Resume • Art + Technology + Education

Maggie Nguyen, M.S. Art Technology Educator

Visual & web designer / developer focused on modern, human-centered learning experiences.

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Focus
UX/UI • Web • Visual Algorithms
Strength
Design + Engineering Blend
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Maggie Nguyen
Philadelphia, PA
Web UX AI
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Inspiration

A quick snapshot of my background.

About Maggie
  • Master of Science in Information Science and Technology — Temple University (Fall 2025)
  • Master of Science in Educational Technology Leadership — CSU East Bay
  • Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design — CSU Sacramento
  • Forcus: UX/UI • HCI • Visual Teaching • Web Development • AI Learning Tools
My expertise spans web design, front-end development, interactive media, and instructional design, with a focus on building clear, human-centered learning experiences. This broad skill set helps me adapt across projects while strengthening my ability to integrate modern tools and technologies into practical solutions.

I enjoy pushing my programming skills through hands-on projects and targeted self-study—using books, documentation, and tutorials as needed. I'm especially motivated by work at the intersection of information science and technology, computing, UX, education, and instructional design, where thoughtful design can make complex ideas easier to learn.

With a foundation in Information Science and Technology and Educational Technology Leadership, I apply instructional design to create technology-driven learning tools—such as web applications, interactive modules, and educational animations—that support learners and improve how technical concepts are taught.

Expertise

Core areas I work in.

Web Technologies

Skilled in building and maintaining modern sites and infrastructure for reliable content delivery.

Graphic & UX/UI Design

User-centered design for clear navigation, polished visuals, and strong communication.

Machine Learning & AI

Leveraging AI to enhance educational tools and interactive learning workflows.

Software Engineering

Engineering mindset for building maintainable systems and robust features.

Instructional Design

Designing teaching materials that simplify complex concepts for diverse learners.

Visual Algorithm Design

Specialized in algorithm animations and visualizations for clarity and engagement.

Java Programming

Object-oriented development foundations and practical problem solving.

HCI / HAII

Designing user-centered systems and AI-driven interactive learning experiences.

Technical Skills

Tools & technologies

LaTeX80%
MatLab60%
React50%
Java75%
Python50%
HTML / HTML580%
Bootstrap70%
CSS80%
JavaScript75%
jQuery50%
PHP CodeIgniter70%

Work Experiences

Professional experience

Temple University — Multimedia Specialist

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • June 2022 – Current
Current

At Temple University's iGEM, I am deeply engaged in creating compelling visual representations of complex scientific data, collaborating closely with faculty and Dr. Sudhir Kumar.

Highlights

  • Scientific communication through design
  • Strategic visual conceptualization
  • Multimedia design and production
  • Advanced web development and maintenance
  • Multi-project management and collaboration

OPEX Corporation — Web Developer & Graphic Designer

Moorestown, New Jersey • March 2020 – December 2020
2020

Focused on UX improvements, site structure, navigation, optimization, and consistent multi-language experiences.

Jefferson Health — Web Designer / Front-End Developer

Philadelphia, PA • Nov 2008 – Aug 2016
2008–2016

Led website development, redesigns, responsive projects, SEO strategy, and large-scale URL redirection/migration efforts.

UCLA Health — Programmer Analyst II / Web Master

Los Angeles, CA • Dec 2005 – Apr 2009
2005–2009

Designed and developed departmental websites and internal systems; recognized with the 2007 Chairman’s acknowledgment.

Education

Academic background

Temple University

Master of Information Science and Technology — 2025
Current

Completed advanced coursework in computing, data, and human-centered technology, strengthening my skills for building human-centered learning tools—web apps, interactive experiences, and educational animations—at the intersection of Information Science & Technology (IS&T), computer science, UX, and education.

Villanova University

Certificate in Information System — 2016

I achieved a comprehensive understanding of information systems, covering essential topics such as computer science, algorithms, data structures, discrete mathematics, and computer systems.

CSU East Bay

M.S. Educational Technology Leadership — 2004

This program provided a deep dive into educational technology, instructional design, multimedia instruction, and distance learning development.

CSU Sacramento

B.S. Graphic Design — 2001

A strong foundation in visual communication and interdisciplinary design, supported by research-driven design approaches.