
DANIEL WATTS
ANTHROPOLOGIST AND UX RESEARCHER


01 Software
MY TOOLKIT
RECOLLECTIVE
100%
DSCOUT
100%
QUALTRICS
90%
MISCROSOFT SUITE
90%
GOOGLE SUITE
95%
MIRO
95%
MONDAY.COM
80%
TRELLO
85%
ASANA
65%
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I'm an adaptive, personable anthropologist with 8 years of experience in qualitative research. The past 5 years I've specialized in UX research. I'm a skilled, data-driven storyteller who transforms research into engaging digital or physical products. I'm an excellent communicator with clients and team members and bring warmth and empathy to every interaction.

02 PORTFOLIO
03 Experience
DECEMBER 2023 - PRESENT
INDEPENDENT
Lead UX Researcher
Serving as an expert consultant on various international and national projects for major companies including Disney and McDonald's. Leveraging AI, cultural expertise, and language skills to deliver tangible research results.
SEPTEMBER 2023 - DECEMBER 2023
ZELIG
Lead UX Researcher
Lead a small research team to conduct both B2B and consumer research for a mobile and desktop fashion styling tool.
JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023
CONIFER RESEARCH
Design Researcher
Conducted remote and in-person research for Fortune 500 companies to create memorable and impactful products and services.
OCTOBER 2019 - MARCH 2020
ULO - STRATEGY AGENCY
UX Researcher
Transformed a gallery space into a unique art experience that showcased emerging talent from local communities.
MAY 2017 - JUNE 2018
CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY
UX Strategist
Showcased my ability to think quickly on my feet by responding to threats with targeted research and concise instructions.

CONTACT
Please feel free to reach out with any questions regarding my work experience or portfolio. I am available for short, long, or permanent contracts. Let me help you understand the world around you by showing the heart of the people who live in it.
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