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Hi
I'M

Chris(TOPHER) CLOUD.

A (SOCIAL IMPACT) DESIGNER
 
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01 PROCESS

HUMAN-CENTERED SKILLS & ABILITIES

I believe design should start with empathy, curiosity, and a commitment to solving real problems, not just creating polished solutions. To me, good design is about listening first, understanding context, and building with people, not for them. I see every project as an opportunity to create something that is not only functional, but meaningful and lasting.

 

At SMU’s MADI (Master of Arts in Design and Innovation) program, this personal philosophy was challenged, expanded, and strengthened. Through the human-centered design (HCD) process, I learned to approach problems systemically — beginning with deep research, uncovering root causes, and iterating solutions based on real-world feedback. Whether designing experiences, products, or strategies, MADI taught me to balance creativity with discipline, empathy with structure, and vision with action.

FIGMA / MIRO

ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD

 MICROSOFT 365 / COPILOT / TEAMS

GENERATIVE AI 

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

CONCEPT EXPLORATION

SURVEY CREATION

 USER INTERVIEWS

PROTOTYPING

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

USABILITY TESTING

IDEATION

AUTOCAD

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN

PROFESSIONAL 

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Hi! Im Chris, a Human-Centered Designer dedicated to creating meaningful impact by strengthening communities through solutions rooted in research and driven by evidence-based decision making.

 

I believe true success encompasses not only personal achievements but also the positive influence we have on others, both now and for future generations.

 

For me, Human-Centered Design connects consumer and community insights with social and business impact by helping to create better experiences, stronger teams, and ultimately, better companies.

PORTFOLIO
EXPERIENCEO

02 PORTFOLIO

03 PROFESSIONAL

2025 - Current

SMU: MADI

Research Assistant

  • Facilitated corporate-nonprofit engagement through prototype development; supported skill-based volunteerism via targeted research; streamlined stakeholder communication

  • Skills: Contextual research, stakeholder documentation, prototyping/testing, workshop facilitation, file management

2023 - 2025

GRADUATE STUDENT

SMU MADI

  • The M.A. in Design and Innovation is a two-year, full-time graduate program in Human-Centered Design supported by both the Lyle School of Engineering and the Meadows School of the Arts.

  • Skills: Human-Centered Design, Design Thinking, Qualitative Research, User Interviews, Empathy Mapping, Journey Mapping, Affinity Clustering, Usability Testing, Survey Design and Analysis, Contextual Inquiry, Service Blueprinting, Wireframing, Rapid Prototyping, High-Fidelity Prototyping, UX/UI Design, Scenario Planning, Visual Communication,  Information Architecture, Product Development, Stakeholder Mapping, Systems Thinking, Collaborative Workshop Facilitation 

2021 - 2023

DALLAS ISD

AVID PROGRAM MANAGER

  • Secured grants and integrated $50K+ VR headsets via corporate partnerships; Boosted community engagement through culturally responsive initiatives; Enhanced student support through personalized advising and professional development

  • Skills: Strategic Tech integration, Event coordination, CRM & LMS systems, Digital engagement, Collaboration, Inclusivity, Strategic, Inspirational, Relationship-building

2016 - 2021

DALLAS ISD 

A.C.E. STEM EDUCATOR

  • Achieved 100% student promotion rate in inclusion classes; delivered targeted instruction to elevate lowest-performing students; facilitated inclusive, differentiated STEM curriculum

  • Skills: Differentiated instruction, inclusive education, academic interventions, performance assessment, curriculum implementation, Patience, Perseverance, Motivation, Inclusion, Resilience

CONTACT

Past
Professional
Partners

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LET'S CONNECT!

I’m always open to conversations around human-centered design, product innovation, and creating thoughtful solutions that make a real impact. Whether you’re interested in collaborating, have a question, or just want to say hello—feel free to reach out!

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