
hi, i’m Nicole; a passionate designer with a background
in Social Psychology.
While I’m just starting my professional journey in UX, I’ve spent countless hours learning and honing my skills through hands-on projects and continuous exploration.
My background in psychology largely shapes how I approach design; namely, I'm especially drawn to the intersection of empathy and human behavior. I use AI tools like Claude, Lovable, and Maze to speed up research and automate repetitive tasks, but I still believe great design starts with understanding why people do what they do. That's the lens I bring to every project!
Outside of design, I enjoy spending time with loved ones, gaming, exercising (i.e. gym, yoga, cycling) and singing.
Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands
education_
coursera
Google UX Design Professional Certificate, April 2026
vrije universiteit, amsterdam
Research Masters in Social Psychology, Sep. 2023
luiss guido carli, rome
Bachelors in PPE (Politics, Philosophy, Economics), Oct 2019
experience_
freelance work (i.e., expat dispatch)
Freelance UX designer, Oct. 2025 - present
connected888
UX Internship, June - Dec. 2025
riff digital engagement
Social Media Engagement Specialist, April 2021-March 2025
rome city council, nudge unit
Research Intern, May-August 2019
design skills_
Branding + Identity
Generative AI
UI/UX
Scrum
Typography
Concept Development
Choice Architecture
Creative Strategy
Design Thinking
Design Research
Design Sprint
Nudging
Psychology in Design
language skills_
mother tongue(s)
English and Italian
other
Spanish (Advanced, C1)
Dutch(Basic, A2)
technical skills_
Figma (Design + Prototyping)
Microsoft Office
Google Workspace
SPSS
Jamovi
