Hi, I’m John!

I have a consistent, proven record of helping teams of all sizes bring applications to life.

I believe that research, feedback, and iteration are fundamental to great design. And while process is essential, it is no substitute for coaching and mentoring. I enjoy working with designers of all skill-levels to help them take their work to the next level.

I also enjoy working in a contributor role. Whether it’s polishing the user experience of a particular workflow, improving the visual design of a set of components, fine tuning the JavaScript and CSS of an application, or working with stakeholders to plan and research a particular feature, I love all aspects of product design.

What I’m skilled at…

Design strategy & execution

I focus on the big picture and collaborate with others to create processes and practices that support the vision.

Coaching & mentoring

I work with designers to level-up their skills and find their place within a larger organization.

Recruiting outstanding talent

I have a proven ability to identify, recruit, and train people who are capable of producing high quality results.

Rapid prototyping

I specialize in getting early feedback on ideas through wireframes and HTML prototypes.

UX research & design

I work with customers and stakeholders to design and optimize features that meet business goals and delight users.

Visual design & branding

I build user interfaces that sparkle. From custom icons, to logos, to overall look and feel, I care about the details.

What I’m looking for in my next job…

A lead product design or management role

I’d like to find a role that values my versatility as a manager and designer.

A product team

I’m looking for a small- to medium-size team working on a SaaS application.

In the Raleigh / Durham area

I’m focusing my search on opportunities in the Triangle. I am also open to remote work.