Lets Connect!
Email me at aurbanspillane@gmail.com
Connect with me on LinkedIn
Some behind the scenes facts!
I've been fencing since 2010 and now get to pass on the love of the sport as a volunteer coach for the Stevens Institute of Technology NCAA DIII team.
Go Ducks!
Food is my love language!
Whether I’m whipping up a new recipe or hunting down the next must-try restaurant, I’m always on a flavor journey!
Favorite Design “Accomplishment”!
Crashing Adobe XD with a 20,000 layer component.
Recent marathon runner!
Training for some summer races and was just lottery picked to run the NYC Marathon for 2025!
Passionate about hiking and exploring the outdoors!
There’s nothing better than taking in breathtaking views, especially in the Italian Dolomites and Portugal!
Wireframes
Mockups
Prototypes
User Research
Interaction Design
Design Systems
Accessibility/WCAG
Visual & Branding Design
Dev Handoff
Interaction Design
Skills
Wireframes, Mockups, Prototypes
User Research: Interviews, Surveys, Usability Testing, User Personas
Interaction Design
Responsive Design
Design Systems
Web Accessibility: WCAG 2.2
Information Architecture
UI, Visual, and Branding Design
Development Handoff
Cross-functional Collaboration
Data Driven Strategic Decision Making
Tools
Figma / Adobe XD / Sketch
FigJam / Mirro
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
JIRA + Confluence
Microsoft + Google Suite
Industry Experience
Telehealth (RPM)
Childcare Solutions
Social Commerce + Retail
Experience
Product Designer at Health Recovery Solutions (May 2019 - Present)
Product Design Lead: Feb 2024 - Present
UX|UI Designer: Feb 2021 - Feb 2023
Jr. UX|UI Designer: Jun 2020 - Jan 2021
Design Intern: May 2019 - May 2020
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Managed design projects with an offshore team, ensuring alignment with company goals, adherence to deadlines, and delivery of high-quality designs
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Led client interviews to better understand customer and end users needs and workflows
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Lead designer for clinical feature enhancements, driving a 80% increase in clinical user efficiency
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Led UX design overhaul of a patient-facing mobile product, enhancing user engagement
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Redesigned the reminder feature within HRS’ web portal to enable advanced patient adherence tracking, improving clinical outcomes
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Collaborated with engineers to successfully launch a global design system, streamlining product enhancement processes and reducing development time
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Joined the DEI Leadership Council to promote product accessibility, securing budget and achieving progress towards WCAG AA Level Compliance within two years
Freelance Product Designer at SitterSync (February 2024 - Present)
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UI redesign for the SitterSync mobile application, tailored to meet the needs and preferences of Gen-Z babysitter entrepreneurs
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Designed an insights dashboard to visualize key metrics that support informed decision-making for families and sitters
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Designed an enhanced payment system to streamlining transactions
Freelance Product Designer at Zeen (April 2024 - Present)
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Developed a unique brand identity that aligned with brand objectives and audience needs
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Conducted user research and competitive analysis to gain insights into the social commerce market and inform product strategy
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Created high fidelity mockups for Zeen’s web application and chrome extension
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Designed a personalized onboarding process to enable a curated shopping experience
Freelance Graphic Designer at University of Rochester - Center For Community Practice (May 2021 - Present)
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Created videos, pamphlets, and other promotional materials to support the successful launch of the Congenital Syphilis Prevention Program Campaign
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Created brand style guides and templates to improve design efficiency and visual cohesion
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Crafted a distinctive logo to enhance visual branding and market recognition
Freelance Web Content Developer at Stevens Institute of Technology
(March, 2019 - May, 2019)
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Utilized web content management system, Drupal, to improve the user experience for Stevens Institute of Technology Division of Finance internal and external web pages
Education
Stevens Institute of Technology
B.A Visual Arts and Technology (2016-2020)
Cumulative GPA 3.82
Minors: Marketing Analytics, Science Communications, & Science Technology & Society
Relevant Trainings
Radical Product Thinking: Vision Setting
Pendo.io | Issued Nov 2024
Aha! Product Management Professional Certificate
Aha! | Issued Jul 2024
HTML Essential Training
LinkedIn | Issued Aug 2024
CPACC Accessibility Prep Course
Deque University | Issued Jan 2024
Web Accessibility 2.2
Deque University | Issued 2023
WC3 WAI0.1x: Introduction to Web Accessibility
WC3 | Issued 2022
Awards + Achievements
MVP Award Health Recovery Solutions
Awarded 8 between 2019-2024 times for going above and beyond
Division III NCAA Athlete and Volunteer Coach, Stevens Institute of Technology
Fencing Team Member 2016-2020, Foil/Head Captain 2018- 2020, Volunteer Assistant Coach 2020-Present
10 Fun Facts About Me
Just something fun to get to know me better!
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Volunteer fencing coach at my alma mater Stevens Institute of Technology. Go Ducks! 🤺
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Personality type: ENFJ-T.
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Zodiac Sign: Scorpio. ♏
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Favorite number: -23 (Negative numbers need love too!).
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Made in China but raised in Upstate New York.
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Food is my love language! My savory specialty is beef wellington and my sweet specialty is matcha brownies! 👩🍳
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Recent marathon runner! Currently trying to complete the 9+1 to get into the NYC Marathon in 2026! 🏃♀️
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Love hiking and being outdoors. Favorite views are in the Italian Dolomites and Portugal! 🥾
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I’m based outside of NYC in Jersey City, New Jersey and love wondering around the city finding good places to eat. 🗽🍣
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Favorite design “accomplishment” crashing Adobe XD with a 20,000 layer component.
Allison L.
Urban Spillane
Industry Experience
Healthcare
Childcare Management
Commerce
Skills
Design Strategy + Vision
Prototyping & Wireframing
User Research
Validation Testing
Information Architecture
Design Systems
Responsive Design
Mobile & Web Design
Visual Design
WCAG 2.1 (Accessibility)
Agile Methodologies
B2B & B2C
Tool Kit
Tool Kit
Figma / Adobe XD / Sketch
Figjam + Mirro
JIRA + Confluence
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Microsoft and Google Suite
Education
Stevens Institute of Technology (2016 - 2020)
B.A Visual Arts and Technology
Cumulative GPA 3.82
Minors: Marketing Analytics, Science Communications, and STS (Science Technology and Society)
Work Experience
Product Designer, Health Recovery Solutions May 2019 - Present
Product Design Lead: Feb 2024 - Present
UX|UI Designer: Feb 2021 - Jan 2024
Jr. UX|UI Designer: Jun 2020 - Jan 2021
Design Intern: May 2019 - May 2020
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Managed design team projects with an offshore team, ensuring alignment with company goals, adherence to deadlines, and delivery of high-quality designs.
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Developed and executed design research plans to gain deeper insights into customer and end-user needs and workflows.
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Lead designer for clinical feature enhancements, driving a 80% increase in clinical user efficiency.
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Led UX design overhaul of a patient-facing mobile product, enhancing user engagement.
-
Redesigned the reminder feature within HRS’ web portal to enable advanced patient adherence tracking, improving clinical outcomes.
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Led the launch of a global design system, streamlining product enhancements and reducing development time.
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Joined the DEI Leadership Council to promote product accessibility, securing budget and achieving progress towards WCAG AA Level Compliance.
Freelance Product Designer, SitterSync February 2024 - Present
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UI redesign for the SitterSync mobile application, tailored to meet the needs of parents in need of parents seeking childcare Gen-Z babysitter entrepreneurs.
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Designed an insights dashboard to visualize key metrics that support informed decision-making for families and sitters.
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Optimized payment workflows to streamlining transactions.
Freelance Product Designer, Zeen April 2024 - December 2025
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Created brand identity that resonated with company goals and target audience.
Conducted in-depth user research and market analysis to gather insights for product strategy in the social commerce space.
Designed a personalized onboarding experience to enhance and curate the shopping journey.
Certificates
Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner, IBM March 2025
Covers design thinking principles to develop innovative solutions, foster collaboration, and improve customer experiences across organizations.
HTML Essential Training, LinkedIn August 2024
This course covers the fundamentals of HTML, including structure, elements, and best practices for building web pages. It provides hands-on experience in creating accessible and well-structured content for the web.
Aha! Product Management Professional Certificate July 2024
Completed product management certificate course covering product strategy, roadmapping, lifecycle management, and more.
Web Accessibility 2.2, Deque University December 2023
Detailed web accessibility curriculum with 14 certificates of completion including courses on designing accessible experiences and responsive design.
WAI0.1x: Introduction to Web Accessibility, EdX +WC3 March 2022
This course introduces web accessibility principles, guidelines (WCAG), and best practices for creating inclusive digital experiences. It covers usability, assistive technologies, and compliance to ensure accessibility for all users.