Hi, I’m Zach!
I lead app design for several brands at Beyond, Inc., with previous experience designing for small e-commerce businesses and working at a design agency focused on supporting local companies in the Spokane area.
I’ve always had a deep connection to experiences that evoke emotion and play, focusing on the small, often overlooked details. It’s these nuances that, when done right, enhance the overall user experience.
For me, UX is about solving business and customer challenges holistically, where art, emotion, and business meet.
Outside of work, I enjoy time with family, learning SwiftUI, mixology, and mentoring up-and-coming designers. Let’s connect if you’re seeking a designer with a track record of delivering impactful results.
Skills I Bring to the Team
Visual and Interaction Design
- User Interface (UI) Design
- Interaction Design (IxD)
- Mobile and Responsive Design
- Design Systems & Style Guides
- Prototyping & Wireframing
- Typography & Color Theory
- Information Architecture
- Accessibility Design (WCAG)
- Motion and Micro-Interactions
- Iconography & Visual Assets
Strategy
- Product Design Strategy
- Design Thinking & Problem Solving
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Roadmapping & Prioritization
- Design Leadership & Mentorship
- Business & User Alignment
- Brand Strategy & Identity Development
- Agile Design & Sprint Planning
- Competitive Analysis
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Research
- User Research & Interviews
- Usability Testing (Moderated & Unmoderated)
- Personas & Empathy Mapping
- Heuristic Evaluation
- Journey Mapping & Task Analysis
- A/B Testing & Experiments
- Heatmaps & Clickstream Analysis
- Surveys & Feedback Loops
- User Flow & Behavioral Analysis
- Analytics Interpretation (Google Analytics, Amplitude)
Recent Experience
Beyond, Inc.
UX Product Design Lead
Mobile Apps (iOS/Android)
2020—Present
Overstock.com
UX Product Design Lead
Search & Navigation
2018—2020
Education
Eastern Washington University
B.A. Visual Communication Design
2010—2014