A day in the life of a UX Designer in San Francisco (but forreal)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 21 ส.ค. 2024
- About a year ago I made a video about the day in the life as a UX Designer and looking back on it… I just don't think it was that useful. So, I made a new one. Hope you enjoy it!
ABOUT VIDEO 👇
1. Flexible schedules: Sometimes I get into work a bit later because I take morning meetings from home.
2. Mornings: The mornings are often reserved for clearing emails, providing answers to questions from the day before about projects (my company is international so when I'm asleep some of my colleagues are working), as well as working on different types of design documentation.
3. Meetings: The more you grow into leadership, the more meetings you may start to have. This is great though because you want to make sure the design team is represented in important product decisions.
No meeting-type days are common in tech. I get a lot more heads down design work done during these days. My design team sometimes runs design jams on these days too.
4. Collaboration: I work very closely with Product Managers and Engineers. We all have important and different perspectives on the projects we work on together. Feedback is often, both in scheduled meetings and in casual conversation.
5. Variety: Product Designers are very customer focused, so we are often working with researchers to get our designs in front of customers. Part of my job is facilitating those sessions, creating documentation on what we learned, communicating it, and using the research to inform design decisions. This creates a lot of variety to my days since we are often in different stages of the design process across different projects.
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Name: Alexa
Where I’m from: Wisconsin → San Francisco → San Diego
About: I’m a designer! I live, breath, and value design. My background is in Graphic Design and digital Product Design and I’ve worked at a number of tech startups as a Product Designer as well as for larger industry leading tech companies such as Yelp and Zendesk. I’m currently a Senior Product Designer at Zendesk on the growth and monetization team.
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I’m a night owl, I feel the same calmness during the night and that’s when my productivity is at peak. I guess we all have our moments.
Something about knowing the wrold is asleep and it brings a whole another level of relaxed. So I guess the same for morning people, but when the moons up.
Hi dear
Damn! You make want to work in IT, lately I've been really depressed about finding something that I enjoy doing as a career. I was interested in UX and UI Design but never really got into it because I'm quite shy and intreoverted, and although I've always been creative & empathetic (both of these seem important in product design) I didn't want to step out of my comfort zone... Well to be honest you put a smile on my face, the working environment seems sweet and I feel like I could just fit in. Thank you for that, now I have to watch all of your videos ;)
Oh yay!! So glad to hear.
I am a software engineer and I too get to work and coordinate with the product or UX designers as we call them in our team. So I could totally relate to this video. Very refreshing!
Hey Siddhartha, that is so cool and amazing to hear. Thanks so much :)
Hello, I'm Alexa hello, I was wondering how much on an average you earn annually... it would be really helpful and I hope you don’t mind answering!?
Im a web developer/web designer I want to have an idea on how to have a stress free environment of a workplace.?
@@pash.d1 I have plans to make finance related videos this year as well! Stay tuned :)
@@rousselrojas3352 Hmm that sounds like a complicated question because there are a LOT of factors. WHat's going on for you that's making your work environment stressful?
I got to say that this is definitely my favorite day in the life video I have seen. I really liked the amount of effort and insight that you put into this video! Also appreciate the positive vibes and charisma. Hello from a fellow SFer!!
Ahhh thanks Noah! I spent WAY too much time on it so I appreciate it :)
Hi Noah, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
This is actually the best day in the life video I've seen. Every other video just has people eating and then 30 seconds of footage of them typing.
Thank you!! :)
Hi Matt, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
As a UX designer in the bay area, I can confirm all this stuff.
This was the most detailed video among day in my life videos.
Loved it!
THANK YOU 🤗
Agreed.
Thank you sharing! I'll be finish with my ux classes in 5 months.
So excited to get into the field.
You're welcome!! Good luck with your studies :)
Wow! A day in the life video that wasn’t all fluff, morning routines and dog pics 🙏🏽👌🏽
Thank you!!
Are you kidding me? Minus the dog pics this video was all fluff and morning routines. The first several minutes were of the UX designer getting out of bed, eating breakfast, and reading a book. The only relevant part of the morning routine is what time you have to wake up to get to work on time. The whole point of a "day in the life of [JOB TITLE HERE]" is to see what the job is like; Nobody cares if you drink Matcha tea.
Finally someone who showers😂❤️
You’ve earned a subscriber😄
lmaoo thank you 👍
Hi Nicolas, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
That's the most valuable "A day in the life of a .." I've ever seen. Thanks for sharing your work experience!
I remember I used to bingewatch a lot of A Day in the Lifes of tech people just because, as a student, I really have NO IDEA what happens at "real life" work. Until I had my internship as a graphic designer in a marketing services company. I could say we have similar days. A few days we'd just have meetings, and yes sometimes ALL DAY LONG. But now I got a job as a software engineer, and it's cool to understand both sides of the project. Thanks for the amazing content! Gonna subscribe so I could watch more :)
Ohhh thanks Danah!! Yeah it's pretty wild how much it all makes sense once you start working but before that you can really feel out of the know. I'm so glad you're a new subscriber, I appreciate it so much 🤗
oh my god THANK YOU for making this video, i'm in college currently and sometimes i feel so discouraged in my major because i can rarely find info online for people actually wanting to go into UX (rather than doing it as a career shift)
Wooaa, I'm sorry to hear that Avni! I'm right here with yah girl. I promise, there are still tons of people getting into the design field after they studied in university. Keep pushing through and do what you love! -A
I can honestly say this video is probably the best day in the life I’ve seen so far.
Ahhhh shit. Thank you!!
I actually agree
Can totally relate as a UX/UI design intern at a tech startup company :)
This is totally awesome of you for making this video with plethora of info. I also work as a Software Engineer and started taking courses on UI/UX and Design Principles.
Thank you so much!! :)
Loved the video. I keep going back and forth between earning my software engineering degree and my graphic design degree, and this was very insightful on the designers perspective. Thank you!
Oh so glad this video was helpful for you :D
I'm kind of in the same path! I'm a fresh IT graduate and I'm a software engineer now, but I've always loved graphic design and I was fortunate enough to have my internship as a graphic designer. Thinking of getting my masters in both fields! Reading this inspired me a whole lot! :)
I have been struggling for several years with the decision of which career is the best for me. I am a software engineer now but I' am passionate about design. Do you think that UX could be a good job for me with that background? Thank you!
I am an Engineer and I am switching to UI/UX Design and have found this video has been awesome. Thank you! Looking forward to see more videos like this.
Yayyy so great to hear, thanks Christian :)
Christian, I am curious to know why you are transitioning to design. I attended a coding bootcamp and in the months of the bootcamp, I also designed for our team. Most of them said I should do design instead of coding. But I know how hard it is to get a job as a UX designer. In one company I worked at, there was only one designer working with a dozen software engineers. What do you think of the current job marketplace for designers?
Hello Alexa. I find your video very refreshing beause I am in the middle of a job change. After spending 5 years in retail and three years as a janitor it is high time for a career goal. For the past two months, I have been learning to do Front-end development (HTML5, CSS3, and Javascript). Since I have an associate degree in general studies, I am just self-learning the UX online and again HTML5, etc on free code academy. I am praying that next year I will get a job in its field. Anyway, thank you for sharing.
Hey Jen! Wow how exciting :) Keep up all the hard work and learning and I know great things will happen. Make sure to try and create connections with designers / people who have jobs you want to have in real life too, those relationships can make a big difference!
Love seeing other women in this tech space - I recently posted a video showing my day in the life as a Data Scientist! :)
what do data scientists do. can you explain in a nutshell
Loved the upbeat energy in your video. I can tell you love your job.
Thank you so much!
I just finished my 8th week of school at Lambda School studying UX design. I’m so excited to join this space. Have you ever heard of a deaf UX designer in your area? Someone uses sign language as primary mode? I love that you eat right, balance with work, play sports and including making this video!
Woooa so exciting!! I personally don't know deaf UX Designers but I'm sure there's someone out there who is. I actually know quite a few color blind designers but yeah, no one who's deaf.
I'm really glad to hear you enjoyed this video! I'm pumped for you :) Congrats on your 8th week!
WOW! I love designing UI or UX! I just graduated college and I can say THAT is one of my dream job! Very cool video! God Bless!
THANK YOU 🤗
Alexa is the most tech savvy name currently! And the fact that you work in this industry is pretty cool XD
LOL I guess that's a good way to put it. Thank you 💁♀️
Great Video Alexa! One of the best "day in the life of.." video :)
I am a fellow Product/UX Designer.
Sweeeeet, that's so great to hear. Thanks Azeem :)
I loved your video. I’m a Technical Writer getting into UX Writing, so in the field of what you’re doing.
Man...going to the office. Remember that? That was nice.
You must have kids lol
This was so helpful! FOR REAL! lol I keep wanting to know what a day in the life is like work wise, and work flow. This was it!
ahhhh love to hear it :) LMK if you have any follow up questions!
This seems very helpful. I’m a PD student.
Where do you attend school for PD? My daughter got accepted to SVA and is on the waitlist for RISD for graphic design but is now thinking of taking her true passion of product design instead.
I’m starting my first UX job on tuesday and I’m watching this 😁
OMG good luck!! 🤗🤗
Thank you so much!! I’m a bit stressed but also super excited 😜
Hows it been?
Agreed! Tell me your experience!
Cool! Good to know Zendesk offers great snacks and drinks lol, thanks for sharing! I am actually inspired by your morning schedule. I tried to get up early but didn’t keep this habit. Guess I need to work on it again
Oh yes we've got great snacks! New ones every quarter actually hahah. Yes! Keep up the morning routine, it's life changing. Good luck :)
Is this great for someone that like to create, have an arty side (I love drawing and coming up with ideas) but loves being in front of the computer but want to be useful.? I've never did this kind pf stuff nor graphic designing coding nor anything of the like but I'm willing to learn and any would help me get into a job that stabke where it's not too much competition.
I just turnee 27 and not only am I tired of draining my life scaree to try to take a new career approach but I also in live a household that's toxic where I'm still being held back by a narcassitic controlling parent who doesn't want me to explore as well.
Hey Ms V! Sounds very challenging. I think you should totally look into UX Design more. Growing up, I always was drawn to the art classes, and yearbook club and stuff like that and so having project based work like Product Design is really aligned with how I like to work.
By coming here and writing this comment, it seems to me like you've taken a big step. Keep pushing through the negativity in your life and do what's going to be best for you 🔥
Good luck and hope to see you around more on my channel!
Unfortunately a lot of people don’t understand what it’s like growing up with a narcissist abuser they really drain your soul
Good video! Truly made me realize I would forsure rather major in UX design rather than software engineering. Would forsure enjoy coming up with a solution to a problem and designing it much more than straight up only coding like an SE.
"It's pretty late in the day!"
"Well I still have things to do." LMAO. Anyway, very informative video!!!
hahah thank yah :)
Thank you for creating this video. It was a great look at your day and schedule as a Product/UX Designer. You are appreciated!
I talked to Sara last week on our college career expo! Hope I can get an internship at zendesk.
Hey Shuang, so glad you stopped by our booth. Sara is amazing :) Make sure to send in your application online through our careers site!
Great video and explanation on UX. This gave me some good insight on what a day in UX can look like. I am currently working as a Instructional Designer (ID) but really interested in maybe moving to UX.
Heyyy M! Thanks so much :) I actually have a friend who's transitioning from ID to UX right now too. Best of luck to you!
This was an amazing day in my life video. I’m just starting out as a ux designer and I really hope my day goes something similar to this.
Thanks Sonia!! Wishing you the best of luck on your journey :)
I just heard UI design from my friends in instagram where im looking for right now, so we have to start from becoming a product designer? My worst drawing is when i need to design a lunch box 😬 i love the music background, its soo relaxing, thanks for showing me your daily live to c:
Hi, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
You have the best personality, super creative & are such a joy to watch. Also, like others have said...definitely the best day in the life video I've ever seen. Thanks for doing this:)
AWE wow thank you so much! So glad to hear you enjoyed it :)
Good Night !
The day has to come to an end in order for the greatness of tomorrow to begin. Love this
Thanks for this video! I'm currently studying backend through a course in NZ and teaching myself frontend. I recently learnt about UX and now am trying to decide if I want to go into development or UX. I'm still not sure but this video has inspired me and I so want to work in a creative team such as yours!
Awe yay!! So glad you enjoyed the video :)
fantastic video!
Thanks Charli!! We actually run in the same sorts of circles out here in SF. Would love to catch you next time you’re in town if you have the time. Let me know 🤗
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Interesting indeed.
Hi Joshua, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
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@@trishankhansrajani9745 great but who asked?
Hi Alexa, love from India🇮🇳. Nice video, keep it up.
Heyyy Parvindra, thank you so much :)
Recently decided to try UX design I have always found it fascinating but was scared to make the jump and go for it. I loved watching your video and am excited to continue to learn and grow!
Hiiii! So glad to hear :) Feel free to reach out if you have any questions and good luck getting started 🔥💪
These videos are so related and so far from my reality at the same time! I work in a small company (we don't have all these fancy stuff and food) but we face essentially the same problems and got the same tasks to do. That's really nice to watch. If I had any public, I would love to share how my routine as a 16 years old software engineer "intern" and point all these differences and similarities. Anyway, your videos are amazing.
ohhh thanks Lucas :) You totally should share your experience, I'm sure a lot of people wouldn't find your experience interesting!
Im watching this video 3 years later but this seems unreal LOL ...like what you see in movies. Ive been watching tech videos because Im considering a career change and my corporate life is nothing like this at all LOL. I didn't even know ppl lived like this. The tech industry has been ahead of its time for quite some time I see. Im remote now but we were always required to come into the office for meetings and them offering any snacks for free is unheard of. And even though they want us to collaborate the open office space is cube city. Just subbed!
Glad to hear your enjoyed the video!! Tech has definitely provided me an incredible career and better work/life balance. Love to hear when people are considering a switch in - lmk if you need any other insight on how to get started
Awesome video. You're really good at vlogs! Also i'm super jealous of all the free, yummy food that you guys get at work! Keep up the great work
Awe, wow -- thanks Shevb!! I appreciate it :)
ALEXA ! Explain life of a life of a UX Designer in location San Francisco!
(Additional tag: forreals)
PS: sorry had to do that 😁
Loved this so much. Thank you. So fun and watchable but really informative at the same time X
Wow!!! I love your video... This was my first one! It was soooo exciting your day! I didn't realize jobs could be like this! It was soooo eye opening!!! 🥰🥰🥰 thank you..
Thanks so much Hannah :) YES, I really do love my day to day at work too. So glad it meant something to yoU!
Really it was an amazing blog, i'm a product designer too from Bangladesh but I'm a huge interest to work on SF someday. Superb inspired. Thanks Alexa :)
Yayyy thank you Fahad! :)
I just started getting into UX and website designing for a dropshipping store and a blog. I had a client ask if I can create a website for her, so I kind of just dove headfirst into web design by doing a bunch of research. She is my first client, and since then I’ve only experimented with my own website.
I love finding videos like this because I’ve been working from home on my websites for 6 months now. My previous job was in the military (only 3 years-I was injured). It helps me to understand what home projects I can work on as a freelancer, how to work a job like yours from home, or finding out about jobs like yours to see what else I can start doing for income. And most importantly - since I’m still a newbie in web designing - those “how to” videos.
Hi Cherry, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
One of the best day in the life videos ever ! I'm looking to break into this field so finding your channel has been awesome.
Ahh THANK YOU! I'm pumped you're trying to break into the industry. I've got a bunch of new videos coming so stay tuned :)
Thank you for making a second one. I personally enjoyed both!! This was fantastic and insightful.
Yayyy thank you so much
Hi Rosa, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
“Hi , Sara “ .. my siri “what can i help you with?” 😂😂
HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
You are so sunny and refreshing
Aweee, thanks so much Haylie!
Hello from a UX product designer in Stockholm, Sweden! Nice video.
Ohhhh hello 👋 Thank you so much!
Duuude! Wassup?!? I just stumbled upon this and had no idea I’d find you on TH-cam !! The video was an easy 10/10. Hope all is going well :)
Duuuuude hey! This video is doing super well atm hahah 😅 So cool that you found it. Thanks and hope you're doin well too!
Thank you for sharing. I've been looking into a career change and this seemed like a good fit at first. So far, all the videos I've watched paint UX Design as a career for extroverts and that worries me.
You’re welcome for sharing! I disagree that this career path is one only well suited for extroverts although since I am one, I could see how my videos could come across this way.
I work with a lot of designers who are introverts and they have wildly successful careers as well. Hope that’s helpful!
Great video! I am an Information Systems & Marketing Double Major with 1 year left of school! I am trying to decide what career path is best for me. Product or UX design is for sure near the top of the list. Thank you for such a “real” video!
Yooo thanks so much!
This video is great! I’m looking to move into field from working in marketing and being a psychic medium.
Wooa so cool! Good luck with the transition :)
Hi Alexa!
What advice wud you give to those who want to pursue UI AND UX design..?
What are the tools we should master? Like Photoshop , Drawing etc? Love to have an opinion from someone who is in the field like yourself. Thank you very much for the video!
Thanks Afzal! Let's see, I made a video about tools you can check out here: th-cam.com/video/gZkLt88yHxo/w-d-xo.html -- If you watch it and still have questions let me know :)
@@HelloImAlexa Thank you very much. Appreciate it
Meetings half the day is SO ACCURATE ahahah! Great video Alexa.
Right?! haha thank you!
I really enjoy your videos! They are very chill and give a lot of information. Awesome job :)
Thanks so much!!
So glad I stumbled upon this video. I am definitely interested in this field and this video was totally inspiring! Will you be doing anymore work vlogs?
ohhh thank you!! :) I'd LOVE to. Anything in particular you'd be looking for? Or just general work life?
Hello, I'm Alexa just general work life. I can’t think of any specifics atm but if I do I’ll definitely comment!
Amazing A Day In The Life video! This is the first video which really shows working instead of just eating eating & eating... & also you told about how engineers & designers can work together.. Zendesk looks really creative & awesome to work there! 😍♥️
Thank youuuu 🤗 I'm so glad you feel that way. Zendesk is an amazing place to work, especially as a designer! Glad to hear that's shined through to you.
@@HelloImAlexa Thanks for replying Alexa 😊 yes Zendesk looks so amazing to me & i think to all Designers.. remember me? I'm that guy who asked you on insta about industrial design & product design difference & study.. 😃
@@nycto16 yesss your name did sound familiar when I was responding!
@@HelloImAlexa yeah 😃
Awesome video ! My friend has an internship at Zendesk it is awesome ! Keep up the good work .
Ohhh hell yeah! That's cool to hear. And thanks so much :)
i like your video, energy, positiveness...and All the best for the next DAY` and I m too UX/UI Designer. :)
Thanks Tafseer!!
Thanks for sharing Alexa! Really informative and helpful 😃
Yayyy! So great to hear, thanks Alex :)
Hi Alexa,
This was ace, l love early mornings too and I particularly loved the fact you showed that you run usability testing sessions and are involved in the research, I personally think it’s a super important part of the design process for a product designer! Happy to see this is the case in Silicon Valley! Thanks for sharing! :)
Hi there!! Thanks so much :) Glad you enjoyed the video. P.S. Just subbed to your channel!
Awww thank you! We truly appreciate the support Alexa! Keep the great work up! Best Si ;)
Love this! I work as a product manager :) excited to connect with people in the same industry. We never had a product designer in the company I used to work for. I'm so curious as to how itll be in my new company. Starting next week :) I am new to the bay area.
Thanks so much Gabi! And OMG welcome to the Bay. Good luck on Monday 🔥
best video ive seen, would love to know your education background and what type of code you know like javascript? thanks!
Thank you!! My background is Graphic Design and I don't know any coding languages.
I just started a training last week in UX. I hope to excel in this new career path. Wish me luck guys 🍀😀
yesss GOOD LUCK!
this was rly enjoyable and informative!! :-)
THANK YOU :)
I am a graphic design student, living in another country. And all these insecurities are always in my hand, about if I know enough to get a proper job If my English is good enough and so it goes on. Thanks for sharing this video with your routine, it somehow makes me way more excited about finishing uni and finding my place in the design business and it doesn't feel that scary anymore! Wish you all the success!
Oh my gosh Mariana, thanks for sharing your story! Just know, you're not alone in your insecurities, so don't let them hold you back :) I'm glad my video is inspiring you to finish up university and follow your dreams to become a designer.
I'm not sure if you follow linguamarina on TH-cam or Instagram already, but she's a good friend of mine and makes videos about learning languages and living in the Silicon Valley -- lots of good stuff.
Good luck! And remember, you have all the power in the world to make this all this happen for you.
You are just the sweetest! Thanks for this, it means a lot to me, wish you all the best
Great video! I really wanted this (for real) 😀😀😀 Thank you so much for sharing
Thank you Abbin!!
hey alexa! thaankyouuuu sm for this! i am choosing ux as a career and this video has answered Alot of my ques as to get an idea for wht wrk i'd b expected to do.❤️
thnks again. luv from india♥️♥️♥️
Oh yay!! So glad to hear. You're so welcome!
@@HelloImAlexa hey! quick que. do u HAVE to learn computer language in order to b a ui/ux designer??
@@nandininic Hi there, from my experience, no you don't need to learn a coding or a computer language to be a UI/UX Designer
@@HelloImAlexa Thanks alot!😊
Just love your smile 💕
keep smiling, shining 🌟😍
What was the most difficult part of your day? Deciding what you wanted for lunch at Chai Bar or playing with colorful origami shapes of paper? I'm still not sure what you do... "Forreal"
LOL okay Ty. If that's all you got out of the video then no problem! Happy to chat more about the specific challenges to my job if you are legitimately interested and not trying to shame me. Regardless, thanks for stopping by 👍
Great video for someone wants to start out
Interesting... I loved watching your day.
Great video Alexa! I see a large diversity in people and it looks beautiful, are there many black peoples in your field or workspace ? Thanks for sharing your day
Thanks so much!! I can't say specifically because I don't have the exact data on what you're asking but I do know the design community cares deeply about the importance of bringing people together with different backgrounds in order to solve problems. This drives a lot of hiring teams in the Bay Area.
Yo thank you i know all about the great food you guys have i used to work at a catering company were we set the food up and i always wondered what you guys doing...now that i want to develop my own product the process has lead me to ux design front end design etc stil alot to learn but this video helped me get a glimpse of what its like thanks again. And shout out the bay tho im from the city.
Hey great to hear this was helpful for you! Excited for you if you're getting started in ux design 🔥💪
Thanks for the video! I am prepare to apply Zendesk.!
Yay!! I love working here 😭🤗
I love your videos because your videos motivate me with design career... ❤️
#Graphic Designer & #Multimedia #Specialist to be 💕🎨
Yayyy, thanks Hamza!! Glad to have you as a Subscriber :)
@@HelloImAlexa Thanks for replying Alexa!! You are the only one whom i get inspiration for choosing Design as a major & career.. & yes 1 request plz make more videos with Luba means Software engineer & Product Designer videos! (Love ur A day in the life video) 😍❤️
subscribing because of this video! wow! this was so intelligently made. kudos to you! 👏🏻⭐️
Ohhh thank you!! :)
Oooh. You are Alexa ! Nice to meet you
I dunno why but this video very fun to see and give us many insight as product designer
hey alexa, is there coding involved in your job? i’m looking into ux design but i’m also not into coding because it’s just too much.
Hey Nathan, coding is not required to become a Product Designer but it's still important to understand enough to communicate with your engineering teammates. Hope that helps!
Loved watching!
Thank you for such an awesome video! Really inspiring :D
You're so, so welcome :)
Eating, emailing, reunion, not writting a single code-line and telling other people what to do. I want to do that job.
LOL not quite 😅 I'm definitely not "telling" people what to do all day. But I do love my job!
Wow, so cool. We love your life!
I'm a brand designer, but I'm studying UI / UX, thanks for the video, it helped me a lot
Hi Kaere, I recently came across a podcast with Simon Coxon, discussing the journey of a UX Designer. Simon is from London and was the formed UI/UX head at Financial Times. You can learn about his journey and experience at - th-cam.com/video/WVluIrGa5Mc/w-d-xo.html. Hope you find this helpful.
Hi Alexa!
I love your video! For a while I’ve been hoping someone would do one for UX Design/Product Design.
I’m currently trying to transition into the field. I’m based out of SF Bay Area and was wondering if you would be down for a coffee meet?
Very inspiring! Excited to go to school for it this fall!
Yay!!! You're gonna have so much fun, good luck :)
Hello, I'm Alexa thank you!!!!! 😊💕
what's the salary like for UX designers, especially for beginners? Thanks.
This is a nuanced question Going to try and film a video about this soon for y'all!
Looks like such a cool place to work 😯