C&EN

American Chemical Society

— ROLE
UX Designer

— ORGANIZATION
American Chemical Society

— TIMEFRAME
Aug 2023 — Present

— LOCATION
Washington, DC · Hybrid

Overview

As the UX Designer for Chemical & Engineering News, I design and maintain the digital layout for one of the leading industry magazines in chemistry, reaching a subscriber base of over 90,000. C&EN is a publication of the American Chemical Society, and my role sits at the intersection of editorial design and web production — making sure that every story, feature, and data visualization looks right and works well across all devices.

What I Do

Digital Production

I spearhead digital production for major feature pieces like Global/US Top 50, Year in Pharma/Chemistry, and World Chemical Outlook. This involves creating dynamic web graphics, interactive visualizations, and digital elements for weekly cover articles and features — translating complex scientific data into clear, engaging visuals for our readership.

Visual Strategy & UX

I develop and implement innovative visual strategies for digital content, enhancing the user experience and increasing engagement among new target demographics. I review and approve all digital story layouts to ensure visual consistency and production quality across the site, maintaining the editorial standard C&EN's audience expects.

Editorial Collaboration

I collaborate with the editorial team to align digital content with the magazine's visual and editorial standards while leading the transition to a digital-first production process. I ensure web content is optimized for all devices and platforms, maintaining a high standard of accessibility throughout.