Hi there! I'm
Elana Altman.
I thrive on organizing chaos.
Experienced in Product, UX, Content, Instruction and Customer Experience
Featured UX Work
Barnard Library
Website Redesign
Challenge
Overhaul Barnard Library site to help users understand new service offerings & new physical spaces
Approach
Bring together insights from users and site editors to streamline navigation and content strategy
Results
A new website that conveys more information with less clutter
Scholastic
Onboarding Tour Experience
Challenge
Create a way for teachers to learn how to navigate and use Scholastic Magazines' redesigned websites
Approach
Rely on research to determine user experience strategy amidst
technical and time constraints
Results
A site tour that went live on 12 websites after they relaunched
Scholastic
World Affairs Almanac & Atlas
Challenge
Transform a popular print resource into a powerful digital tool
Approach
Understand student and teacher needs to determine what elements to prioritize in the user interface
Results
An interactive atlas & almanac that lets students to sort and filter data - and is now used on two websites!
About Me
A few quick thoughts. Want more specifics about my background and experience? Check out my LinkedIn, or just get in touch!
I thrive on...
organizing chaos. Whether it's distilling pages of research into a one-line problem statement or creating a new coherent workflow, I love finding common themes, connecting dots, and clearly communicating ideas.
I believe...
products should have a clear purpose that makes an impact in people's lives. I've always been passionate about discovering diverse perspectives and I keep people's stories, behaviors, needs and goals at the center of my work.
Outside of work...
I can be found at in improv class, trying new restaurants, or reading the news. I bake in the winter, make ice cream in the summer, and swim all year.
Let's chat!
The best way to get to know more about me and my work is through conversation. Drop me a note, and I'll happily find a time to talk.
You can also find me on LinkedIn.