I Am

As a Senior UX Designer with nearly two decades of experience, I specialize in crafting innovative, user-centered solutions that align business objectives with user needs. From cloud to mobile platforms, I create seamless, impactful experiences that deliver measurable results.

I thrive on solving complex challenges, leading cross-functional teams, and guiding projects from concept to launch. My expertise spans industries like healthcare, entertainment, and fintech, where I’ve delivered designs that resonate with users and achieve business goals.

Using tools like Figma, Axure RP, and AI-driven strategies, I excel at the entire design lifecycle — user research, wireframes, prototypes, and front-end implementation. Whether enhancing interfaces or building new solutions, I bring creativity, technical precision, and a passion for delivering designs that make a real difference.

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Jesse Westlund, UX Designer and Consultant, specializing in user-centered design.

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With over 15 years of experience as a UX design consultant, I have led and contributed to hundreds of projects, ranging from short-term initiatives to multi-year endeavors.

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What have I learned?

Here’s a snapshot of the tools and skills I use to create impactful, user-centered designs. Each percentage reflects my proficiency, giving you a clear picture of where my expertise shines and how I can contribute to your projects.

Process
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95%
Requirements Gathering
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95%
User Experience Design
User Interaction graphic
95%
User Interaction Design
Front-end code refers to the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript used to build the interactive and visual components of a website or application that users directly interact with.
70%
Frontend Development
Tools
Figma is a cloud-based design tool for creating user interfaces, prototypes, and design systems collaboratively in real time.
99%
Figma
Axure RP is a wireframing and prototyping tool used to design interactive, high-fidelity web and mobile app prototypes with advanced functionality.
99%
Axure RP
Sketch is a vector-based design tool for creating user interfaces, websites, and prototypes, widely used by UI/UX designers for its simplicity and integration with plugins.
99%
Sketch
Adobe XD is a design and prototyping tool from Adobe, allowing designers to create interactive user experiences and collaborate in real-time.
99%
Adobe XD
Balsamiq is a wireframing tool that helps quickly create low-fidelity mockups, focusing on structure and layout over detailed design.
100%
Balsamiq
Artificial Intelligence as it relates to User Experience refers to the use of AI technologies, such as machine learning and natural language processing, to enhance and personalize user interactions, predict needs, and automate tasks within applications.
85%
AI Tools
Photoshop is a graphic design software used for editing and creating raster images, including photos, illustrations, and web graphics.
90%
Photoshop
Illustrator is a vector graphic design tool used to create scalable illustrations, logos, icons, and other design elements.
85%
Illustrator
Autodesk Maya is a 3D computer graphics software used for modeling, animation, and rendering, often used in film, TV, and game design for creating detailed 3D models and animations.
70%
Maya
After Effects is a software for creating motion graphics and visual effects, widely used for video post-production, animation, and interactive media.
75%
After Effects
Code
HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the standard language used to create and structure content on the web, defining elements like headings, paragraphs, links, images, and more.
85%
HTML
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is a style sheet language used to describe the presentation of a web page, including layout, colors, fonts, and overall visual appearance.
85%
CSS
Bootstrap is an open-source front-end framework that provides pre-designed HTML, CSS, and JavaScript components for building responsive and mobile-first websites quickly and efficiently.
85%
Bootstrap
jQuery is a fast, lightweight JavaScript library that simplifies HTML document traversal, event handling, and animation, making it easier to work with JavaScript across different browsers.
60%
jQuery
SQL (Structured Query Language) is a programming language used for managing and manipulating relational databases, allowing users to query, insert, update, and delete data efficiently.
75%
SQL
Platforms
Jira is a project management and issue tracking tool designed for agile teams to plan, track, and release software, with features for managing tasks, sprints, and bug reports.
90%
Jira
Azure DevOpps, also known as ADO, which has components a Project Management tool
90%
Azure DevOps
Confluence is a collaborative workspace and knowledge management tool that allows teams to create, share, and organize documentation, meeting notes, and project plans in one central place.
90%
Confluence
Salesforce is a cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) platform that helps businesses streamline sales, marketing, service, and analytics through automation, AI, and data-driven insights.
70%
Salesforce
SharePoint is a web-based collaboration and document management platform that enables organizations to store, share, and manage content, workflows, and information securely.
85%
SharePoint
Trello is a visual project management tool that helps teams organize tasks and workflows using boards, lists, and cards for easy collaboration and tracking.
90%
Trello

What have I been up to?

With over 15 years of experience as a UX design consultant, I have led and contributed to hundreds of projects, ranging from short-term initiatives to multi-year projects.

My work spans industries of all kinds, combining design expertise and project management to deliver impactful solutions.

Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario Designs
ETFO - Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype
Helmsley Charitable Trust Designs
Helmsley Charitable Trust
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype
Calpine Energy Designs
Calpine Energy
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype
Association of Public Health Designs
APHL - Association of Public Health
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype
HealthChildren.org - AAP Media Plan Design
HealthChildren.org - AAP Media Plan
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype
Various Graphic Design
Various Graphic Design
User Experience, Design, Wireframes, Prototype

What else do I do?

Strategy, Design, Development, and Test.

User Centered Design

I design solutions that prioritize user needs, ensuring intuitive and impactful experiences that align with business goals.

User Research

Through interviews, surveys, and data analysis, I uncover insights to inform designs and create products users love.

Information Architecture

I organize content and workflows to create clear, logical structures that guide users seamlessly through digital experiences.

Interactive Prototyping and Wireframes

Using tools like Figma and Axure RP, I craft detailed wireframes and prototypes to visualize and test ideas before development.

User Testing

I gather feedback from real users to refine designs, enhance usability, and ensure the final product meets user needs and expectations.

Branding, Logo Design, and Animation

I bring brands to life with memorable logos, cohesive visuals, and engaging animations that elevate storytelling.

What are they saying about me?

Helping clients create seamless experiences—don't just take my word for it, hear what they have to say!

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Anthonly Handley

Jesse is an accomplished professional. As a designer and UX practitioner, he has a knack for finding that sweet spot between the needs of end-users and the goals of business stakeholders. While at Magenic, Jesse played a key role in the success of several high-profile projects. He is a very talented designer, a hard worker, and all around good guy. I would jump at the chance to work with him again.

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Mathew Doty

Jesse was a tremendous asset to the UX team at RBA. His easy-going approach coupled with his broad user-centered skill-set enabled Jesse to contribute to some of out most critical client engagements. In the time that we worked together, I came to rely on Jesse's input in a variety of decisions that affected the UX team and how we do our work. I'd work with Mr Westlund again if given the opportunity.

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Steve Burdette

Our team is diverse and geographically dispersed, but I had the privilege of working in the same office as Jesse, allowing frequent personal interactions. Jesse is an exceptional graphic designer with a mastery of simple-to-complex design patterns and the ability to perform excellent heuristic analyses. He rapidly iterates designs for desktop, mobile, and web applications with ease, demonstrating this on both large and small projects. Most impressive is Jesse’s connection with users; his thoughtful designs anticipate problems and ensure usability. He is unafraid to seek help when needed, making him an invaluable asset to any organization. I strongly recommend him.

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Justin Wendlandt

Jesse is a rock star User Experience Engineer with deep expertise in both User-Centered Design (UCD, GDD) and Usability. His knowledge in these areas is impressive. We collaborated on an application dashboard project that provided seamless access to application shortcuts. Jesse designed an intuitive, user-friendly interface and produced all necessary artifacts, showcasing his end-to-end User Experience capabilities. Jesse excels at adding the "wow" factor to projects. I’ve never heard customers express amazement as often as they did with his designs. Truly an exceptional and experienced designer, I would gladly work with Jesse again given the opportunity.

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Joy Renee

Jesse's natural leadership talents helped the entire UX team at RBA. I was continually impressed by his user experience strategy work. He always exceeded client expectations and was willing to help mentor other coworkers.

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Don Kvam

Jesse is a great UX professional with wonderful sense of design that is only matched by his dedication to his clients success.

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Elisa Poquette

Jesse has a great deal of confidence and is able to build a strong rapport with our clients. His ability to speak to both technical and design aspects of any project has been a great asset to our team.

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Jeff Ferguson

Jesse was always gracious with his time, both in answering questions and taking the time to understand what we needed to ensure that the resulting application was built correctly. Jesse's design skills ensured that we came away with a good product that not only worked, but looked great and interacted well from a user experience point of view. Jesse was always cheerful, taking additional requirements in stride without becoming frustrated. I would be happy to work with Jesse again.

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Monica Murphy

Jesse helped our company with 3D web animation to show our services to our clients and prospects. Jesse was creative, easy to work with and a true professional. We'd hire him again in a minute!

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Timothy Kemen

Jesse has great patience when dealing with complex issues, a key attribute required for success when troubleshooting complex technical problems. Some much of what we face in life in not recorded in an instruction manual some where and has to be dealt with by patience and persistence. Jesse works the problem until a resolution or alternative can be found. This is an important trait to have when dealing with computer software. Jesse has this trait.

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Marilynn King

Jesse is a very detail oriented person. He is very professional, and knowledgeable at what he does. He is a pleasure to work with. Jesse is a team player. He shares his skills and knowledge (which is extensive) with all who asks. He completes his task with accuracy and quality work. He is a valued team member of our training department.

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Mandy Nowacki

Jesse is an absolutely amazing designer. "Going above and beyond" does not even begin to describe his dedication to meeting a deadline, and he produces only the highest quality output. Jesse has endless patience, and the uncanny ability to take the most obscure idea and turn it into a digitized masterpiece. He is very strong in nearly every design suite of products on the market, and what he doesn't know, he masters in hours. I highly recommend Jesse for a senior position in his field.

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Carla Begseth

Jesse is an expert in his field! He is current in his knowledge across many design applications and is able to make solid recommendations. Jesse has used his knowledge and creativity to successfully develop multi-media training modules in a sales training setting. Jesse brings a unique ability to see the possibilitlies and then make them happen. He can adapt to many types of situations. He is easy to work with and calm under pressure. I would recommend Jesse to anyone!

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Steve Pine, Ph.D.

Jesse did a great job doing a web based animation for me. He was easy to work with, on time, and within budget. I highly recommend him.

What Am I Thinking?

My blog explores the intersection of UX design and AI, highlighting best practices, emerging trends, and innovative ideas shaping the industry.

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I bet that AI and UX Tools can play nice together.

Discover how AI and UX design tools are transforming workflows today and paving the way for smarter, more user-centered design in the future.

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Adobe XD : Hey Big Guy. The sun's getting real low.

Adobe XD is being replaced by more powerful UX design tools like Figma, Sketch, and Framer, which offer better collaboration and advanced features.

Let's Connect

Feel free to reach out via the contact form, or connect with me by phone or email.
My Phone is always on and my inbox is always open.

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Call or text me anytime, and I'll get back to you ASAP.

(952) 457-5635
Email

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I`d love to talk about your next project.

jwestlund@jessewestlund.com
Location

Just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota
Savage, MN 55378

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