{"id":22450,"date":"2024-01-22T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-22T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=22450"},"modified":"2024-06-12T05:59:19","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T05:59:19","slug":"interview-with-michelle-hausen-from-germany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muse.international\/index\/interview-with-michelle-hausen-from-germany\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with Michelle Hausen from Germany"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Michelle Hausen is a UX Designer who loves to create experiences that are both functional and emotionally satisfying. Her journey started with graphic design, but she soon realized her passion for digital experiences. Michelle Hausen’s projects include an educational hub for starting businesses and a non-profit project to raise awareness about U.S. national parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a User Experience Designer working for various industries and clients around the world. My journey began when I studied graphic design and visual communication. However, my first job was the turning point in my career. It was then that I noticed that I was drawn to the thought processes and data that go into designing digital experiences. This led me to start a career as a freelance UX designer. I have crafted and honed my skills in experience design, digital strategy, design thinking, and behavioral design. What drives me is not just creating functional products, but also tapping into the emotional desires of users, creating moments of excitement and happiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to my work with clients, I have also started two projects that are close to my heart. One of them is an educational hub for anyone who wants to start their own business, whether it’s freelancing, location independent, or starting their own business. The second is a non-profit project to raise awareness and spark conversations about the conservation and preservation of U.S. national parks. It’s a project that allows me to use my skills and creativity for a good cause. And that’s something I think we should all strive for \u2014 to make the world a better place. You can follow this journey on Instagram at @wildplacesproject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What made you become\/why did you choose to become a digital designer\/artist?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Becoming a user experience designer wasn’t a conscious decision I made; it evolved naturally at the time. Creativity has always been a part of who I am, and I’ve always had that spark of imagination. There’s a story my mom loves to tell from my kindergarten days when my teacher told her she couldn’t just throw away my leftover craft paper. My mom couldn’t fathom why she should save a scrap of cardboard, but it turned out I was keeping it for Santa’s beard!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As I grew older and had to decide my future, I knew it had to be something creative. I also wanted the freedom to travel. So I started my journey in college, studying graphic design and visual communication. At first, I wasn’t entirely sure if it was the right fit, but eventually, I found my love for user experience design. It may seem less creative on the surface because it involves data, research, interviews, and psychology, but I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Tell us more about your business\/company, job profile, and what you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a sole proprietor and focus on user experience design. I have had the privilege of working with a variety of clients around the world. My portfolio spans a variety of industries, from automotive to pharmaceuticals and science startups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What\u2019s your favorite kind of digital design and why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

UX design holds a special place in my heart. It requires not only empathy for users and businesses alike but also a deep understanding of psychology to understand what drives customer behavior. However, what excites me is the sheer breadth of opportunities within the digital realm. For example, my “Wild Places Project” has allowed me to delve into AI and experiment with AR filters. It’s fascinating to use my UX skills and apply them to diverse fields. After all, our lives revolve around experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5. To you, what makes a \u201cgood\u201d design?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have always been guided by the basic principle that “form follows function.” While aesthetics are undoubtedly important, it’s functionality and the ability to solve user problems and speak to their emotions that really define good design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q6. Describe your design style and its main characteristics.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

My approach is flexible, adapting to the unique perspectives and requirements of users and clients in each project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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