Creating the future
of technology, products,
and experiences.
Apple . GOOGLE . YOUTUBE . DISNEY . FLIXSTER . WARNER BROS.
15+ years driving innovation with Fortune 500s and global brands
Mobile, tablet, desktop, web, software, television, wearable
CONNECT
Consumer insights
Brand strategy
User research
Persona journeys
Design: Systems
Success metrics
INNOVATE
User-centered experiences
Product strategy
User experience
Information architecture
Design: UX . IxD . UI
Prototyping and testing
ENGAGE
Visual communication
Marketing strategy
User-focused content
Interactive copywriting
Design: Visual
Creative direction
Understanding Consumers
Connect with your consumers to develop successful products and experiences.
Industries
Technology
Financial
Entertainment
Automotive
Education
Healthcare
360° Design
Products and brands
Consumer experiences
Enterprise solutions
Mobile applications
Data-rich software
eLearning platforms
Results
Evangelize innovation
Accelerate development
Save costs and resources
Boost product performance
Increase engagement
Maximize revenue
Work Experience
GLOBAL PRODUCT DESIGN DIRECTOR
Galvagnized
Los Angeles . 2013 – PRESENT
Headed strategy, creation, launch of brands/companies/products/experiences:
• Surya Success: eLearning technology for peak performance and stress management
• Mobile app, website, in-flight interface, Apple watch app to track heartbeat/breathing
• White label solution for companies and universities to create online courses and videos
SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER / LEAD
Apple
Silicon Valley . 2016 – 2017
Led strategy, creation, launch of products/experiences:
• High-visibility global consumer experiences
• Complex and data-rich internal management systems
• UX strategy, research, design, prototyping, testing
SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE / DESIGN Director
Disney
Glendale/Pasadena . 2015 – 2016
Led strategy, creation, launch of products/experiences:
• Disney Store: eCommerce mobile app, retail experience
• Global employee career growth platform
• Immersive event planning experience
USER EXPERIENCE / DESIGN Director
Warner Bros.
Burbank, CA . 2007 – 2013
Led strategy, creation, launch of products/experiences featured at CES, Google Keynote, WSJ:
• WarnerBros.com: eCommerce experience
• Flixster: Entertainment portal, discovery engine, social network
• OutMyWindow: Cross-platform photo sharing app
• YouTube Movies
PRODUCT EXPERIENCE / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
RWB Automotive
Santa Monica . 2005 – 2007
Headed strategy, creation, launch of digital/physical/interactive experiences:
• Volkswagen: Project R GT—New Jetta, Touareg, Passat—SEMA Show
• Volkswagen: GX3—First 3 wheeler concept car—LA Auto Show
• Formula One: TF106 Panasonic Toyota F1—Monterey Historics Race, Laguna Seca
interactive art director
Ethos Design
Burbank . 2003 – 2005
Led strategy, creation, launch of brands/products/interactive environments:
• Intel, Lounge 22, Volvo
• Banana Republic, Ferragamo
• The Oscars
PRODUCT DESIGN DIRECTOR
Demasque Productions
Beverly Hills . 2001 – 2003
Headed strategy, creation, launch of products/experiences:
• Entertainment experiences
• Multimedia platforms
• E-commerce websites
Art Director
Publicis Groupe
France . 2000 – 2001
Led strategy, creation, launch of:
• National advertising
• Marketing campaigns
• Premium brands
• Event collateral
Experience Design
LEAD
Building teams
Source
Hire
Mentor
—
Inspire
Collaborate
Innovate
understand
Design thinking
Empathize
Define
Ideate
—
Prototype
Test
Implement
validate
Research and testing
Interviews
Surveys
Card sorts
—
Tree tests
Usability tests
A/B tests
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
MASTER'S DEGREE
Smartly School of Business
Online Program . Candidate
EMBA
• Strategy and innovation
• Data analysis and decisions
• Leading organizations
• Operations management
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