they are or aren’t.

Solutions

Design with an Architecture-First, AI-Centric Approach

With 15+ successfully launched products across diverse platforms, I create feasible, scalable solutions, align stakeholders, and deliver cohesive products, with advanced training in AI-assisted UX and product design.

Discovery

I translate user needs, business objectives, and functional requirements into a clear product direction, establishing strategy, functionality, and voice early to keep teams aligned and moving forward confidently.

Identify, Define, and Align

Systems Thinking

Finding the Relationships that Connect the Bigger Picture

I connect features, flows, and platforms into cohesive systems that create seamless experiences and support long-term growth.

Development

Innovative AI-driven Solutions

I bridge design and engineering with coding skills, complemented by training in AI-assisted product development, to create custom interactive experiences and solutions.

Optimization

Measure, Optimize, Evolve

I use analytics, user research, and AI-powered insights to understand how your product is actually performing, where people engage, where they hesitate, and where they drop off. From there, I identify opportunities to improve performance, refine experiences, and guide product evolution.

Branding

Defining Brand Systems.

I design brands that hold a clear identity, a distinct personality, and a point of view. The kind of brands that are instantly recognizable and leave no confusion about what they are or aren’t.

( TESTIMONIALS )

Great work comes from strong relationships—I’m fortunate to have both.

HEALing Communities Website screen shots

"Renee truly understands communication strategy, user experiences and needs, and the implications for design. As a UXR and strategist this makes it a dream to work with her."

Olivia Burrus, UXR

Colleague on the HEALing Communities Project • RTI International

A tablet screen displays RTI International's COVID-19 Data Insights webpage titled 'Powerful Data for Empowered Decisions' with sections for questions about contact tracing, testing, community vulnerability, and reopening risks, followed by a map interface showing COVID-19 data with options for Priority Use Cases, Base Data, and Overlay Data focused on contact tracing and vulnerability indexes as of August 5, 2020.

"There is a reason why the Catapult [RTI Merge] team continues to request Renee for assistance, she is the most talented UI/UX we have worked with at RTI."

Nathan Braswell, Senior Software Engineer Technical Lead

My colleague on RTI Merge • RTI International

Flat lay of multiple devices including tablets and smartphones displaying Project Firstline Partner Portal pages with colorful headers, partner contact info, web style guide with color palette circles, infection prevention messaging, and logos from CDC and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

"Renee has addressed SO MANY technical issues... researching and implementing solid workarounds and editing a significant amount of code herself."

Chris Augustin Johns, PhD, UXC—Digital Strategist

My colleague on the Project Firstline Sharepoint Website • RTI International

Three electronic devices—a tablet, a smartphone, and a second tablet—displaying the Digital Impact website with sections on community progress, impactful work, and unlocking possibilities.

“I'll never forget her [Renee's] words... 'Alex, we are both smart and talented women. We can figure this out. Together, we *will* figure this out.' Her comments were a game changer and totally changed the dynamic of not only that meeting but led us to a successful outcome with the product.”

Alexandra Bornkessel, MA, CSM—Behavioral design and strategy for social impact.

My colleague on Digital Impact Communications Project • RTI International

"Renee exceeded all our expectations as usual. The branding she produced for our redesign has completely modernized our UI and has impressed all of our shareholders."

Nathan Braswell—Senior Software Engineer Technical Lead

My colleague on RTI Merge • Product Modernization • RTI International

I transform complex ideas and systems into beautiful, user-friendly digital products that drive meaningful outcomes.

Latest Projects.

Services.

Great work comes from strong relationships—I’m fortunate to have both.

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