Creating the future
of design, communication,
and technology.
Apple . GOOGLE . DISNEY . WARNER BROS . JOB SEARCH
15+ years driving innovation with Fortune 500s and global brands
Digital, interactive, mobile, web, social, software, print
CONNECT
Consumer insights
Brand strategy
Consumer research
Persona journeys
Design: Systems
Success metrics
INNOVATE
Interactive experiences
Product strategy
User experience
Information architecture
Design: UX . IxD . UI
Prototyping and testing
ENGAGE
Visual communication
Marketing strategy
Content development
Messaging and copywriting
Design: Graphics
Integrated campaigns
Understanding Consumers
Connect with your consumers to develop successful products and experiences.
Industries
Technology
Education
Automotive
Entertainment
Financial
Healthcare
360° Design
Products and brands
Customer experiences
Enterprise solutions
Mobile applications
eLearning platforms
Print communications
Results
Evangelize innovation
Accelerate development
Save costs and resources
Boost product performance
Increase engagement
Maximize revenue
Work Experience
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE / DESIGN DIRECTOR
Galvagnized
Los Angeles, CA . 2013 – PRESENT
• Strategize new products and technologies, collaborating with CEOs and executives
• Lead workshops to evangelize future thinking, design, prototype, and test ideas
• Inspire and mentor cross-functional teams and agency partners across all disciplines
• Drove creation and launch of global brands, companies, products, and experiences
• Generated successful metrics, conducting quantitative/qualitative research and testing
• Pioneered new eLearning technology for peak performance and stress management
SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER / LEAD
Apple
Silicon Valley, CA . 2016 – 2017
• Created and led innovative experiences for global initiatives
• Fueled product vision, strategy, and design across web and mobile
• Informed product experience with clear data analysis and user insights
• Guided usability testing plans in collaboration with research team
• Conceptualized new interaction design models for optimal usability
• Designed seamless user experiences that generated positive results
SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE / DESIGN Director
Disney
Glendale and Pasadena, CA . 2015 – 2016
• Galvanized innovation creating advanced strategies and user-centered products
• Redefined entire Disney store mobile app to maximize consumer engagement
• Partnered with executive leadership to envision and build future-vision experiences
• Mentored designers and streamlined effective cross-departmental decisions
• Led strategic workshops and presentations to establish vision, goals, and strategy
• Composed user experience, architecture, interaction, design, prototypes, and tests
USER EXPERIENCE / DESIGN Director
Warner Bros.
Burbank, CA . 2007 – 2015
• Directed projects featured at CES, Google Keynote, LA Times, Wall Street Journal
• Oversaw creation of high-profile global enterprise and consumer experiences
• Played expanding leadership role guiding vision, strategy, design, and engineering
• Elevated product quality providing creative direction for new global platforms
• Inspired and led cross-functional teams in collaboration with senior executives
• Promoted for accomplishments, performance, and contributions to business growth
PRODUCT EXPERIENCE / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
RWB Automotive
Santa Monica, CA . 2005 – 2007
Clients: Volkswagen, Lexus, Toyota Racing, Formula One
• Drove strategic and creative direction for all product, digital, and marketing solutions
• Headed successful launches of concept cars featured at SEMA and LA Auto Show
• Oversaw client proposals, budgets, and teams, saving company time and resources
• Hired talent and led product experience, interaction, design, and engineering
• Directed video and photo shoots for advertising and communication campaigns
interactive art director
Ethos Design
Burbank, CA . 2003 – 2005
Clients: Intel, Banana Republic, Donna Karan, Volvo, The Oscars
• Spearheaded vision, strategy, and design for global and iconic brands
• Redefined the way people experience space, information, and architecture
• Innovated product experiences with motion, digital, and interactive media
• Collaborated with product and technology teams, clients, and marketing group
• Fulfilled pivotal role in fueling company success, ensuring exceptional results
EXPERIENCE / DESIGN DIRECTOR
Demasque Productions
Beverly Hills, CA . 2001 – 2003
• Orchestrated all phases of consumer experience, strategy, and design
• Ran successful client enterprises and products from concept to launch
• Leveraged comprehensive digital, creative, and interactive expertise
• Crafted new brand experiences ensuring continuity across touch points
• Hired and led creative talent and engineers achieving excellent results
• Capitalized on high-tech multimedia platforms to advance client goals
Art Director
Publicis Groupe
Marseille, France . 2000 – 2001
Home of Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Razorfish, and Rosetta
• Developed original and high-impact ad concepts for premium brands
• Created and authored storyboards, designs, and presentations
• Supported launch of national advertising and marketing campaigns
Experience Design
understand
Design thinking
Empathize
Define
Ideate
—
Design
Prototype
Test
validate
Research and testing
Interviews
Surveys
Card sorts
—
Tree tests
Usability tests
A/B tests
CREATE
Technologies
Sketch App
Adobe CC
InVision
—
Apple Keynote
Microsoft Office
HTML, CSS, JS
Education
Bachelor's Degree
University of California
Los Angeles, CA
Design
• Digital, interactive, motion
• Experience design and engineering
• Human-computer interaction
• Visual communication
Continuing Education
Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA
Product Design
• Industrial
• Transportation
• Brand creation
• Advertising
Awards and Recognition
2014 - 2016
ABC . CBS . FOX . NBC
Sandra Galvagny
Galvagnized
Surya Success
2014
Mega Minds
Award winning website design
2013 - 2015
CEO Space International
Guest speaker and faculty for business leaders, and recognition for Galvagnized
2012
Online to Riches
Best presentation award
2011 - 2013
Warner Bros.
Lead for winning team of mobile app challenge
Featured projects—CES, LA Times, CNBC, Wall Street Journal
Recognition for contributions to Flixster
2010
Google Keynote
Featured app design at Mobile World Congress
2006
LA Auto Show, Volkswagen
Unveiling of GX3—Cutting edge 3-wheeler concept car
2005
SEMA, Volkswagen
Launch of Project R GT—All new Jetta, Touareg, and Passat
