Welcome! I'm Sharon.

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

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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
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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
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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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Cryptocurrency dashboard showing Bitcoin price at $43,716.64 with market trends, portfolio overview, and analysis charts.
Laptop and smartphone displaying Richmond's Personalized Portal with account balance and service updates for My Family Home.
Microsoft homepage displaying 'Grow My Watchlist' with a stock watchlist interface showing suggested stocks, market data, and investment categories including Warren Buffett’s top stocks, low forward P/E stocks, and metaverse investments.
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CleanBC website homepage showing family silhouette by a lake with mountains, promoting rebates to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Cryptocurrency dashboard showing Bitcoin price at $43,716.64 with market trends, portfolio overview, and analysis charts.
User dashboard showing upcoming bookings: Pet Sitting for cats and dogs on August 19, Dog Walking on August 20, and Summer Kayaking at Deep Cove on August 30, with times, locations, and host details.
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Laptop and smartphone displaying Richmond's personalized portal for managing home services like garbage pickup, property tax, and utility balance.
Microsoft Money Grow My Watchlist interface showing an empty watchlist with options to create watchlists based on various stocks and sectors.
CleanBC website homepage showing family silhouette by a lake with mountains, promoting rebates to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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