About Me

I've always been drawn to creative projects, storytelling, and bringing people together. As technology evolves, so does my passion for its role in fostering connection and community.

During the pandemic, I stepped into healthcare and saw firsthand how essential technology was in providing access to care. But I also noticed a gap—many platforms lacked intuitive design and engaging content. Accessing online services, especially healthcare, should be seamless and user-friendly. That realization fueled my drive to create more thoughtful digital experiences.

For fun, I redesigned my favorite apps, experimented with graphic design, and explored how technology could better serve people. That curiosity led me to a career in UX design, where I blend creativity, problem-solving, and digital innovation.

I am now pursuing my MFA in Interaction Design alongside an MBA with a focus on Design Strategy. Positioned at the intersection of business, design, and innovation, I use market research and business strategy to inform design decisions—creating successful products that serve both businesses and users.

Over the past year, I’ve sharpened my technical skills, worked with clients, and collaborated with others who share my vision of building meaningful digital experiences. With over five years in program coordination, I also bring experience in project management, vendor relations, and community event execution.

I'm passionate about designing technology that enhances lives and helping brands tell their authentic stories. If you're interested in UX design, digital marketing, or just looking for the best fusion restaurants in town—let’s connect!

Let’s connect and see how we can support one another! You can contact me at:
christinaxvg@gmail.com.

Hi! I'm Christina,

My Background

Skills

User Research

Data Analysis

Customer Journey

User Flow

Information Architecture

Design Systems

Tools 

Education

Contact

Figma

Canva

Adobe XD

Sketch

Showit

Miro

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Suite

August 2016-December 2020

November 2022- March 2023

May- June  2023

University of California, Santa Barbara
BA Global Studies, Minor Applied Psychology

Wireframing

Interaction Design

HTML

Layout

Udemy: Complete Web & Mobile Designer: UI/UX, Figma, +more


SheCodes: Introduction to Web Development


COOP: Digital Marketing

August- December 2023

christinaxvg@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinaxvg/

@christinadzgns

https://www.behance.net/christivaldivi5

California College of the Arts, san Francisco
MBA Design Strategy & MFA Interactive Design

In Progress

Personal  Projects: Illustrations

Echo Park Lake
Los Angeles

The "Pink Building"
Los Angeles

Donuts N Cigs'
Los Angeles

Sunsets N HairClips
Los Angeles

Pier 29
San Francisco, CA

"Christina brought my brand and website to life with creativity, clarity, and care. She made the process feel effortless and delivered a design that truly reflects my business!"

- TG

"A quote of a reputable client"

- Client 2

"A quote of a reputable client"

- Client 3

My Experience