Hi! I'm Jamie.

I turn user insights into better digital experiences.

UX designer and HCI researcher focused on usability, information architecture, and translating research into actionable product solutions.

M.S. Human-Computer Interaction · DePaul University

Hi! I'm Jamie.

I turn user insights into better digital experiences.

UX designer and HCI researcher focused on usability, information architecture, and translating research into actionable product solutions.

M.S. Human-Computer Interaction · DePaul University

Hi! I'm Jamie.

I turn user insights into better digital experiences.

UX designer and HCI researcher focused on usability, information architecture, and translating research into actionable product solutions.

M.S. Human-Computer Interaction · DePaul University

JN Creatives Quill Designs

Building experiences, learning constantly.

Here's what I'm focused on right now.

M.S. in Human-Computer Interaction

DePaul University

Deepening my knowledge in user research, product design, human-centered technology, and ethical AI design.

Visual & Brand Systems Designer

Nivan

Reshaping digital experiences, defining the design system, and creating visual assets for an AI + Design innovation conference.

President

DePaul User Experience Association

Building community and leading teams through UX events, workshops, and opportunities for students to learn and connect.


Arrow Doodle I enjoy working where research meets design.

Through detailed research, I uncover what users are actually experiencing, identify opportunities for design, and translate key insights into practical solutions. Here are a few projects where research, strategy, and design come together.

Featured Project

Quill Kits

UX Research

Product Strategy

UX Design


Reimagining the B2B purchasing experience to help Quill engage Gen-Z workplace buyers as the company's traditional customer base ages.


Northwestern Site IA Redesign Project

Northwestern Medicine IA Redesign

UX Research

Information Architecture

Usability Testing


Reorganizing a complex healthcare website to improve findability and navigation. Through iterative card sorting and tree testing, we refined vague categories into a clearer, task-oriented navigation structure.


Nivan Print and Digital Assets

Nivan | An Innovation Conference

UX

Visual Design

Brand


Creating a cohesive visual identity and digital experience across Nivan's web and print marketing touchpoints. By developing a scalable brand design system and reusable visual assets, I helped create the foundation for future designs.


Read about me!

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A Photo of Jamie Nillas

Curious about people, products, and everything in between.


About Me
I'm a UX designer and HCI Master's student who enjoys understanding how people interact with technology and turning those observations into better experiences. I love understanding "the why" behind design decisions which pushes me to question my assumptions and challenge my own work. My background in visual design and photography fuels my creativity, while my passion for understanding helps me create designs that are intuitive and impactful.

Outside of UX
I'm a big foodie! You'll often find me exploring Chicago, checking out new cafes and restaurants. I'm also a photographer at heart, so naturally, I'm always looking for something worth capturing.

Curious about people, products, and everything in between.


About Me
I'm a UX designer and HCI Master's student who enjoys understanding how people interact with technology and turning those observations into better experiences. I love understanding "the why" behind design decisions which pushes me to question my assumptions and challenge my own work. My background in visual design and photography fuels my creativity, while my passion for understanding helps me create designs that are intuitive and impactful.

Outside of UX
I'm a big foodie! You'll often find me exploring Chicago, checking out new cafes and restaurants. I'm also a photographer at heart, so naturally, I'm always looking for something worth capturing.