I mapped the BeReal user journey across six stages, recorded what users did, thought, and felt at each step, and produced opportunity notes (notification visibility, post prompts, camera preview) as findings.

The task gathered BeReal product features, described each, and linked them to retention. I listed Memories, Chats, and Push Notifications, explained how each drove return behavior, and hypothesized Push Notifications as the biggest engagement driver.

During the BeReal externship I defined and built a Canva prototype for Monthly Highlights. I mapped the flow, mocked a notification cadence, and produced a working prototype that auto-assembled up to five top posts into a chronological recap video.

I ran moderated sessions, collected survey and observation data, and synthesized findings. Participants quickly understood the feature; the prototype’s entry point was unclear, and two participants asked for customizable sounds. I recommended clarifying entry flow and exploring sound options.