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apps by me

my green journal

web app that gives plant lovers a simple, visually-driven way to track plant care, growth patterns, and environmental needs.

deal with the dead

turn-based survival card game where players draw cards, build a loadout, and fight off waves of "Dead."

professional work

data transformation

citi • sr. design manager

led ux across multiple enterprise data programs, simplifying complex workflows for thousands of internal users.

risk management

citi • sr. design manager

led ux for risk and controls tools that improved data quality, audit readiness, and day-to-day workflows.

citi.com redesign

citi • design lead

led the homepage redesign for citi.com, modernizing the experience for over a million customers.

ways to save

citi • design lead

designed a personalized savings experience that helps customers manage and optimize their savings.

account opening & funding

citi • sr. designer

improved the mobile account opening and funding flows to make the process clearer and easier for customers, reducing friction and supporting a smooth account setup.

act/sat prep

quesbook • ux/ui designer

created the ux and visual system for quesbook, an ed-tech startup that makes it easy to identify, practice, and master weak testing skills for the sat and act.

more work

looper

a running app that generates personalized looped routes based on distance and location, helping users seamlessly integrate exercise into their daily routines.

movie theater

a responsive web experience that reimagines the movie theater booking process, creating an intuitive flow from browsing to ticket purchase across all devices.

united nations app

a mobile application concept that makes global news, alerts, and donation opportunities more accessible, balancing information density with clarity for users worldwide.

usps stamps

a digital stamp collection experience that gamifies postal engagement through a points-based reward system, making collecting and managing stamps intuitive.

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act/sat prep

quesbook • ux/ui designer

quesbook

an ed tech startup that makes it easy to identify, practice, and master weak testing skills for the sat and act.

Quesbook logo

school improvement landing page

a landing page designed to showcase to educators how quesbook makes it easy to identify, practice, and master weak testing skills for the sat and act. the design emphasizes clarity and results, speaking directly to educators' needs for actionable solutions.

School Improvement Landing Page

school portal

a comprehensive dashboard that allows teachers to quickly identify areas of need at the school, class, or individual student level. real-time progress data helps educators track score improvements and make data-driven decisions to support student success.

School Portal

educator's homepage

a dedicated portal designed specifically for educators to learn about quesbook's offerings and product capabilities. the design language differs from the student-facing experience to better appeal to educators, emphasizing professionalism, data, and educational outcomes.

Educator's Homepage

blog

a student-focused blog that provides easy access to actionable advice and tips for test preparation. the design prioritizes discoverability and readability, making it simple for students to find the guidance they need for the act and sat.

Blog

illustrations & animation

recognizing that students already face enough stress, we developed a playful illustration and animation style that makes studying more engaging and approachable. the visual language balances fun with professionalism, creating moments of delight throughout the experience.

Illustrations & Animation

emails

email templates that authentically communicate quesbook's brand voice and mission. each email is designed to clearly communicate how the platform makes test preparation more accessible and effective for students nationwide.

Emails

instructional value deck

a comprehensive presentation deck that showcases how educators across the country can implement and utilize quesbook's products in their classrooms. the deck emphasizes practical implementation strategies and demonstrates the platform's value for both teachers and students.

Instructional Value Deck

looper

a running app that generates personalized looped routes based on distance and location, helping users seamlessly integrate exercise into their daily routines.

Looper

movie theater

a responsive web experience that reimagines the movie theater booking process, creating an intuitive flow from browsing to ticket purchase across all devices.

Movie Theater

united nations app

a mobile application concept that makes global news, alerts, and donation opportunities more accessible, balancing information density with clarity for users worldwide.

United Nations App

usps stamps

a digital stamp collection experience that gamifies postal engagement through a points-based reward system, making collecting and managing stamps intuitive.

USPS Stamps
Angel Caquias

i design and lead digital experiences that bring clarity to complex systems.

i work across product design, ux strategy, and team leadership, often in environments shaped by scale and constraint. i'm drawn to work where progress comes from careful thinking, strong structure, and decisions that hold up over time.

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how i work

i approach design as a problem-solving discipline rooted in systems thinking and collaboration.

  • i prioritize clarity and usability, especially in complex or high-stakes environments.
  • i design within real-world constraints, balancing craft, feasibility, and long-term sustainability, while looking for opportunities to evolve how those constraints are defined.
  • i think in systems and patterns, ensuring individual experiences work as part of a cohesive whole.
  • i work closely with cross-functional partners to align design decisions with product, technical, and business realities.
  • i value mentorship and enablement, creating space for teams to grow while delivering meaningful outcomes.
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beyond the work

outside of my day-to-day role, i'm often building, exploring, or experimenting with ideas, sometimes as side projects, sometimes simply to learn. i'm drawn to work that is self-directed and evolving, where i can test assumptions, refine systems, and stay close to the craft. these pursuits help me stay curious and thoughtful about how i design, lead, and make decisions.

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2018 – present · full-time

vp, product design sr. manager

2022 – present

lead ux strategy and design execution across enterprise transformation initiatives, focusing on complex internal platforms and large-scale systems.

focus areas:

data transformation (2024 – present)
  • lead product design and ux strategy for enterprise data transformation initiatives supporting internal platforms and employee experiences.
  • manage and mentor a cross-disciplinary design team, balancing delivery, quality, and long-term system thinking.
  • partner with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to evolve workflows, tools, and design patterns within complex constraints.
  • drive clarity and cohesion across systems as programs scale and mature.
risk management (2022 – 2024)
  • led ux strategy and design execution for enterprise risk management programs supporting regulatory remediation efforts.
  • delivered internal employee experience tools that streamlined workflows and improved usability across complex risk and control processes.
  • managed design efforts across multiple initiatives, aligning design outcomes with operational and regulatory requirements.
  • helped modernize legacy systems through incremental, system-level design improvements.
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vp, product design lead — financial wellness

2020 – 2022
  • led ux design for high-profile consumer features within the citi mobile app and citi.com.
  • guided design execution for the citi homepage redesign, balancing visual refresh with improved ux behaviors.
  • led and supported designers delivering customer-facing journeys focused on usability, engagement, and trust.
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avp, senior product designer — citi mobile app

2018 – 2020
  • designed mobile experiences across ios and android for the citi mobile app.
  • led ux design for account opening and funding flows, improving usability and customer adoption.
  • collaborated closely with product and engineering to deliver end-to-end mobile journeys.
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Quesbook logo
2017 – 2018 · full-time

ux designer

  • designed and refined web and mobile learning experiences, improving usability and accessibility.
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freelance designer

2014 – 2017
  • delivered ux and visual design work for a range of clients across digital products and websites.
  • built early experience across research, design, and execution.
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education

the city university of new york

bachelor of technology in communication design, web design

associate in applied science, communication design

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