I’m Nicole, a product designer at BHN based in Austin, TX. Outside of work, I’m passionate about digital illustration, candle making, and learning from successful women.

MY WORK +

MY WORK +

My skills

    • User Experience (UX) Design – Crafting seamless and intuitive experiences across platforms

    • User Interface (UI) Design – Designing visually compelling and user-friendly interfaces

    • Interaction Design – Creating engaging and dynamic microinteractions

    • Cross-Platform Design – Adapting designs for web, mobile (iOS & Android), and desktop applications

    • Prototyping – Rapid iteration using tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and HTML/CSS prototypes

    • Design Systems & Patterns – Establishing reusable components and consistency across platforms

    • Wireframing & Mockups – Translating concepts into detailed design documentation

    • User Research (Quantitative & Qualitative) – Conducting studies, analyzing insights, and refining designs

    • Design Thinking & Iteration – Utilizing research-backed, iterative design processes

    • Customer-Centered Innovation – Aligning designs with customer needs and business goals

    • Product Vision & Strategy – Collaborating with product managers, engineering, and marketing teams

    • Usability Testing & Optimization – Testing flows with stakeholders and refining the user experience

    • AI Research & Innovation – Exploring AI-driven UX solutions and emerging AI technologies

    • HTML, CSS, and JavaScript – Basic coding knowledge for implementation and collaboration with engineers

    • AI-Powered UX – Leveraging AI for interface design, automation, and enhanced user interactions

    • AI Prompting & Coding – Developing AI-driven solutions and workflows

    • AI Innovation & Experimentation – Pushing boundaries with AI-assisted design thinking

    • AI Imagery & UI – Creating AI-generated visuals and interactive experiences

    • Data & Analytics in Design – Using analytics tools to inform design decisions

    • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Working closely with product managers, engineers, and marketers

    • Facilitation & Ideation – Leading brainstorming sessions and drawing insights from teams

    • Design Storytelling – Effectively presenting ideas, from rough concepts to polished designs

    • Iterative & Agile Workflows – Adapting quickly and delivering high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments

    • Leadership & Mentorship – Contributing to team growth and knowledge-sharing

& prioritize visual identity.

I appreciate aesthetic branding,

shower thoughts

but for product experiences…

I created a playful Instagram series, Shower Thoughts for Product Experiences, where I share occasionally sarcastic, yet simple and innovative product ideas for my favorite tech companies.

The series showcases my skills in product design innovation and strategy while sparking curiosity and inspiring creative thinking.

It’s all about demonstrating how design and business strategies can come together to create meaningful, user-centered solutions—all with a lighthearted and approachable tone.

Join 22K others and follow my ux community on Instagram @ux.nicole

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Meet Nicole Vien

I’m a designer with a focus on interaction design, ux research, and content strategy out of Austin, Texas. I’ve worked with clients ranging from small startups to global B2C/B2B companies and on products including mobile apps, fintech/e-commerce websites, and software.