About Emily

Principal UX Designer Focused on Enterprise Systems

I am a UX leader with experience modernizing legacy platforms, strengthening established products through structured research and iterative refinement, and aligning cross-functional teams around measurable user outcomes. My work spans enterprise travel, operational planning systems, and mobile applications serving large user bases.

I specialize in high-constraint environments where design decisions must balance usability, technical feasibility, regulatory requirements, and business priorities — without disrupting operational continuity.

Emily Porter Headshot
How I Work
  • I bring structure to ambiguous problem spaces.
  • I use research and prototype validation to reduce delivery risk.
  • I collaborate closely with product and engineering leadership.
  • I design for clarity, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
  • I prioritize measurable improvement over visual novelty.
What You Can Expect Working With Me
  • Organized, direct communication
  • Clear documentation and decision rationale
  • Structured thinking in the face of competing priorities
  • Accountability for outcomes
  • Respect for technical and operational realities
Experience & Education
  • Associate of Applied Science, Multimedia & Web Design — The Art Institute of Dallas
  • IDEO Design Thinking Training
  • Currently pursuing NN/g UX Certification
Selected Partners
  • Alcon Laboratories
  • InterContinental Hotels Group
  • Texas Health Resources
  • Justin Boots
  • Citi
  • Norman Regional Health System
  • Texas Christian University
  • Travelocity
What Colleagues Say

“Emily is someone who loves to solve problems — and that’s an understatement. She never seems to be bothered by how complex or insurmountable the challenges seem to be. She just gets them done, and with confidence. She knows what the right way to do something is, and organizes her workflow around that premise.” — R. Skrobe

Outside of Work

Outside of work, I enjoy cross stitch, reading, and spending time outdoors — quiet, focused practices that reinforce my appreciation for thoughtful, well-constructed systems.