CRAFTING SPELLBINDING DIGITAL EXPERIENCES SINCE 2017
CRAFTING SPELLBINDING DIGITAL EXPERIENCES SINCE 2017
MARY
SARGENT
I’m Mary Sargent ~ a Principal UX Designer with 7+ years crafting immersive digital experiences in media, gaming and digital platforms. I specialize in blending storytelling, user-centered design, and technical expertise to create scalable solutions that empower teams and drive innovation. Currently, Founder & CEO of Gothic Moon Studio.
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I combine design, art and technology to create digital experiences that are intuitive, functional, and impactful. My goal is to craft work that not only delivers aesthetic appeal but also fosters meaningful connections with users.
With a B.A. in Political Science and English and intensive UX Design training from General Assembly, I bring a balance of analytical thinking and creative exploration to my work. As the Founder & CEO of Gothic Moon Studio, I lead projects that bring clients’ visions to life while delivering measurable results.
Over the past seven years, I’ve worked with industry leaders like PlayStation, The Washington Post, and Vox Media, honing my expertise in UX design, graphic design, and user-centered innovation. My work centers on designing seamless experiences that foster engagement and enhance user satisfaction.
Figma
Collaborate on web and mobile UIs
100%
Figma
Collaborate on web and mobile UIs
100%
Figma
Collaborate on web and mobile UIs
100%
Next.js
Build fast, scalable web apps
55%
Next.js
Build fast, scalable web apps
55%
Next.js
Build fast, scalable web apps
55%
Claude
Leverage AI tools to enhance UX
80%
Claude
Leverage AI tools to enhance UX
80%
Claude
Leverage AI tools to enhance UX
80%
Founder & CEO
Gothic Moon
2024 — Present
Founded Gothic Moon Studio to deliver high-impact UX solutions, crafting intuitive interfaces and optimized workflows that elevate brand experiences and drive user engagement across diverse industries.
Founder & CEO
Gothic Moon
2024 — Present
Founded Gothic Moon Studio to deliver high-impact UX solutions, crafting intuitive interfaces and optimized workflows that elevate brand experiences and drive user engagement across diverse industries.
Founder & CEO
Gothic Moon
2024 — Present
Founded Gothic Moon Studio to deliver high-impact UX solutions, crafting intuitive interfaces and optimized workflows that elevate brand experiences and drive user engagement across diverse industries.
Design Mentor
CareerFoundry
2023 — Present
Mentored aspiring designers by providing guidance and feedback to strengthen their UX/UI skills and user-centered design practices. Helped mentees achieve improved project outcomes and greater confidence in their work.
Design Mentor
CareerFoundry
2023 — Present
Mentored aspiring designers by providing guidance and feedback to strengthen their UX/UI skills and user-centered design practices. Helped mentees achieve improved project outcomes and greater confidence in their work.
Design Mentor
CareerFoundry
2023 — Present
Mentored aspiring designers by providing guidance and feedback to strengthen their UX/UI skills and user-centered design practices. Helped mentees achieve improved project outcomes and greater confidence in their work.
Senior UX Designer
Sony
2022 — 2024
Redesigned a suite of publishing tools for PlayStation’s Partner Studios, enhancing platform usability and increasing user retention by implementing a streamlined onboarding experience and optimizing key workflows.
Senior UX Designer
Sony
2022 — 2024
Redesigned a suite of publishing tools for PlayStation’s Partner Studios, enhancing platform usability and increasing user retention by implementing a streamlined onboarding experience and optimizing key workflows.
Senior UX Designer
Sony
2022 — 2024
Redesigned a suite of publishing tools for PlayStation’s Partner Studios, enhancing platform usability and increasing user retention by implementing a streamlined onboarding experience and optimizing key workflows.
Product Designer
The Washington Post
2017 — 2019
Supporting product & engineering teams by developing wireframes, style guides, and prototypes for digital publishing tools. Progressed to lead design initiatives that enhanced reader engagement and optimized content layout across multiple devices.
Product Designer
The Washington Post
2017 — 2019
Supporting product & engineering teams by developing wireframes, style guides, and prototypes for digital publishing tools. Progressed to lead design initiatives that enhanced reader engagement and optimized content layout across multiple devices.
Product Designer
The Washington Post
2017 — 2019
Supporting product & engineering teams by developing wireframes, style guides, and prototypes for digital publishing tools. Progressed to lead design initiatives that enhanced reader engagement and optimized content layout across multiple devices.
85%
Digital Storytelling
85%
Digital Storytelling
85%
Digital Storytelling
100k+
Figma Hours
100k+
Figma Hours
100k+
Figma Hours
98%
Client Satisfaction
98%
Client Satisfaction
98%
Client Satisfaction
FIGMA
ADOBE CC
NEXT.JS
REACT
FIGMA
ADOBE CC
NEXT.JS
REACT
Fine Arts Certificate
Otis College of Art & Design
2024 — Present
Focused on developing advanced skills in visual storytelling, composition, color theory and art history. This program provides a solid foundation in both the creative and technical aspects of art and design, equipping me with the tools to transform ideas into reality.
Fine Arts Certificate
Otis College of Art & Design
2024 — Present
Focused on developing advanced skills in visual storytelling, composition, color theory and art history. This program provides a solid foundation in both the creative and technical aspects of art and design, equipping me with the tools to transform ideas into reality.
Fine Arts Certificate
Otis College of Art & Design
2024 — Present
Focused on developing advanced skills in visual storytelling, composition, color theory and art history. This program provides a solid foundation in both the creative and technical aspects of art and design, equipping me with the tools to transform ideas into reality.
UX Design Immersive
General Assembly
2016 — 2017
An intensive program covering the full spectrum of UX design, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and usability testing. This hands-on training emphasized practical skills and human-centered design principles, preparing me to create impactful digital solutions.
UX Design Immersive
General Assembly
2016 — 2017
An intensive program covering the full spectrum of UX design, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and usability testing. This hands-on training emphasized practical skills and human-centered design principles, preparing me to create impactful digital solutions.
UX Design Immersive
General Assembly
2016 — 2017
An intensive program covering the full spectrum of UX design, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and usability testing. This hands-on training emphasized practical skills and human-centered design principles, preparing me to create impactful digital solutions.
Bachelor of Arts in English, Political Science
University of Maryland, College Park
2010 — 2014
An interdisciplinary education that honed my analytical and research skills. The dual focus on English and Political Science provided a deep understanding of narrative structures and human behavior, both of which have been invaluable in crafting thoughtful, user-focused design strategies.
Bachelor of Arts in English, Political Science
University of Maryland, College Park
2010 — 2014
An interdisciplinary education that honed my analytical and research skills. The dual focus on English and Political Science provided a deep understanding of narrative structures and human behavior, both of which have been invaluable in crafting thoughtful, user-focused design strategies.
Bachelor of Arts in English, Political Science
University of Maryland, College Park
2010 — 2014
An interdisciplinary education that honed my analytical and research skills. The dual focus on English and Political Science provided a deep understanding of narrative structures and human behavior, both of which have been invaluable in crafting thoughtful, user-focused design strategies.
100%
Web & UX Design
100%
Web & UX Design
100%
Web & UX Design
90%
Mentorship & Guidance
90%
Mentorship & Guidance
90%
Mentorship & Guidance
95%
Client Satisfaction
95%
Client Satisfaction
95%
Client Satisfaction
10k+
Product Design Hours
10k+
Product Design Hours
10k+
Product Design Hours
92%
Design Leadership
92%
Design Leadership
92%
Design Leadership
88%
Systems Thinking
88%
Systems Thinking
88%
Systems Thinking
Ready to start a project or need some guidance? Let’s connect—I’d love to chat!