Chen Hu🇺🇸

About Chen Hu

Staff UX designer at Visa

Hello! I’m a multidisciplinary Designer passionate about creating intuitive and engaging user experiences. With over 10 years of experience, I’ve had the opportunity to work on various projects, from mobile apps to complex enterprise solutions.

Some recent updates around available sessions: 🍵 Coffee/Tea chat (15-20 mins): This session intends to have a casual conversation on any topic. Let's connect and learn from each other! 😀 General mentorship (45 mins): These are in-depth deep dive sessions on any design or career related topic. ✏️ Portfolio Review & Revamp (2 * 60-min sessions): With a focus on targeted strategies, we will work together to revamp your portfolio in a way that captures the attention of potential clients/employers. ✏️ Craft Compelling Design work (6 * 60-min sessions): These are the in-depth design series. We will be working together to help you craft compelling design project.

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Sessions with Chen Hu

• Coffee/Tea Chat (20 min): Schedule a casual coffee chat to connect and learn from each other. :)
• Portfolio Review & Revamp (2 sessions) (60 min): With a focus on targeted strategies, we will work together to revamp your portfolio in a way that captures the attention of potential clients or employers. Over the course of two one-hour sessions, we will dive deep into your existing portfolio and collaborate on fresh ideas to enhance its impact. Our discussions will center around key areas such as storytelling techniques that resonate with your audience, the seamless design of navigation that invites exploration, and the visual elements that create a compelling first impression.
• General Mentorship (45 min): In this session, we can discuss a wide range of career-related topics and address any questions or concerns you may have about your professional journey. Whether you're navigating effective communication with stakeholders, strategizing for promotions, mastering the art of networking at work, or exploring other aspects of your career, feel free to share your thoughts, and let's work together to enhance your professional trajectory.
• Craft Compelling Design Work (Long-term) (60 min): Join us for an engaging six-week session where we will convene once a week for an hour to explore the art of crafting standout design projects and case studies that captivate potential clients and future employers. Throughout our time together, we will delve into the essential elements of storytelling, visual design, and design thinking. Our aim is to equip you with the skills to communicate a compelling narrative through your design work. Each week will build upon the last as we refine your projects and enhance your ability to connect with your audience. This collaborative environment will allow you to receive valuable feedback and insights, ensuring that your design work not only stands out but also resonates deeply with those who encounter it. Whether you are looking to elevate your portfolio or simply wish to enhance your design itself.

What mentees say

“I had a few sessions with Chen to get my feedback on my portfolio review deck. Chen was super helpful in telling me what to improve with prioritization, makes it very clear for me to follow through. With her help, I ended up passing the interview. Highly recommand Chen for interview feedback!”

“Chen was so helpful and thoughtful! I got a lot of great, actionable feedback from the session, and really appreciated how clear, supportive, and insightful she was. Highly recommend booking a session with her.”

“I had a really valuable portfolio review session with Chen. She gave thoughtful and honest feedback on my case studies and helped me look at my work from a hiring manager’s perspective. Her advice on storytelling, visualizing design thinking, and presenting complex problems more clearly was especially useful. I came away with a much clearer direction for improving my portfolio.”