Hi, my name is Jacob.

I am a Philadelphia-based designer seeking my next role in a collaborative environment, where I can design interactive experiences that people love.

Portfolio

Guest Pass
A guest access solution for LenelS2’s Elements.
Guest Pass
JRCS Command Task
Design Challenge for the JRCS Digital Innovation Lab.
JRCS Command Task
Laundy Mobile Laundry App
A mobile app prototype for community laundry rooms.
Link to Figma prototype
Laundy Mobile Laundry App
Magic The Gathering Vending Machine UI
A prototype UI for a hypothetical Vending machine for the popular trading card game Magic The Gathering (MTG).
Link to Figma prototype
Magic The Gathering Vending Machine UI
Jacob Scarani

Jacob Scarani

Product Designer

About Me

Hi, I’m Jacob. I’m a UX Designer from the Philadelphia region.

As a UX Designer, I’m passionate about creating intuitive, user-friendly experiences that solve real-world problems. With a B.S. in Human Centered Computing (HCC) and a minor in Japanese from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), I bring a unique perspective to every project I work on.

My interest in UX design stems from my family background - my father is an architect, and my mother was a graphic designer before transitioning to early childhood education. I’ve also been fascinated by technology since a young age, spending countless hours playing video games and exploring the capabilities of computers.

In addition to my professional pursuits, I enjoy hiking, going to concerts, and birdwatching. I’ve also been studying Japanese for several years and spent a semester at Nanzan University in Nagoya, Japan. My experiences both in and outside of the UX world influence my approach to design, and I’m always looking for new ways to innovate and push boundaries.

If you’re interested in working together or want to learn more about my design philosophy, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Interests
  • UX
  • Technology
  • Music
  • Video games
  • Collecting novelty chopsticks
Education

  • B.S. Human Centered Computing, 2021

    Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

  • Study Abroad in Nagoya, Japan, 2019

    Nanzan University / 南山大学

Experience

 
 
 
 
 
Cobblestone Software
UX Designer
Cobblestone Software
Nov 2023 – Present Lindenwold, NJ
 
 
 
 
 
Buxton
Product Designer
Buxton
Jun 2022 – Oct 2022 Remote, USA
  • Developed innovative designs for multiple platforms, ensuring close alignment with development goals and specializing in data-driven solutions; successfully launched 3 products with 100+ screens in 3 months.
  • Utilized Figma to create wireframe deliverables and enhance existing designs.
  • Successfully centralized the design system, streamlined design systems, and saved 2-3 hours of design time per week.
 
 
 
 
 
LenelS2
UX Co-op - Summer/Fall
LenelS2
Jun 2021 – Dec 2021 Pittsford, NY
  • Led end-to-end design process for a new guest access feature, Elements; maintained and evolved the design system, ensuring completeness by adding missing components and optimizing existing ones.
  • Conducted user interviews, created designs, and performed AB testing for a video security solution, resulting in actionable insights and improved user experience.
  • Utilized ProtoPie for its deep interaction capabilities and published results to confluence.
  • Transformed 50+ component library by migrating from Sketch to Figma, enhancing usability and consistency for designers within a dynamic design system.
  • Created dark mode variations of design system components, enhancing visual options for user experience.
 
 
 
 
 
Tamago DB K.K.
Front-end Development Intern
Tamago DB K.K.
Jun 2019 – Aug 2020 Shinagawa, Tokyo, JP
  • Revamped data analytics page by refactoring code from a legacy Google Charts library to a modern C3.js library, enhancing visualizations and improving user experience.
  • Utilized Laragon as a local deployment environment to test and debug code, ensuring functionality.
  • Elevated the design of the Symfony 3 codebase by implementing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript updates, resulting in a more visually appealing and user-friendly interface.

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