Sponsored Project

Mary Pickford Arts Alliance is a digital tool designed to enhance collaboration among Los Angeles art nonprofits.

Details

Year

Sep '24 - Dec '24

Role

UX Designer

Focus

UX Research, UI, UX Design, Prototyping, Stakeholder Collaboration

"How can we empower LA art nonprofits
to collaborate effectively
and leverage art
to address mental health challenges?"

Overview

In partnership with the Mary Pickford Foundation, I designed a digital tool and led the feature to help LA art nonprofits collaborate more effectively by streamlining communication and resource sharing.

Success Metrics

500

“Our goal is to empower 500 LA art nonprofits through this digital tool.”
— The Mary Pickford Foundation

Insights Synthesis

Through ethical participatory research with 3 stakeholders from the Mary Pickford Foundation and 6 LA arts nonprofits, we found that nonprofits struggle with limited resources and often work in silos.

"How can we help LA art nonprofits
efficiently share and find resources
to reduce
waste and strengthen collaboration?"

Solution 01

Share Resources & Build Partnerships

Art nonprofits that work in silos can build partnerships and amplify collective impact by sharing resources.

Solution 02

Access & Ask for Community Resources

Art nonprofits with limited resources can easily request and access community support.

Design Iteration

I explored solutions through user testing and discussions with stakeholders.

Email Design System

Observing art nonprofits users heavily rely on email for communication. I designed an email system that determines when users receive specific messages when sharing and requesting resources.

Stakeholder feedback

"We can really see resource sharing helping art non-profits,"

Reflection

01

Feedback is a gift

I learned the importance of gathering diverse feedback early and often, recognizing how unique perspectives strengthen design decisions.

02

The process is circular, not linear

I learn how to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional partners within my team.

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