After taking time to focus on family, I returned to product design through USC’s Master’s program, where I deepened my skills in AI, design strategy, and user research. I’m now ready to bring my combined technical and design background to products that solve meaningful problems for real users.
I’m a full brained kind of person. My background in mathematics and programming gave me the foundation to confront complex problems and to think strategically, while art school sharpened my ability to connect emotionally and aesthetically. My experience as an entrepreneur taught me to get out, engage with customers and listen to feedback.
Creative curiosity grounds me. In my free time I enjoy being active, playing sports, music and laughing whenever possible.
Currently seeking product design and strategy opportunities with startups or small companies where I can help design the future.
Let’s connect:
taralynmanuel@gmail.com