TDA Talks – Thriving as a Product Designer

Overview of Discussion:

In this episode of TDA Talks – Thriving as a Product Designer, Lucy from TDA Recruitment hosts an insightful Q&A session with Keoni Harrison, the Director of User Experience at Fidelity Investments. They cover a range of topics relevant to aspiring and current product designers, including Keoni’s career journey, essential skills for standing out in the job market, the importance of business and product strategy, common mistakes in job applications, building a strong portfolio, and the qualities that make a designer valuable to employers. Keoni also shares his thoughts on current trends in UX/UI design, overcoming career challenges, staying motivated, recommended resources for skill improvement, and the role of AI in the industry. The session wraps up with Keoni offering advice he wishes he had received early in his career and discussing the ethical considerations in UX design.

Guest Speaker Bio:

Keoni Harrison is A Director of User Experience at Fidelity Investments, where he leads a team of talented designers to create user-friendly and impactful digital products. With a background that spans from graphic design in the events industry to working at tech startups and agencies, Keoni brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of both the creative and strategic aspects of design. He is passionate about storytelling, collaboration, and visual design, and he advocates for the ethical use of UX to enhance user experiences. Keoni is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of designers and continuously pushing the boundaries of design innovation.

You can watch the full interview above.