Behind the Meez

Hi, I’m Nicole—the designer behind Creative Meez, a one-person studio focused on creating intuitive, accessible digital experiences with a strong foundation in branding and visual design. My process is like mise en place: thoughtful prep, sharp tools, and a clear plan to bring ideas to life.

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Skills

🛠 Core Skills
  • UI/UX Design — User flows, wireframes, high-fidelity prototypes, interaction design
  • Visual Design — Layout, color, typography, hierarchy, and responsive design
  • Design Systems — Creation and maintenance of scalable design systems
  • Accessibility (a11y) — WCAG-compliant design thinking and implementation
  • Prototyping Tools — Figma, Adobe XD, InVision
  • Developer Collaboration — Design handoff, inspecting code, and cross-functional workflows
🧠 Strategy & Process
  • User-Centered Design — Grounded in research, personas, and usability testing
  • Information Architecture — Sitemaps, navigation logic, content hierarchy
  • Creative Direction — Brand implementation, campaign concepting, and visual storytelling
  • Content Design — UX writing and microcopy best practices
🎨 Brand & Graphic Design
  • Visual Branding — Logo design, color systems, brand guides
  • Marketing Design — Email, social, display ads, and landing pages
  • Presentation Design — Client decks, pitch materials, and visual storytelling
💼 Industries
  • Tech, e-commerce, hospitality, law, industrial, and more

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Experience

UI/UX Design Expert & Creative Consultant at Creative Meez
June 2024 - Present
Denver, CO
  • Delivered intuitive, accessible, and conversion-focused digital experiences for clients across tech, hospitality, legal, e-commerce, and industrial sectors.
  • Led end-to-end design for responsive websites, web apps, and SaaS platforms—balancing user needs with business goals.
  • Designed and implemented scalable design systems to ensure consistency across digital products and brand touchpoints.
  • Created visual identities and supporting brand assets that aligned with each client's voice, market, and user expectations.
  • Managed all aspects of client relationships—from discovery and strategy to design execution and delivery—as a one-person studio.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams including developers, marketers, and C-suite stakeholders to bring ideas from concept to launch.
Associate Director of UI/UX at Beam
January 2024 - April 2024
Denver, CO
  • Adapted to Beam’s transition from a division of Monigle to an independent company, driving design strategies for long-term success.
  • Developed and structured the design system for Beam’s SaaS product (Brand Asset Management System), ensuring scalability and user-friendliness.
  • Led brand implementation efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive design solutions.
Associate Director of UI/UX at Monigle
April 2021 - January 2024
Denver, CO
  • Specialized in developing digital style guides and design systems, successfully launching 5 within 3 years.
  • Directed design strategy and created supporting assets for various projects.
  • Built strong client relationships through effective communication and design presentations.
  • Facilitated cross-team collaboration to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Managed a small team and implemented educational initiatives to enhance team skills.
Senior Digital Designer at DISH Network
June 2016 - April 2021
Denver, CO
  • Began as a mid-level designer at DISH's creative agency of record, contributing to a variety of internal and external projects.
  • Promoted to senior designer, leading design direction and overseeing the development of creative assets for multiple projects.
  • Delivered polished presentations of design work, contributing to customer growth and winning the JD POWER award for 3 years in a row.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align efforts and achieve project goals.
  • Managed client relationships, fostering trust and driving successful project outcomes.
Creative Lead at Fresh Interactive
April 2013 - June 2016
Santa Monica, CA
  • Started as an intern and transitioned into a full-time role as a Creative Lead.
  • Specialized in responsive web design, mobile app design, email marketing campaigns, and branding initiatives.
Intern at Fresh Interactive
May 2012 - August 2012
Santa Monica, CA
  • During my internship at Fresh, I supported the creative director on various tasks ranging from responsive web design to email campaigns. 
Intern at Warner Music Group
May 2012 - August 2012
Burbank, CA
  • Assisted with the deployment of print assets and game app UI/UX, and worked along side creative directors to help create logo styles and other marketing assets.

Education

Colorado Mesa University
August 2008 - December 2012
Grand Junction, CO

Bachelor’s of Fine Art: Graphic Design
Studio Art Minor

Ask Me About

  • Harry Potter
  • Boy Bands / Classic Rock / All Music
  • Classic Cars
  • Mid-Century Modern Design
  • Ice Cream / Crumbl Cookies
  • Mom Life
  • Rom-Coms / Animated Movies
  • Documentaries / Period Drama TV Series
  • Bowling / Soccer

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