Posts in Design

A Jaguar Meow

November 24, 2024  •  5 min readVibrant artistic composition featuring diverse models in striking, colorful fashion. The central figure is dressed in an elaborate orange-red gown, surrounded by models in bold outfits of pink, red, yellow, and orange tones. The background transitions between shades of orange and pink, with the word ‘JAGUAR’ displayed prominently in the center.

Jaguar’s rebrand is bold but polarizing, trading heritage for hype. In the race for EV dominance, a flashy logo and film won’t cut it—it’s the product that defines the brand. Let’s break down what this redesign gets right, and what it misses.

What Is Brand Strategy and Why Is It So Powerful

February 5, 2024  •  8 min readWhat is brand strategy and why is it so powerful

Brand strategy isn't just about logos and color palettes—it's about finding the sweet spot between what your audience wants and what makes your brand unique. When you nail this intersection, you create something truly magical: an emotional connection that transforms casual customers into devoted fans. Let me show you how it works.

Why Is Brand Strategy Important

January 15, 2024  •  6 min readWhy is brand strategy important

Brand strategy isn't just another buzzword—it's the foundation that separates lasting design from fleeting trends. In my experience, I've learned that pretty visuals are easy, but creating meaningful work that stands the test of time requires something deeper. Here's why brand strategy matters, and how it can transform your approach to design.

Visualizing Minority Rule in the United States

May 7, 2022  •  4 min readChart showing the nine current Supreme Court justices, with column graphs displaying the popular vote for each nominating president and the population represented by their senate confirmation votes

After NPR's Mara Liasson commented on minority rule in the United States, I wanted to investigate the numbers behind Supreme Court appointments. What I found about presidential popular votes and Senate confirmations was striking enough that I needed to visualize it.

I Read the Newspaper Today, Oh Boy!

February 18, 2022  •  3 min readNewspaper

After decades away from print newspapers, I rediscovered the tactile joy of reading the San Francisco Chronicle over breakfast. The crisp pages, inky scent, and familiar sections brought back memories of Sunday mornings in North Beach cafes—reminding me that sometimes the medium truly is part of the message.

The Apple Design Process

January 19, 2022  •  6 min readCreative Selection book with Roger Wong's Apple badge

Drawing from my time at Apple and insights from Ken Kocienda's 'Creative Selection,' I share how Steve Jobs shaped Apple's legendary design process through relentless exploration and refinement. From creating hundreds of packaging mockups to weekly design reviews in the mysterious Diplomacy room, this is an insider's look at how Apple's obsession with quality came to life under Steve's ultimate creative direction.

How to Put Your Stuff Together and Get a Job as a Product Designer: Part 1

December 6, 2021  •  8 min readIllustration of a resume

After decades of experience hiring designers, I've learned what makes candidates stand out. In this first part of a three-part series, I share essential tips for crafting your resume and LinkedIn profile to catch a hiring manager's attention. The key? Remember that design leaders are your users—we're busy people who need to quickly assess if you're the right fit.

Art for Biden

November 16, 2020  •  2 min readVote for Joe

When Christopher Simmons called for artwork supporting the Biden-Harris campaign, what started as a single contribution evolved into an obsessive creative series. Through 3D typography and animated loops, I channeled my hopes for democracy into Instagram-ready animations designed to catch eyes and change minds.