Ernesto Rivera-Saavedra
Interdisciplinary designer with a focus on making good stuff.
Education
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B.S. in Computer Science, Western Governors University
2023
Experience
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Product Designer, OpenResource
2025
- Created custom WordPress themes for community resource directories, and a marketing site for OpenResource
- Used HTML, CSS, JS, PHP combined with Advanced Custom Fields (free and pro versions)
- Used Figma for UX research, user testing, and UI design
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Project Coordinator, Rural Coalition
2023-2025
- Designed flyers, posters, and promotional materials for outreach and events
- Updated websites with program content, ensuring information was accurate, and accessible
- Collaborated across teams to improve the clarity of reports and stakeholder communications
- Designed systems in Google Sheets and Excel to track deadlines, deliverables, and performance metrics
- Worked cross-functionally to align messaging, visuals, and data for presentations and advocacy materials
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Program Manager, Urban Ministries of Wake County
2018-2022
- Designed and optimized operational systems to track client services, volunteer schedules, and donor interactions
- Coordinated and communicated with over 100 monthly volunteers, ensuring a consistent and welcoming program experience
- Produced internal materials and digital assets to promote community events and fundraising campaigns
- Contributed to outreach strategy, focusing on accessibility, inclusivity, and brand voice consistency
- Supported leadership by translating program impact into clear visuals, reports, and community-facing communications