Top Talent like Annabelle are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Annabelle Cheng

Product Designer
Buffalo Grove, IL, US
Prototyping
Notion
Trello
Brand Strategy
Miro
Adobe Creative Suite
User Research
Figma
Asana
Microsoft 365
Product Design
Design Systems
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Product Designer | MS in Strategic Brand Communication | UIUC | 5+ yrs UX/UI
Product & UX Designer | Creating inclusive, scalable digital experiences that drive business impact. I design user-centered products that balance craft, strategy, and measurable outcomes. With experience at Zoom, Cargill, and Illinois Design Consulting, I specialize in translating complex user needs into elegant, accessible solutions that scale globally. Pursuing MS in Strategic Brand Communication at UIUC (2024-2025) to deepen branding and strategy. What I do: Product & UX Design: End-to-end design systems, prototyping, and mobile/web experiences for diverse audiences; User Research: Interviews, usability testing, and competitive analysis that drive product decisions; Cross-Functional Leadership: Partnering with engineering, product, and marketing to align user needs with business goals; Brand Strategy: Developing inclusive communication strategies that expand accessibility and adoption. I thrive where design craft meets strategic thinking—whether optimizing existing products, launching new features, or shaping brand identity. My approach combines deep user empathy with business acumen to create solutions that are both meaningful and commercially successful. Currently seeking opportunities to lead product design initiatives that push the boundaries of inclusive, impactful digital experiences.

Projects

Holistic music media player app for True Jesus Church (TJC)

Led end-to-end design and development of a mobile app providing access to church music and hymn lyrics for a global audience; built inclusive, non-denominational visuals and UX; created a sub-brand and aligned cross-functional teams to deliver milestones.See More

Work History

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Product Designer

True Jesus Church (TJC)Leading the 0-1 design and development of a faith-based mobile app; launched a holistic music media player app to broaden access to church hymns and lyrics; designed an inclusive sub-brand and UX; partnered with marketing, sales, and IT to align goals and milestones; translated user feedback into product strategy.
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UX Designer

Illinois Design ConsultingNov 2023 - Apr 2024 • 6 mosSynthesized insights from AI/ML SME interviews into actionable design and product recommendations; conducted competitor analysis in the low-code software space; collaborated with stakeholders to uncover product opportunities; implemented UX workflow optimizations that improved user satisfaction and adoption rates.
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Associate Product Designer

ZoomJul 2022 - Feb 2023 • 8 mosBuilt and maintained a systems design library for Android, aligning with Google Material Design 3 and ensuring global product consistency. Designed and shipped new video call features that improved communication efficiency and drove higher engagement among mobile users. Facilitated cross-functional alignment with PMs and engineers to resolve blockers, accelerating release cycles and enhancing product outcomes. Mapped user flows to identify pain points in mobile audio, implementing solutions that boosted usability and accessibility.
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Design Consultant

Siebel Center for DesignJan 2022 - May 2022 • 5 mosContributed to design projects and supported strategy at the Siebel Center for Design.
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President

IDSA UIUC ChapterMay 2021 - May 2022 • 1 yr 1 moLed a platform to connect industrial designers; organized workshops and invited guest speakers; facilitated a mentorship and internship program for 45 participants; reestablished COVID-safe in-person events.
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Vice President

IDSA UIUC ChapterAug 2020 - May 2021 • 10 mosManaged the social media presence on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn; organized workshops and guest speakers; supported mentorship programs for underclassmen.
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Laboratory Assistant

University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJan 2020 - May 2022 • 2 yrs 5 mosTrained to support the Digital Output Service Desk where students can make appointments to use the 3D printer and to ask questions about various software provided in the lab. Regulated the Technology Check Out Window and ensured that all technology going in and out was in adequate condition. Ensured the safety of students and the cleanliness of facilities amidst Covid-19 regulations.
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Fine and Applied Arts Ambassador

University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJan 2020 - May 2021 • 1 yr 5 mosProspected prospective students; engaged alumni to share information about department affairs.
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Cargill Innovation Lab UI/UX Design Intern

CargillAug 2021 - Dec 2021 • 5 mosRedesigned wireframes and interfaces to align with company design systems; interviewed users to evaluate usability; collaborated with engineers to develop functional prototypes.
Z

Product Design Intern

ZoomMay 2021 - Jul 2021 • 3 mosRedesigned a function within design systems; conducted 30 user interviews; analyzed data to inform redesign; collaborated with PMs to prototype and resolve glitches.

Education

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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Master of Science - MS, Strategic Brand Communication2024 - 2025
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Industrial and Product Design2018 - 2022

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Product Designer | MS in Strategic Brand Communication | UIUC | 5+ yrs UX/UI
Product & UX Designer | Creating inclusive, scalable digital experiences that drive business impact. I design user-centered products that balance craft, strategy, and measurable outcomes. With experience at Zoom, Cargill, and Illinois Design Consulting, I specialize in translating complex user needs into elegant, accessible solutions that scale globally. Pursuing MS in Strategic Brand Communication at UIUC (2024-2025) to deepen branding and strategy. What I do: Product & UX Design: End-to-end design systems, prototyping, and mobile/web experiences for diverse audiences; User Research: Interviews, usability testing, and competitive analysis that drive product decisions; Cross-Functional Leadership: Partnering with engineering, product, and marketing to align user needs with business goals; Brand Strategy: Developing inclusive communication strategies that expand accessibility and adoption. I thrive where design craft meets strategic thinking—whether optimizing existing products, launching new features, or shaping brand identity. My approach combines deep user empathy with business acumen to create solutions that are both meaningful and commercially successful. Currently seeking opportunities to lead product design initiatives that push the boundaries of inclusive, impactful digital experiences.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Similar Pangeans

Reid Slaughter

Product Designer | Specializing in User Experience and Product Design | Figma | Startups | | B2B SaaS Enterpise AI
UX Design • 6 years of exp. • Cedar Rapids, IA, US

Saifali Saiyed

Creative & empathic UX/Product Designer. MS IDS @ Northwestern. Experience delivering high-quality designs & balancing responsibilities at 3 startups.
UX Design • Product Design • Creative & Brand Strategy • 4 years of exp. • Fremont, CA, US

Veena Mahesh

Senior Product Designer | AI expertise | B2B & Enterprise | User Centered Designer | Data Driven & Impact Focused | Transforming Complex Systems into Intuitive Experiences | Design thinking | UX Design | Design Mentor
UX Design • UI Design • Product Design • 3 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Keisuke Kuniyoshi, MFA / HCI

Product Designer | Service Design Practitioner | UX/UI Specialist
Product Design • Graphic Design • UX Design • 6 years of exp. • San Diego, CA, US

Top Talent like Annabelle are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Annabelle Cheng

Product Designer
Buffalo Grove, IL, US
Prototyping
Notion
Trello
Brand Strategy
Miro
Adobe Creative Suite
User Research
Figma
Asana
Microsoft 365
Product Design
Design Systems
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Projects

Holistic music media player app for True Jesus Church (TJC)

Led end-to-end design and development of a mobile app providing access to church music and hymn lyrics for a global audience; built inclusive, non-denominational visuals and UX; created a sub-brand and aligned cross-functional teams to deliver milestones.

Work History

T

Product Designer

True Jesus Church (TJC)Leading the 0-1 design and development of a faith-based mobile app; launched a holistic music media player app to broaden access to church hymns and lyrics; designed an inclusive sub-brand and UX; partnered with marketing, sales, and IT to align goals and milestones; translated user feedback into product strategy.
I

UX Designer

Illinois Design ConsultingNov 2023 - Apr 2024 • 6 mosSynthesized insights from AI/ML SME interviews into actionable design and product recommendations; conducted competitor analysis in the low-code software space; collaborated with stakeholders to uncover product opportunities; implemented UX workflow optimizations that improved user satisfaction and adoption rates.
Z

Associate Product Designer

ZoomJul 2022 - Feb 2023 • 8 mosBuilt and maintained a systems design library for Android, aligning with Google Material Design 3 and ensuring global product consistency. Designed and shipped new video call features that improved communication efficiency and drove higher engagement among mobile users. Facilitated cross-functional alignment with PMs and engineers to resolve blockers, accelerating release cycles and enhancing product outcomes. Mapped user flows to identify pain points in mobile audio, implementing solutions that boosted usability and accessibility.
S

Design Consultant

Siebel Center for DesignJan 2022 - May 2022 • 5 mosContributed to design projects and supported strategy at the Siebel Center for Design.
I

President

IDSA UIUC ChapterMay 2021 - May 2022 • 1 yr 1 moLed a platform to connect industrial designers; organized workshops and invited guest speakers; facilitated a mentorship and internship program for 45 participants; reestablished COVID-safe in-person events.
I

Vice President

IDSA UIUC ChapterAug 2020 - May 2021 • 10 mosManaged the social media presence on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn; organized workshops and guest speakers; supported mentorship programs for underclassmen.
U

Laboratory Assistant

University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJan 2020 - May 2022 • 2 yrs 5 mosTrained to support the Digital Output Service Desk where students can make appointments to use the 3D printer and to ask questions about various software provided in the lab. Regulated the Technology Check Out Window and ensured that all technology going in and out was in adequate condition. Ensured the safety of students and the cleanliness of facilities amidst Covid-19 regulations.
U

Fine and Applied Arts Ambassador

University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJan 2020 - May 2021 • 1 yr 5 mosProspected prospective students; engaged alumni to share information about department affairs.
C

Cargill Innovation Lab UI/UX Design Intern

CargillAug 2021 - Dec 2021 • 5 mosRedesigned wireframes and interfaces to align with company design systems; interviewed users to evaluate usability; collaborated with engineers to develop functional prototypes.
Z

Product Design Intern

ZoomMay 2021 - Jul 2021 • 3 mosRedesigned a function within design systems; conducted 30 user interviews; analyzed data to inform redesign; collaborated with PMs to prototype and resolve glitches.

Education

U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Master of Science - MS, Strategic Brand Communication2024 - 2025
U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Industrial and Product Design2018 - 2022

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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