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Hello, I’m
YUANYI ZHOU
Senior Product Designer based in Seattle, with experience in EdTech, e-commerce, and SaaS. I design to make people feel seen.
elainezhou@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
6+years
PROJECTS DONE
20+
AWARDS WON
6
MENTOR HOURS
100+
CASE STUDY
Udemy
One Homepage for Learners and Businesses
I led Udemy’s homepage redesign in December 2023, now rolled out globally, shifting it from a course marketplace to a professional learning platform.
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MockAI
AI Interview Prep for Engineers
I led the design of an AI-driven tool to boost coding interview skills, enhancing communication and problem-solving through real-world simulations.
Read more
Microsoft Places
Space Management System + Copilot
I led the UX design for the foundation for Microsoft’s space management system and explored Copilot AI to reimagine its future through conversation-driven workflows.
Read more
Microsoft M365
Connect IT and Employees in Hybrid Work
I led the 0 to 1 design of Organizational Messages in Microsoft 365, a scalable messaging system for enterprise organizations.
Read more
Udemy
Streamlining Checkout for Growth
I redesigned Udemy’s checkout flow with 1-click and guest checkout features, grounded in research and iterative testing, driving a significant boost in conversions.
Coming soon
WHAT I CAN CONTRIBUTE
Expertise
01 —
Growth UX Design
I design data-driven acquisition and conversion flows that boost GMV, user growth, and retention.
02 —
Visual & Design System
I create reusable system components and visuals that scale globally with consistency and speed.
03 —
UX Research
I run studies and experiments that uncover insights, validate ideas, and balance user clarity with business goals.
04 —
Design Mentorship
I guide interns and junior designers, strengthening team culture through workshops and collaboration.
OTHER WORKS
Testimonials
“What an honor and pleasure to have Elaine on our team. She is been a key contributor for many hugely impactful projects. She is curious, a deep thinker and an active contributor to our work and as a core member of our team.
Her collaborative spirit is invaluable, and her well-explored and thoughtful design solutions and approaches demonstrates that she is a keen advocate for our users. She is a fantastic designer, team member and mentor, truly a pillar on our team!”
Pilar Strutin-Belinoff
Senior Design Director, Udemy
More about me
© Elaine Zhou 2025
Hello, I’m
YUANYI ZHOU
Senior Product Designer based in Seattle, with experience in EdTech, e-commerce, and SaaS. I design to make people feel seen.
elainezhou@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
6+years
PROJECTS DONE
20+
AWARDS WON
6
MENTOR HOURS
100+
CASE STUDY
Udemy
One Homepage for Learners and Businesses
I led Udemy’s homepage redesign in December 2023, now rolled out globally, shifting it from a course marketplace to a professional learning platform.
Read more
MockAI
AI Interview Prep for Engineers
I led the design of an AI-driven tool to boost coding interview skills, enhancing communication and problem-solving through real-world simulations.
Read more
Microsoft Places
Space Management System + Copilot
I led the UX design for the foundation for Microsoft’s space management system and explored Copilot AI to reimagine its future through conversation-driven workflows.
Read more
Microsoft M365
Connect IT and Employees in Hybrid Work
I led the 0 to 1 design of Organizational Messages in Microsoft 365, a scalable messaging system for enterprise organizations.
Read more
Udemy
Streamlining Checkout for Growth
I redesigned Udemy’s checkout flow with 1-click and guest checkout features, grounded in research and iterative testing, driving a significant boost in conversions.
Coming soon
WHAT I CAN CONTRIBUTE
Expertise
01 —
Growth UX Design
I design data-driven acquisition and conversion flows that boost GMV, user growth, and retention.
02 —
Visual & Design System
I create reusable system components and visuals that scale globally with consistency and speed.
03 —
UX Research
I run studies and experiments that uncover insights, validate ideas, and balance user clarity with business goals.
04 —
Design Mentorship
I guide interns and junior designers, strengthening team culture through workshops and collaboration.
OTHER WORKS
Testimonials
More about me
“What an honor and pleasure to have Elaine on our team. She is been a key contributor for many hugely impactful projects. She is curious, a deep thinker and an active contributor to our work and as a core member of our team.
Her collaborative spirit is invaluable, and her well-explored and thoughtful design solutions and approaches demonstrates that she is a keen advocate for our users. She is a fantastic designer, team member and mentor, truly a pillar on our team!”
Pilar Strutin-Belinoff
Senior Design Director, Udemy
© Elaine Zhou 2025
Hello, I’m
YUANYI ZHOU
Senior Product Designer based in Seattle, with experience in EdTech, e-commerce, and SaaS. I design to make people feel seen.
elainezhou@gmail.com
EXPERIENCE
6+years
PROJECTS DONE
20+
DESIGN AWARDS
6
MENTOR HOURS
100+
CASE STUDY
Udemy
One Homepage for Learners and Businesses
I led Udemy’s homepage redesign in December 2023, now rolled out globally, shifting it from a course marketplace to a professional learning platform.
Read more
MockAI
AI Interview Prep for Engineers
I led the design of an AI-driven tool to boost coding interview skills, enhancing communication and problem-solving through real-world simulations.
Read more
Microsoft Places
Space Management System + Copilot
I led the UX design for the foundation for Microsoft’s space management system and explored Copilot AI to reimagine its future through conversation-driven workflows.
Read more
Microsoft M365
Connect IT and Employees in Hybrid Work
I led the 0 to 1 design of Organizational Messages in Microsoft 365, a scalable messaging system for enterprise organizations.
Read more
Udemy
Streamlining Checkout for Growth
I redesigned Udemy’s checkout flow with 1-click and guest checkout features, grounded in research and iterative testing, driving a significant boost in conversions.
Coming soon
WHAT I CAN CONTRIBUTE
Expertise
01 —
Growth UX Design
I design data-driven acquisition and conversion flows that boost GMV, user growth, and retention.
02 —
Visual & Design System
I create reusable system components and visuals that scale globally with consistency and speed.
03 —
UX Research
I run studies and experiments that uncover insights, validate ideas, and balance user clarity with business goals.
04 —
Design Mentorship
I guide interns and junior designers, strengthening team culture through workshops and collaboration.
OTHER WORKS
Testimonials
More about me
“What an honor and pleasure to have Elaine on our team. She is been a key contributor for many hugely impactful projects. She is curious, a deep thinker and an active contributor to our work and as a core member of our team.
Her collaborative spirit is invaluable, and her well-explored and thoughtful design solutions and approaches demonstrates that she is a keen advocate for our users. She is a fantastic designer, team member and mentor, truly a pillar on our team!”
Pilar Strutin-Belinoff
Senior Design Director, Udemy
© Elaine Zhou 2025