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UX & Product Design

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Digital Marketing

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Brand Strategy

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People Management

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HTML, CSS, Javascript

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Jung Kyu Yang

Welcome to my portfolio! I'm a seasoned UX and Product Design leader with an agency background, specializing in crafting innovative digital experiences that seamlessly blend user-centered design with strategic business goals across the entire user journey.

My career has been built on leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, scalable solutions that not only meet user needs but also drive measurable business growth.

I believe design is most effective when it is both empathetic and data-driven. My process is collaborative, informed by research and user feedback, and rooted in the latest technologies—such as AI and personalization—helping me create experiences that foster increased engagement, retention, and conversion.

Having worked in both product and agency settings, I bring a versatile perspective to my design leadership. In my agency roles, I honed my ability to deliver tailored solutions that met diverse client needs, while in product design, I've focused on creating scalable systems that enhance user journeys across platforms. Whether modernizing legacy systems or launching new product features, I've consistently driven transformations that align with business goals, improve user experience, and contribute to increased revenue.

I am deeply committed to mentorship and developing high-performing teams. By fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, I empower team members to innovate and deliver their best work. I strive to ensure that every project I lead leaves a lasting, positive impact, both for users and for the business.

Skills & Expertise:

  • User-Centered Design: Expertise in creating intuitive and engaging user experiences through research, testing, and iterative design.
  • Service Design Principles: Expertise in applying service design principles to create cohesive, end-to-end user experiences that optimize both user satisfaction and operational efficiency. Focused on aligning business, technology, and user needs across multiple touchpoints and channels.
  • Design Systems: Proven track record in developing scalable design systems that ensure consistency and improve cross-team collaboration.
  • Prototyping & Wireframing: Skilled in creating low-fidelity wireframes and high-fidelity interactive prototypes to validate design concepts, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with user needs and business goals.
  • AI & Personalization: Leveraging emerging technologies like AI to create personalized experiences that increase user engagement and retention.
  • Accessibility Standards: Expertise in ensuring digital experiences are inclusive, meeting WCAG standards and creating solutions that are usable by all, regardless of ability.
  • Leadership & Mentorship: Passionate about developing high-performing teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Cross-Platform Experience: Skilled in designing for mobile, web, and eCommerce platforms, focusing on enhancing user journeys and driving business outcomes.

(09/2024 - Present)

DISH NETWORK

Head of UX and Product Design

Led the UX team to improve efficiency and innovation. Revamped the design system, streamlined e-commerce flows, and optimized onboarding for better engagement and retention. Aligned UX strategies with KPIs and OKRs, secured executive buy-in, and introduced service design principles to enhance the user journey.

(02/2024 - 08/2024)

JKY Design

Independent Design Consultant

Worked on a UX audit for Chick-Fil-A’s order app, identifying areas for improvement that reduced drop-off rates. Developed a refreshed brand identity and e-commerce platform that boosted sales and brand visibility. Also designed a secure, scalable fintech website with role-based access, meeting the growing needs of the business.

(07/2022 - 01/2024)

BUSINESS WIRE

UX Director of Design

Led a distributed UX team, implementing strategic roadmaps that significantly increased output. Revamped legacy products to improve scalability and user experience while creating a design system that ensured consistency across teams. Launched a self-serve AI product and spearheaded a website redesign that improved content findability and contributed to a mobile app for real-time communication.

(07/2021 - 07/2022)

DEFINITION 6

UX Director of Design

Built and led a UX team, establishing data-driven design strategies that helped secure the agency’s largest contract. Managed long-term B2B/B2C projects, scaling the design team and overseeing multiple omnichannel initiatives that contributed to client business growth.

(10/2009 - 07/2021)

DEFINITION 6

Senior Art Director

Directed creative vision for digital campaigns across multiple channels, enhancing brand presence and engagement. Developed comprehensive brand identities and visual systems that were implemented across both digital and print media, driving consistency and brand recognition.

(06/2008 - 09/2009)

INSWEB

Frontend Developer & Designer

Created intuitive UI/UX solutions that improved user engagement and conversions across platforms. Implemented SEO strategies that increased website traffic, while ensuring a seamless experience for users navigating the site.

(07/1998 - 04/2008)

DEFINITION 6

Art Director

Collaborating with developers to craft pixel-perfect websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Expanded market reach to small and medium-sized businesses with WordPress and Drupal solutions. Led traditional and digital marketing strategies, ranging from TV and billboard ads to websites and banner ads. Delivered comprehensive brand identity solutions, including logo designs and cohesive identity packages.

Let's Connect

If you're looking for a results-driven UX and Product Design leader with a proven track record in driving innovation and business growth, I'd love to discuss how I can contribute to your team's success. Fill out the form below or email me directly to explore opportunities.