Russell Blair
Lead User Experience Designer
Marietta,GA
Summary
Work in a creative and challenging environment that promotes growth and learning. Create engaging content across multiple platforms.
Developed skills in fast-paced, user-focused design environment, excelling in creating seamless and intuitive user experiences. Proficient in user research and interaction design, with strong grasp of design thinking and agile methodologies. Seeking to leverage these transferable skills in new field, driving impactful solutions and fostering user satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead User Experience Designer
AT&T Business
06.2024 - Current
- Developed wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for efficient communication of design concepts to stakeholders.
- Optimized site performance by incorporating best practices in UX/UI design, increasing user engagement and retention.
- Conducted comprehensive user research and usability testing to identify areas for improvement in product designs.
- Improved accessibility of digital products by adhering to WCAG guidelines, ensuring a more inclusive user experience.
Lead User Experience Designer
AT&T Mercury Studio
01.2021 - 06.2024
- Developed wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for efficient communication of design concepts to stakeholders.
- Optimized site performance by incorporating best practices in UX/UI design, increasing user engagement and retention.
- Championed user-centered design principles within the organization, fostering a culture that prioritized users'' needs above all else.
Senior User Experience Designer
AT&T CX
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Developed wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for efficient communication of design concepts to stakeholders.
- Implemented A/B testing methods to evaluate the effectiveness of different design solutions, refining based on results obtained.
- Conducted comprehensive user research and usability testing to identify areas for improvement in product designs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create seamless user experiences across multiple platforms.
Senior User Experience Designer
AT&T CDI Group
10.2014 - 01.2019
- Crafting in depth and engaging prototypes that leverage the latest design technologies
- Creating End-to-end solutions and prototypes for emerging technologies to solve business needs across multiple verticals
- CDI custom tailored solutions for businesses Inside and Outside of AT&T
- Conducted comprehensive user research and usability testing to identify areas for improvement in product designs.
- Championed user-centered design principles within the organization, fostering a culture that prioritized users'' needs above all else.
Global Creative
Orange Amplifiers
06.2013 - 10.2014
- From concept to production on all marketing efforts
- Design and layout for print advertisements, package design, social and web presence
Senior Interactive Designer
Hip Cricket
10.2011 - 06.2013
- Mobilizing rich web experiences for Fortune 100 companies
- Creating mobile ad campaigns coupled with rich media and excellent UX and UI design to deliver an exceptional product for mass consumption
- Mobile applications taken from concept through the creative process to successful app store launches
Global Creative | Artist Relations
Orange Amplifiers
02.2004 - 10.2011
- Responsible for creating all printed content for Orange Amplifiers including content, layout and creation of design for Print, Web, and Photography
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Media Production
American InterContinental University
Atlanta, GeorgiaSkills
Sketch
Figma
HTML editing
CSS editing
Wireframing
Design thinking
Persona development
Mobile design
Adobe creative suite
UX design
Generative AI
Timeline
Lead User Experience Designer
AT&T Business
06.2024 - Current
Lead User Experience Designer
AT&T Mercury Studio
01.2021 - 06.2024
Senior User Experience Designer
AT&T CX
01.2019 - 01.2021
Senior User Experience Designer
AT&T CDI Group
10.2014 - 01.2019
Global Creative
Orange Amplifiers
06.2013 - 10.2014
Senior Interactive Designer
Hip Cricket
10.2011 - 06.2013
Global Creative | Artist Relations
Orange Amplifiers
02.2004 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Media Production
American InterContinental University