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Hiya, I'm Annie, an ux researcher passionate about learning design. My unwavering commitment lies in advocating for users, whether they're learners in educational settings or consumers of digital products.

ANNIE KIELE
BROWN.

ANNIE KIELE
BROWN.

ANNIE KIELE
BROWN.

ANNIE KIELE
BROWN.

Commitment

Serving over 47,000 Learners

5+ years experience

Commitment

Serving over 47,000 Learners

5+ years experience

Commitment

Serving over 47,000 Learners

5+ years experience

Commitment

Serving over 47,000 Learners

5+ years experience

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Research, Learning, Design, & Artificial Intelligence (AI)—that's my sweet spot.

Research, Learning, Design, & Artificial Intelligence (AI)—that's my sweet spot.

This combination is rare: deep UX research expertise applied specifically to learning products, enhanced by AI. The result? High-impact research and educational experiences with proven ROI.

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2020-25©

Empowering learners & digital users across the country through work with Duke University, BYU, Campfire, Zaymo, WGU, & more.

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Two men discuss a project while standing at a laptop in an office.
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2018-26©

A quick look at what I do best.

Real projects. Real results. Real impact. Here’s a fast scroll through what I've been building lately.

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2018-26©

A quick look at what I do best.

Real projects. Real results. Real impact. Here’s a fast scroll through what I've been building lately.

2-min watch

Close-up of an eye with creative makeup and white feathers.

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2018-26©

A quick look at what I do best.

Real projects. Real results. Real impact. Here’s a fast scroll through what I've been building lately.

2-min watch

Close-up of an eye with creative makeup and white feathers.

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2018-26©

A quick look at what I do best.

Real projects. Real results. Real impact. Here’s a fast scroll through what I've been building lately.

2-min watch

Close-up of an eye with creative makeup and white feathers.

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Years building & researching educational products.

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Years building & researching educational products.

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Years building & researching educational products.

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Years building & researching educational products.

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Years leveraging Artificial Intellegence (AI).

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Years leveraging Artificial Intellegence (AI).

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Years leveraging Artificial Intellegence (AI).

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Years leveraging Artificial Intellegence (AI).

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Digital projects delivered across all industries.

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Digital projects delivered across all industries.

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Digital projects delivered across all industries.

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Digital projects delivered across all industries.

From in-depth user research to AI-enhanced learning experiences—every project is grounded in evidence & optimized for impact.

From in-depth user research to AI-enhanced learning experiences—every project is grounded in evidence & optimized for impact.

Strategic research reveals what learners need. Intentional design creates solutions that work. AI amplifies both. Together, they transform touchpoints into opportunities for impact.

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"Annie did a fantastic job at delivering impactful customer insights which have improved company experiences and contributed to our strategy."

/Arian Lewis - CEO @ Kiln

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I use strategic /research, /design, & /development to craft impactful learning experiences—making the process seamless for organizations and their learners.

I use strategic /research, /design, & /development to craft impactful learning experiences—making the process seamless for organizations and their learners.

I use strategic /research, /design, & /development to craft impactful learning experiences—making the process seamless for organizations and their learners.

I use strategic /research, /design, & /development to craft impactful learning experiences—making the process seamless for organizations and their learners.

Take a look at how I lead projects

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A diverse set of skills combined for a passion for creating exceptional digital experiences.

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Increased class attendance by 20%

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Increased class attendance by 20%

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Increased class attendance by 20%

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Increased user retention by 15%

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Increased user retention by 15%

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Increased user retention by 15%

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Saved an estimated 10k in dev time

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Saved an estimated 10k in dev time

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Saved an estimated 10k in dev time

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