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Accomplished Product Design leader with over 20 years of experience crafting user-centric solutions that drive substantial results. Successfully led groundbreaking GenAI projects at Pinterest, Twitter, and Walmart+, consistently delivering scalable products that boosted user engagement by up to 15% and improved conversion rates by 8%. Expertise in data-driven design, user research, and A/B testing, alongside a proven track record in growing design teams from a few members to over 50. Renowned for turning complex challenges into streamlined, effective designs and advancing digital experiences in fast-paced environments. Brings a global perspective and strong cross-functional team leadership, reimagining social media interactions and revolutionizing e-commerce platforms. Eager to apply innovation, strategic thinking, and hands-on leadership to make a significant industry impact.
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Portfolio links: [http://www.abiemdesign.com](http://www.abiemdesign.com/) (password: peek) [https://www.figma.com/slides/X1YIKL7vGmyxxGQu8Enmee/Allen-Chan-Portfolio-2024?node-id=509-8004&t=u1kbA6D5tsM5lcLl-1](https://www.figma.com/slides/X1YIKL7vGmyxxGQu8Enmee/Allen-Chan-Portfolio-2024?node-id=509-8004&t=u1kbA6D5tsM5lcLl-1) \------------------------------------- Allen is a talented and experienced product designer with 15+ years in building and scaling impactful products & teams. His diverse experiences range from bootstrapped 2-person startups up to renowned corporations like Amazon and Microsoft. Aside from working on products that's touched billions of lives, he's also worked on many 0 to 1 products; starting with inception research to concepting, prototyping, detailed UX designs, to design systems and final delivery with devs. As a result of his past positions, Allen has worn many hats including support, operations, and leadership roles. He brings a blend of strategic thinking, people, and hands-on design skills, underpinned by a passion for solving complex human problems with simplicity.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-6)
I'm a highly collaborative UX/UI and Product Designer with more than 15 years experience of crafting experiences for users in the healthcare and applied neuroscience industries. My UX research helped craft software that set the standard for patient interfaces the biofeedback industry. My web design work also created a 3x increase in revenue for a mental healthcare clinic in 1 year and increased attendee engagement for an international conference by 30%.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-5)
With over 25 years of experience, I am a seasoned Executive Director with expertise in digital innovation, design thinking, and leading high-stakes pitches. I have consistently driven significant revenue growth, with a 165% boost in new business opportunities and a 40% increase in design efficiency within 3 years. A storyteller and strategic thinker, I excel at navigating and guiding Fortune 500 companies through the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-6)
By leading cross-functional teams of designers, developers, and stakeholders, I resolved complex design challenges, resulting in a 20% faster project completion and a 15% reduction in design errors.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-6)
Mohamed Gaber is a seasoned graphic and type designer with over 17 years of experience and a Master’s in Design from Sandberg Instituut, Amsterdam. He specializes in typography and is interested in versatile creative practices like branding, UI, UX, and visual art. Mohamed also taught at institutions like Linnaeus University and VCU. His work has been featured on Google Fonts and exhibited internationally, earning prestigious awards including the Best Arabic Display Font from Granshan in 2016.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-5)
Hello! My name is Christine Walsh and I am a freelance UX/UI & Digital Designer specializing in website design, site redesigns and digital rebranding for the web with a huge focus on the user experience. Looking for projects and opportunities with those aiming to improve in these areas and achieve higher conversions while bringing back the human element to their brands and site experiences!
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-6)
Experienced Senior Graphic and Interactive Designer with over 16 years of expertise in creating graphic and interactive content for diverse projects and clients. Proficient in managing the design process from conception to production art delivery, ensuring brand consistency, quality, and timeliness. Skilled in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects, xD, Webflow, and Figma, with a strong background in ad design, creative direction, and user research. Committed to generating innovative concepts, collaborating cross-functionally, and staying updated with industry advancements. Experienced in training team members on the latest design and marketing tools and trends.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-4)
Skilled in content strategy, copywriting, and digital marketing across various platforms, I've successfully managed and executed content campaigns that drove brand awareness and audience engagement. Seeking opportunities to leverage my expertise in content creation to deliver captivating and results-driven content for organizations.
Vetted Design director in the United States (UTC-8)
I have designed digital products that have scaled to tens of millions of users across 61 global territories and counting. I'm experienced at taking back-of-napkin ideas from ideation to testing to launch and beyond. Over the years, I've developed and refined a broad variety of design skills that have enabled me to both execute end-to-end design solutions and guide and direct other talented design specialists. I'm currently open to design opportunities at growing technology companies. Senior Product Designer | ex-HBO Max, ex-Amazon, ex-Apple
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