Hi there!
I’m Nikki Schell, a Senior UX Designer based in Selbyville, Delaware.
As a passionate User Experience Designer, I strive to create intuitive and meaningful digital experiences. With a strong background in research, prototyping, and user-centered design, I excel at transforming complex problems into simple, elegant solutions. I am driven by curiosity and a desire to enhance user satisfaction through thoughtful design, ensuring every interaction feels seamless and engaging.
When I’m not designing, I’m traveling (or planning my next adventure), photographing families on the beach, hanging out with my dog, or reading tons and tons of books.
Email: nschelldesign@gmail.com
Connect: LinkedIn
Senior UX Designer – Allegiance Group
July 2019 – Present
Lead UX initiatives for nonprofit organizations, conducting user research, developing wireframes, and facilitating usability testing to deliver intuitive, impactful digital experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure user-centered design solutions align with client goals and drive engagement.
UX Strategist – Booz Allen Hamilton
Jan 2019 – July 2019
Conducted in-depth user research, designed optimized e-commerce workflows, and led usability testing for Federal organizations. Delivered user-focused solutions that improved operational efficiency and enhanced the digital experience, while collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
UX Designer – B7, inc
Oct 2015 – Jan 2019
Conducted user research, designed high-fidelity mockups, and developed interactive prototypes for govtech products serving military and government organizations. Focused on delivering user-centric solutions that improved usability and streamlined processes in complex, high-security environments.
Web Designer – Smithsonian
Oct 2014 – Oct 2015
Contributed to the redesign of the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Drupal website, focusing on information architecture and creating mockups to improve site navigation and user experience. Collaborated with cross-disciplinary teams to ensure a seamless, informative, and engaging digital presence for the zoo’s diverse audience. *This redesign is still live!
Throughout my career as a UX designer, I’ve learned that great design is a thoughtful, evolving process. While moments of inspiration can spark ideas, creating a fully realized product experience takes time, research, iteration, and collaboration. It’s about more than just initial concepts—it’s about continuously refining and aligning the design with user needs.
I’ve found that the most effective design solutions emerge through an iterative process: asking the right questions, conducting thorough research, gaining deep insights into user behaviors, and working closely with a team to prototype and test. Each step brings us closer to an experience that truly resonates with the end-user.
In my experience, successful projects always prioritize the user and are driven by strong communication and collaboration within the team.