Welcome! I'm Sharon.

Step inside to explore my design philosophy, journey, and the work that fuels my passion.

My story

Born in Taiwan, cultivated in Canada, and inspired by the world. I bring a global perspective to my work, combining empathy, creativity, and curiosity to craft designs that make a difference.

With over 14 years of experience across product design, branding, and UX/UI, I’ve had the privilege of working with startups, nonprofits, and Fortune 500 companies. Whether freelancing, collaborating in-house, or consulting on contract, my mission is simple: use design to create a better, more inclusive world.

As an INFP personality type, I’m driven by empathy, purpose, and a desire to tell meaningful stories through design. I’m also a lover of nature, photography, and exploring the mystics — all of which inspire me.

50+

Companies helped

14

Years of design experience

My design philosophy

  1. Design is a tool for problem solving
  2. If you want to go fast, go alone; 
if you want to go far, go together
  3. Designs must be simple, clear, and helpful

Experience

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Resume

Designing digital products for enterprises, startups, and purpose-driven organizations since 2015.

North Star Digital Design

Full-Stack Designer
2023 — Present

Worked with entrepreneur and business owners to create highly engaging designs that delight customers and generate business impact.

Spatial Research & Design

Senior UX/UI Designer
2022 — 2024

Designed data-driven, end-to-end user experiences with a focus on accessibility, usability, and visual appeal to positively impact citizens and the environment.

Microsoft WXC

UX/UI Designer
2021 — 2023

Collaborated with cross-functional team to design a delightful, personalized, and seamless end-to-end experience from Windows taskbar entry point to MSN and Edge web experience.

Minivillage

Product Manager, Visual Designer, Mentor
2021 — 2023

Co-created a one-stop platform with the users and a multidisciplinary team to increase resilience and well-being. Designed the UX and UI of the product, managed the roadmap, and iterated the app closely with the developers based on user research and user feedback.

Radical I/O Technology

Digital Product Designer
2017 — 2019

Designed UX and UI for emerging technologies (Voice AI, VR) and enterprise software with multiple surfaces / mobile devices that empowers government, education, and the entertainment sector while keeping a diverse of users in mind.

Sharon Hsiao Design

Full-Stack Product Designer
2011 — 2023

Passionately crafting UX/UI, and visually engaging designs specifically tailored for purpose-driven organizations.

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Education & Uplevelling

Places that I built the foundation of my knowledge.

Level Up Figma and Design System Training

Joey Banks
2024

Sustainable Growth Design

Sera Tajima
2024

Service Design & Various Design Topics

Interaction Design Foundation
2024

Product management

Brainstation
2020

Apprenticeship UX/UI

Bloc.io
2015

Illustration & Design: Elements & Application

Capilano University
2009 — 2012

Your design BFF

Ready to solve problems, spark creativity, and make it fun while we’re at it? Let’s work on something amazing together (and maybe have a few laughs along the way)!

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