Lily Mae Pido

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Hello there!

I'm Lily Mae, a UI/UX designer with a Bachelors in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Computer Science, Philosophy, and Sociology at San Diego State University. In April 2023, I successfully completed the 10-month UI/UX Design Certificate Program at SDSU Global Campus.

My UI/UX Origin Story

I am a UI/UX Designer with a mind that moves between the technical, the theoretical, and the human. My journey began in Computer Science, where I learned to think like a programmer and break down problems into elegant, logical solutions.

My curiosity didn’t stop there. Philosophy introduced me to big questions and abstract thinking, while Sociology taught me how to connect the dots between people, culture, and society. Then I discovered UI/UX Design, the perfect space where all these worlds intersect. Here, I get to create experiences that are not only usable but also enjoyable and accessible to all.

My passion for UI/UX design traces back to my childhood, when I struggled with the complex menus in my favorite video games. Participating in both open and closed beta versions gave me the opportunity to identify and address issues, ensuring smoother, more intuitive experiences before the games went live.

I have a mind that moves between the technical, the theoretical, and the human. My journey began in Computer Science, where I learned to think like a programmer and break down problems into elegant, logical solutions.

The passion for UI/UX design traces back to my childhood, when I struggled with the complex menus in my favorite video games. Participating in both open and closed beta versions gave me the opportunity to identify and address issues, ensuring smoother, more intuitive experiences before the games went live.

Currently…

I am currently a Game Test Analyst in quality assurance, contributing to usability and player experience for PlayStation Studios titles. With a background in UI/UX design, I bring a design perspective to how players interact with systems, interfaces, and gameplay experiences.

The Vision Behind My Brand

Video games played a significant role in my childhood, and I wanted to design a logo that reflects a minimalist aesthetic while celebrating the hobby that shaped me.

The logo is inspired by the directional input pad (D-pad) on a video game controller. On most D-pads, the right button moves a character forward in 2D side-scrollers, while the left button moves them backward. The missing left direction represents a shift in my life and shows that I am now steering my own path forward.

Video games played a significant role in my childhood, and I wanted a logo that reflects a minimalist aesthetic while celebrating the hobby that shaped me. I have never felt more confident in my career direction, and my lifelong desire to make a meaningful contribution to society has finally found its purpose!

When you deconstruct the logo, you’ll notice my first name initial (L) and last name initial (P) cleverly embedded within it.

The pixelated font is inspired by my lifelong passion for video games.

Do they also remind you of Tetriminos? 😊🕹️

When you deconstruct the logo, you’ll notice my first name initial (L) and last name initial (P) cleverly embedded within it.

The pixelated font is inspired by my lifelong passion for video games.

Do they also remind you of Tetriminos? 😊🕹️