Summary
Sophia Chow is a multifaceted designer and front-end developer based in Austin with eight years of experience crafting brand identities, packaging, and responsive web experiences for e-commerce and local businesses. Currently a Graphic Design Specialist at Austin Community College, she blends classroom-tested pedagogy with practical design and coding skills developed through freelance work and agency roles. Her background as a teacher and curriculum writer informs a user-centered approach to visual systems and clear communication, while her web toolkit (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Liquid, and platforms like Shopify and WordPress) enables end-to-end delivery from concept to deploy. Sophia also has experience leading recruiting and DE&I initiatives at Google, giving her a strategic perspective on team dynamics and inclusive design.
8 years of coding experience
5 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science Applied Learning and Development, Bachelor of Science Applied Learning and Development at The University of Texas at Austin
Elementary Education and Teaching, Elementary Education and Teaching at The National Board Education
Web Development Immersive & Front End Web Development Computer Science, Web Development Immersive & Front End Web Development Computer Science at General Assembly
Associate's degree Design and Visual Communications Graphic Design, Associate's degree Design and Visual Communications Graphic Design at Austin Community College
English, Chinese, Spanish