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 9 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 2024 - MAY 2025
FOOD FOR CLIMATE LEAGUE
JUNE 2021 - DECEMBER 2024
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UX Researcher
Led a ethnographic research study at Disney to understand guest and chef behavior and attitudes on plant-based foods at the parks. Focused on improving choice architecture, menu design, and chef freedom with menu creation.
CONIFER RESEARCH
Design Researcher
Served as an expert consultant on international and national projects for major companies including Amazon, Google and McDonald's. Leveraging AI, cultural expertise, and language skills to deliver tangible research results.
JUNE 2021 - JUNE 2023
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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