Michael McGehee

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UX Software Product Design Consultant

Actalent ANPC DoD USAF

Sep 2024 - Apr 2025 (8 months)

• Optimized complex DoD maintenance application UX/UI via agile research and redesign efforts, ensuring compliance and streamlined workflows for end-users of the Transponder Landing System application. • Leveraged Figma for rapid prototyping and high-fidelity design artifacts, directly reducing post-handoff training requirements for downstream consumers. • Consulted directly with cross-functional product stakeholders to define scope and break down ambiguous system upgrade requirements into actionable design sprints, demonstrating Product Owner capability.

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UX Product Owner & Design

ManTech DoJ FBI

Aug 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year)

• Led heuristic evaluations and user research initiatives for Federal Law Enforcement & National Intelligence platforms, applying rigorous analysis to inform strategic redesigns. • Ensured platform integrity by embedding crucial standards including 508 Compliance, Data Governance, and Data Management principles into the core design framework. • Authored comprehensive user stories and acceptance criteria, utilizing the PEGA Systems UI Kit and Design System to communicate complex interactions clearly to development teams.

UX Design Consultant

PwC

Apr 2022 - Aug 2022 (5 months)

• Drove strategic alignment through research, journey mapping, persona development, and design workshops focused on complex ESG evaluation systems. • Contributed foundational elements to the Design System by creating reusable UI prototypes, standardized UI libraries, and comprehensive UX/UI guidelines.

UX Design, Strategy & Data Visualization Consultant

Microsoft Corporation

Oct 2021 - Jan 2022 (4 months)

• Redesigned complex business Power Apps application workflows and critical dataflow scenarios within an agile framework to optimize operational efficiency. • Applied deep expertise in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), sophisticated data visualization, dashboards, and storytelling principles to complex information sets.

UX Design Consultant

John Deere Financial

Mar 2020 - May 2020 (3 months)

• Enabled agile project team collaboration to design and implement complex digital solutions for international dealerships and financial systems. • Enhanced Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) across expanded back-end systems diversity to deliver measurably improved user experiences for financial operations.

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UX Design Consultant

UX Magicians

Feb 2020 - Mar 2020 (2 months)

• Executed agile design collaboration for assembling intuitive mobile game application screens and defining complex user flows.

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UI/UX Product Designer

NextGen Federal Systems DoD USAF

Jan 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 10 months)

• Orchestrated full-spectrum UX delivery for Defense/Aerospace/Intelligence Agencies, producing user flows, journey maps, wireframes, design specifications, and visual design to drive secure IT solution development. • Awarded DoD Top Secret Security Clearance (August 2021- Present), demonstrating high-level trust and reliability required for critical development projects.

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Lead UX Design Consultant

Lean Techniques

May 2019 - Aug 2019 (4 months)

• Provided leadership in agile collaboration, UX design, competitive analysis, and responsive wireframe/visual UI design for specialized agriculture transportation and delivery services. • Ensured accessibility across mobile, tablet, and desktop through responsive design.

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Technical Design Director & UX Design

IKON EFS

Aug 2016 - May 2018 (1 year 10 months)

• Directed all creative and UX strategy for an IoT security video-lighting device, guiding UI/UX design, Information Architecture (IA), and Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). • Managed the design team and process across a merger of four LED firms, overseeing production of design specifications, marketing collateral, and web content.

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IoT/UX Product Design Owner & Creative Director

Kii, Inc.

Feb 2014 - Aug 2016 (2 years 7 months)

• Delivered comprehensive UX research, IA definition, UI/UX design, user flows, wireframes, and visual direction for core IoT platforms and companion mobile applications. • Optimized the design process by establishing standard design patterns and reusable components for the IoT and cloud-based mobile platform, accelerating feature velocity. • Provided creative direction and leadership to an engineering and development team based in Tokyo, bridging international communication gaps.

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UX Design & Information Architect Consultant

The Linus Group

Jan 2014 - Feb 2014 (2 months)

• Researched, constructed detailed sitemaps, and designed responsive wireframes and technical specifications for eCommerce clients in Biomedical, Life Science, and Pharma sectors.

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UX Design Consultant

Grand River, Inc.

Mar 2013 - Sep 2013 (7 months)

• Developed robust Information Architecture, detailed responsive wireframes, and design specifications for enterprise eCommerce clients utilizing the Magento platform. • Successfully delivered UX strategy and implementation for diverse eCommerce entities including Buy Happier, Carter Lumber, and Monthly Clubs.

Sr. UX & Visual Design Consultant

Bank of the West

Dec 2012 - Mar 2013 (4 months)

• Established and organized the internal UX department and formalized processes, including competitive analysis, strategy brief creation, Information Architecture development, and visual asset design.

Lead UX Design Consultant

Razorfish

Jun 2012 - Dec 2012 (7 months)

• Conducted deep-dive research, content audits, and iterative wireframe design/review for major enterprise and technology clients (Azure, Bing, BlackBerry, Intel, PG&E).

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Sr. Visual Design & UX Design Consultant

Hot Studio

Feb 2012 - Mar 2012 (2 months)

• Designed and illustrated over 50 high-fidelity feature icons and supplementary illustrations for marketing web pages supporting Google Analytics Premium.

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Sr. UX Design & Interaction Consultant

Publicis Modem

Jan 2012 - Feb 2012 (2 months)

• Executed research, documentation review, stakeholder consultation, and delivered detailed wireframes for large CPG clients (Nature Made and Sam's Club).

Lead UX Design Consultant

Razorfish

Oct 2011 - Dec 2011 (3 months)

• Conducted primary research and strategy sessions, designing core architecture and wireframes for large technology and insurance clients (Avaya, Intel, Microsoft, State Farm).

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UX Design & Usability Consultant

Loyal 3

Aug 2011 - Sep 2011 (2 months)

• Planned, organized, recruited participants for, and facilitated comprehensive usability testing sessions for proprietary online broker applications.

Sr. UX Design Consultant

EVB

Aug 2011

• Conducted user research and wireframes & interaction flows for key digital initiatives for Jameson Whiskey.

Sr. UX Design Consultant

Sequence

Jul 2011 - Aug 2011 (2 months)

• Executed end-to-end UX deliverables including stakeholder interviews, sitemap designs, and core wireframes for large retail client Best Buy.

Lead UX Design Consultant

Razorfish

Oct 2010 - Jul 2011 (10 months)

• Conducted competitive analysis, stakeholder interviews, and trend research to inform strategic digital roadmap development. • Developed detailed sitemaps, formal interface guidelines, complex workflows, and production-ready wireframes. • Authored experience briefs, task flows, and future expansion frameworks for technology clients Sony, Intel, and William O'Neill.

UX Design Consultant & Customer Experience

Wells Fargo

Oct 2009 - Nov 2010 (1 year 2 months)

• Responsible for gathering requirements, creating, and integrating briefs, mockups, sitemaps, wireframes, and production copy decks across multiple banking initiatives. • Drove customer experience initiatives related to the Wachovia Merger, credit card reform, student loan reform, and online banking platform focusing on 508 compliancy.

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UX Design Consultant

Odopod

Jul 2009 - Aug 2009 (2 months)

• Researched and designed Information Architecture, navigational structure, and optimized site organization for XHTML-based corporate websites. • Developed detailed, interactive wireframes for landing and template pages for the Don Q Rum digital platform.

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UX Design Consultant

Real Branding

Mar 2009 - Jul 2009 (5 months)

• Reviewed design compositions determined necessary copy requirements, and synthesized comprehensive documentation for key project content areas for USGA.

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Lead User Experience Design & Lead Information Architect

SingleBound Creative

Aug 2007 - Nov 2008 (1 year 4 months)

• Spearheaded the establishment of the UX Department and formalized processes, promoting agile project team collaboration to enhance organizational maturity. • Developed and maintained an extensive design asset library (templates, symbols, icons) to standardize design output and streamline project timelines by 25% (estimated). • Drove end-to-end design solutions using first-principles research, competitive analysis, persona development, and detailed IA/wireframing for clients including Gymboree and Men's Wearhouse.

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Sr. Visual & UX Design Consultant

Hot Studio

Aug 2006 - Aug 2007 (1 year 1 month)

• Revolutionized and redesigned over one hundred diverse icons for a complex internal network web application, establishing a new visual language standard. • Developed compelling mockups and high-fidelity layouts customized to finance-related requirements and specific client/customer preferences.

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UI/UX Product Design Owner & Creative Director

SILVACO INTERNATIONAL

Mar 2002 - Aug 2006 (4 years 6 months)

• Specialized in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Interaction Design, Information Architecture (IA), and Graphical User Interface (GUI) design to enhance usability across PaaS solutions. • Created a comprehensive, standardized set of icons for eighteen proprietary software applications operating within the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) domain. • Designed critical corporate communication assets, including four external websites, internal portals, logo designs, and comprehensive identity branding packages.

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Art Director & UI Design

Xtime, Inc.

Mar 2000 - Nov 2001 (1 year 9 months)

• Collaborated on the design and implementation of user interfaces and complex interactions for a core web-based reservation engine within the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) sector.

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Senior Graphic & Web Designer

Price Design

Mar 1999 - Mar 2000 (1 year 1 month)

• Created integrated campaign assets spanning print advertising, package design, POP materials, posters, and web design for leaders in the electronic entertainment industry.

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UI/Web Design & Graphic Design Consultant

J.D. Edwards

Aug 1998 - Mar 1999 (8 months)

• Designed and developed essential corporate collateral materials supporting high-impact sales and marketing initiatives.

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UI/New Media & Graphic Design Consultant

International Learning Systems

Aug 1996 - Aug 1998 (2 years 1 month)

• Collaborated on the design and development of training materials and learning aids for Fortune 500 companies, ensuring alignment with instructional design goals. • Created graphic user interfaces, user experiences, and interaction models for interactive CD-ROMs and desktop applications.

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Illustrator & Graphic Design Consultant

Colorado State Parks

Aug 1994 - Aug 1996 (2 years 1 month)

• Conducted field research with park rangers and personal trail exploration to design highly informative brochures and detailed navigational trail maps.

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Illustrator & Graphic Design Consultant

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design (RMCAD)

Aug 1994 - Aug 1996 (2 years 1 month)

• Designed visually compelling marketing collateral, including posters and postcards, adhering to strict client brand specifications.

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Infantry Squad Leader & Company Armorer

U.S. Marine Corps

Aug 1987 - Aug 1991 (4 years 1 month)

• Served as Combat Veteran and Enlisted Non-commissioned Officer (NCO), leading and managing the welfare and training readiness of a 12-member Marine team during daily operations. • Earned Honorable Discharge and received multiple commendations including the Combat Action Medal and Navy Unit Commendation across multiple Expeditionary Deployments. • Additional Responsibilities: maintenance, security & embarkation of weapons for a Marine Infantry Line Company. • Expeditionary Deployments: Kingdom of Thailand, Okinawa Prefecture Japan, Republic of the Philippines, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & the State of Kuwait. • Honorable Discharge & Awards received during Active Duty: Combat Action Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Meritorious Unit Commendation,

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