Hi! My name is Jamie Sawczyszyn.
I'm a UI/UX designer and researcher with a people-first mindset; I specialize in accessible, systems-driven design.
I'm a UI/UX designer and researcher with a people-first mindset; I specialize in accessible, systems-driven design.
As a UI/UX designer & researcher based in Philly with 5+ years of experience, I've been helping small businesses, educational institutions, and nonprofits deliver better experiences. Recently, I’ve been contracting with law organizations at the University of Pennsylvania and Temple University, working at the intersection of user research, systems thinking, and public interest technology. Through qualitative research and close collaboration with stakeholders, I help teams improve existing platforms, design accessible and scalable solutions, and make more intentional, mission-aligned decisions about their digital presence.
I am also the vice chair of the local nonprofit UX community group PhillyCHI, speaking on panel discussions, running workshops, and building partnerships with other organizations to provide seasoned and budding UX professionals with community, career networking, workshops, and opportunities to gain new skills.
In my spare time, I love gardening with my cat, Bean, being a personal chef, and doing martial arts. I am also building a community resources platform for the city of Philadelphia, aimed at providing the people of Philly an intuitive, user-centric, accessible, and highly filterable community connection resource.
I’ve led UX research and design for large-scale projects at mission-driven institutions; digging into user needs through interviews, audits, and prototyping in Figma.
Each project focused on making complex digital systems more intuitive, inclusive, and human-centered.
From whiteboards to workshops, I thrive in spaces where ideas spark and people connect. Whether I'm facilitating PhillyCHI events, conducting interviews, or leading design discussions, I bring energy, empathy, and structure to every room I’m in. These moments reflect the collaborative spirit and curiosity that fuel my work.
A few kind words from teammates and collaborators
"Jamie consistently delivers intuitive, visually engaging, and pixel-perfect designs, grounded in deep empathy for users and a strong sense of each project’s unique aesthetic. What sets her apart is her rare ability to understand complex technical requirements and translate them into comprehensive design specifications. She approaches projects holistically, recognizing the interconnectedness of design decisions and technical implementation, which keeps projects moving smoothly and collaboratively."
"Jamie has been so responsive and flexible while working on building our websites; making sure to keep our needs and the needs of our clients in the forefront of her mind, creating and delivering the perfect end product."
"Jamie played a key role in bringing the project to life. We were really counting on her, and she delivered. Incredible work—thank you so much. The team sends their deepest gratitude for everything leading up to RightsCon."
"You had better hire her."
I look closely at what people need, where they get stuck, and what the experience is asking of them. Through interviews, observation, synthesis, and analysis, I turn research into clear direction for design decisions.
I turn user and stakeholder insights into clear interfaces and digital experiences. My process includes research synthesis, IA, content strategy, usability testing, and frequent iteration so designs stay useful, understandable, and easy to navigate.
I design and facilitate workshops, participatory co-design sessions, and community events that bring people together, whether that means aligning stakeholders around a project or creating space for the Philly design community to connect and learn from each other.
I try to design with accessibility and inclusion in mind from the start, considering who might be left out, what barriers people may face, and how the experience can be made clearer and easier to use.
I like to zoom out before jumping into the interface, looking at the people, goals, content, and systems around the experience so the solution makes sense beyond a single page or feature.
I’m always happy to chat about design, collaboration, or new ideas.