Alex Eischeid

As a Master's student in Information Science at UNC-Chapel Hill, and during my time earning my Bachelor's at UNC, I have undertaken numerous projects that showcase my passion, creativity, and ability to translate users’ needs into practical solutions.

I independently conceived, developed, marketed, and released Daysy, a native iOS app available on the Apple App Store since March 2024. As a Leadership Team member of App Team Carolina, I designed the Rover Rideshare app and fully redesigned the Chapel Hill Transit app. I also spearheaded new designs for Bubbly (currently on the App Store) and the Carolina Cupboard app.

As Team Lead, I taught aspiring UI/UX Designers solution-focused design principles. Throughout my research and design journey, I taught myself how to use Figma for creating UI designs, obtained a Google UX Certificate to deepen my understanding of UX, built custom websites to promote applications, and learned Apple’s Swift programming language to develop native iOS applications.

Currently, I am a Product Accessibility Intern on the Accessibility Innovation team at SAS, where I explore applications of AI and frontier models to detect accessibility barriers directly from design specs. I have also accepted a full-time offer to join SAS as an Associate User Experience Designer starting next summer upon completing my degree.

I envision a career at the intersection of software design, accessibility, and emerging technologies, with the goal of leading innovative projects that solve real-world challenges and advance information systems to improve people’s quality of life.

As a musician, I have performed across the nation, earning recognition in competitions with award-winning ensembles such as the Triangle Youth Watson Brass Band and the Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble, including a performance at Lincoln Center, NYC.

I’ve had the privilege of working with many talented artists and musicians, and I served as Lead Trumpet in the UNC Jazz Band for three years. Music continues to be a central part of my life, and I am grateful for every opportunity to perform and collaborate.

SAS – Product Accessibility Intern & Incoming Associate UX Designer

Researching applications of AI and frontier models on the Accessibility Innovation team to detect accessibility barriers directly from product design specs, shifting accessibility from a late-stage fix to an early-stage design conversation. Presented findings at the 2026 SAS Intern Expo. Continuing as an intern while completing a Master of Science in Information Science at UNC-Chapel Hill, with an accepted full-time offer to return as an Associate User Experience Designer.

App Team Carolina – Team Lead / Designer

Led UI/UX design and research efforts for multiple client apps, including Rover Rideshare, Chapel Hill Transit, Bubbly, and Carolina Cupboard. Collaborated with developers and product teams to deliver user-focused designs, and mentored new designers through the UI/UX Learning Academy. Contributed to both front-end design and product strategy, emphasizing accessibility and intuitive user experiences.

Independent Projects

Designed, developed, and released Daysy (App Store, 2024), a picture-based daily routine planner prioritizing accessibility. Conducted in-depth case studies such as StreetBite, a mobile food truck ordering app, exploring user behavior, workflow optimization, and interface design for real-world applications.

Product & Marketing Roles

Served as Product Ambassador and Marketing Assistant for sp0t App, leading outreach and promotion strategies. Managed live streams and technical coordination for Triangle Youth Music, producing audio and video content for educational and performance purposes.

Music & Performance

Performed nationally as Lead Trumpet with the UNC Jazz Band and Triangle Youth Jazz Ensemble at Lincoln Center. Produced electronic music in Ableton Live and served as a trumpet instructor, soloist, and ensemble coordinator, earning 14 awards for music composition and performance excellence.