Michael

on his continuous quest for knowledge and bridging the gap between usability and design

welcome, fellow human

michael keenan is an oslo based designer and researcher

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Michael is driven by a passion for translating user needs into seamless and impactful experiences. His expertise in advanced interaction design, sustainable practices, and ethical AI interactions enables him to create innovative and accessible digital products.

About

Currently diving deep into his Master's degree in Design, Use, and Interaction at the University of Oslo,

He also love being outdoors and listening to music.

Committed to continuous learning and user-centric solutions, Michael strives to develop intuitive and transformative technologies.

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Portfolio

Experience

Education

Master's in Informatics,
University of Oslo
2023 -

Bachelor's in Information Technology,
Kristiania University College
2020-2023

Michael is pursuing a Master's degree in Informatics with a specialization in Design, Use, and Interaction at the University of Oslo. His studies focus on advanced IxD, sustainable design practices, AI interaction, HCI, and universal design principles. Through coursework such as Participatory Experimental Design, Advanced Research Topics in Design of IT, and Interaction with AI and Autonomous Systems, Michael has developed a strong foundation in creating user-friendly and innovative digital products while considering ethical and sustainable aspects.

Michael holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology with a specialization in Interaction Design from Kristiania University College. His expertise includes User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience (UX) Research, and Usability Testing using tools like Figma and Miro. The program emphasized the entire design process, and hands-on projects provided practical experience in addressing real-world user problems. Additionally, his coursework in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) equipped him with insights into user interactions with digital systems.

Course Consultant,
University of Oslo
2024 -

As a course consultant at the University of Oslo, Michael serves as a group instructor and research assistant for the Master's course Interaction with AI and Autonomous Systems (IN5620). In this role, he supports master's and PhD students by assisting with their assignments, fostering their academic growth, and facilitating their understanding of complex interaction design concepts.

Interaction Designer, Shortcut AS
2023.

During his bachelor's thesis, Michael participated in the Shortcut Student Program at Shortcut AS, where he took on the dual role of interaction designer and researcher. He conducted in-depth user interviews to gather valuable insights, which informed the design decisions.

Product Guide,
Arc'teryx Equipment
2022 - 2024.

During his bachelor's thesis, Michael participated in the Shortcut Student Program at Shortcut AS, where he took on the dual role of interaction designer and researcher. He conducted in-depth user interviews to gather valuable insights, which informed the design decisions.