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Get ready for Pixelated Perfect, the podcast that’s all about design! Join us as we dive into the world of design careers, answering your burning questions and discussing the latest trends in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, Pixelated Perfect is your go-to source for all things design.
Season 2 is packed with even more insights, tips, and tricks to help you take your design career to the next level. Tune in now and get ready to be inspired!
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From Design Tools to User Testing: Humility in Action
In this episode of "Pixelated Perfect," Dianne and the TDP design team engage in a candid conversation about their personal challenges and areas for improvement in the design process. From setting boundaries and saying no to delegating tasks and separating emotions from work, the team reflects on their ongoing journey of humility as designers and human beings. Gain valuable insights into collaboration, trust, and the pursuit of continuous growth in the design industry.
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May 29, 2023
Minjun Chen | Navigating Challenges as an International Student: A Designer’s Story
Tune in to hear Minjun’s inspiring story as she shares the hurdles she faced as an international student pursuing a design career. From language barriers to limited information about UX programs, Minjun’s resilience and determination led her to obtain a master’s degree in Human-Computer Interaction Design and start her own Youtube channel.
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May 22, 2023
FAQ | Soft Skills: The Pathway to Senior Designers
Did you know about the crucial role of soft skills in design careers? Discover how effective communication, collaboration, time management, and listening can transform your professional trajectory. Gain insights on developing these essential skills and learn how they can differentiate you as a designer.
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May 15, 2023
FAQ | How to deal with clients that…
Everyone at least once has had a client relationship that didn’t go as planned. Has it been miscommunication? Didn’t reach the expectations? Or other things? The design world is filled with challenging client relationships, so we are here to provide actionable tips to navigate difficult situations. Discover how to maintain open communication, set boundaries, and ultimately deliver a successful project.
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May 8, 2023
Denisse Crapanzano | Remote Work Wonders: Challenges, new tools & collaboration
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Dianne interviews Denisse from Mural as they explore the expansive world of design, the power of storytelling, and the importance of collaboration. Dive into the role of empathy, problem framing, and real-world metaphors in the design process.
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May 1, 2023
The Power of Feedback in Design: A Designer’s Guide to Growth and Success
We’ve all received feedback some time in our lives. Sometimes this is more difficult than we thought, or we were not actually ready to hear it, although it helps us grow.
In this episode, we delve into the importance of embracing feedback in the design process. Discover techniques for receiving and giving constructive feedback, creating a safe space for open discussions, and building a strong feedback culture within your team.
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Apr 24, 2023
Mansoor Siddiqui | Unlocking Success Through User Research
Join Mansoor, a UX researcher, as he shares the importance of research in the design process, including research planning, selecting appropriate methods, and the value of collaboration between researchers and designers for higher market success.
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Apr 17, 2023
Ace your next Design Interview: tips and tricks
In this episode, Dianne shares her expert advice on how to make a lasting impression during a design interview. Learn how to showcase your process, discuss your personal projects, and align your answers with the company’s values.
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Apr 10, 2023
Ariel Ibañez | Design Education Evolution: Bridging the Gap
Join Dianne as she interviews design professor Ariel, exploring the changing landscape of design education, the importance of understanding design history, and the need to adapt to the ever-evolving industry demands. Discover how the smartphone revolution impacted designers and learn about the significance of a user-centered approach in design education.
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Apr 3, 2023
Freelance vs Full-Time 101: Pros, Cons, and How to Decide
Don’t know the differences between freelance and full-time work?
In this episode, we will be discussing the pros and cons of each option. We talk about the challenges of finding clients as a freelancer and offer tips on how to plan and budget for a freelance career. We also delve into questions you should ask yourself to determine which option is right for you, such as whether you prefer a set schedule or more control over your work-life balance.
Join us as we share personal experiences and insights on navigating the world of work as a designer, and discover how to make the decision that’s best for your career goals and lifestyle.
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Mar 27, 2023
Pochi Garcia Orsi | The Designer’s Mindset: Embracing Change, Collaboration, and Mental Health
Have a look into Pochi’s life, as a product designer, as she shares her wisdom on the design process, the power of feedback, and the importance of finding the right job fit.
Understand how positive company culture and strong communication can make all the difference in your career.
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Mar 6, 2023
#28 - Dinorath Espinoza - UX Design in a Rapidly Changing Industry
In this podcast, Dinorath shares her valuable insights and advice on how to succeed in UX design. She stresses the importance of being patient, applying to jobs that match your interests, and constantly improving your portfolio through feedback.
Dinorath also emphasizes the need to have a solid understanding of the industry you want to work in, and how to tailor your approach to your desired field. She offers valuable insights into the importance of mentorship, and how to find mentors to help improve your portfolio and designs through platforms like "ADP List." This episode is sure to inspire designers looking to take their skills to the next level.
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Feb 27, 2023
#27 - Kultar Ruprai - The Art of UX mentoring: The Creative Journey of a UX Designer
Join us as we delve into the world of UX design with Kultar Ruprai, a seasoned designer working at Williams Commerce and Untitled.
Kultar shares his journey in the industry and how he typically approaches the complex task of aligning business objectives with user needs.
In this episode, we explore the challenges and rewards of designing for the user experience, and how Kultar stays ahead of the game in a rapidly changing industry. From mentoring junior designers to refining UX processes, Kultar provides a glimpse into the life of a UX designer and the importance of creativity in the field. So, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride as we journey through the art of UX with Kultar Ruprai.
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Feb 20, 2023
#26 - Nicolas Chériot: "UX is all about brain, heart, pen and paper"
This episode looks at how the design business has changed since the introduction of Figma. Nicolas discusses how design has changed and the importance of designers understanding the fundamentals and best practices of design.
Also, Dianne and Nicolas discuss how AI and tools like ChatGPT will help to automate some activities but will not replace designers' creative thinking and empathy.
Nicolas believes that curiosity and openness to new technology are essential for designers, but they also need to remember the fundamentals of design, such as sketching and empathy.
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Feb 13, 2023
#25 Julieta Solla - Exploring the Dynamic World of Design: Communication, Negotiation, and Crypto Adventure
Join us for a special episode of Pixelated Perfect as we welcome Julieta, the newest member of our design team.
Julieta, a senior designer with a passion for editorial design, shares her journey from discovering her love for design at a young age to becoming the design director of a magazine. In this podcast, we dive into the ever-evolving world of design and discuss the importance of collaboration, continuous learning, and having an open mind in this field.
Julieta also shares her experiences of working at various design jobs, becoming a teacher, and her current design project.
Get ready to learn and be inspired by Julieta’s wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of design.
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Feb 6, 2023
#24 Adnan Puzić - From College Dropout to Conquering the UX Design World
In this episode of the podcast, we talk to Adnan, a product designer with 10 years of experience in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Adnan shares his inspiring story of how dedication and hard work helped him overcome the challenge of pursuing a career in design and technology while his parents and society expected him to finish college.
He speaks about how he learned the basics of web design and code and how he eventually transitioned into the world of UX design. He also talks about finding a mentor, changing one’s profession, communicating with clients, and the importance of understanding mental models. Finally, he encourages others to pursue their dreams and to use their passions to make an impact in their lives and in the lives of others.
Join us as we learn from Adnan and his incredible journey.
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Jan 30, 2023
#23 - Susan Wolfe - UX Pioneer: 40 Years Experience: NASA, IBM & Silicon Valley
Join us on an exploration of the UX industry with Susan Wolfe, a UX designer and lead senior instructor at General Assembly with 40 years of experience in the field.
From discovering UX design at IBM to developing her skill set at NASA to becoming the managing director of a UX consultancy in Australia, Susan has seen it all. Hear her insight on the importance of learning traditional design principles and the benefits of testing products early to save time and money in the long run.
Plus, gain an understanding of her current role as a principal at OE Strategy and her experience as a lead senior instructor at General Assembly. Learn the importance of decision-making and why she encourages designers to take on projects outside their comfort zone.
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Jan 20, 2023
#22 - Martha Magsombol - Connecting the Dots: from Animation to Product Design Processes
Martha Magsombol is a designer with a unique career path. Initially studying animation in college, Martha discovered a passion for problem-solving and decided to explore other career options. She enrolled in a bootcamp and discovered UX design, which quickly became her calling.
In episode 21 of the Pixelated Perfect podcast, Martha shares her journey from animation student to UX designer and offers valuable insights for those considering a career pivot. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and learn more about the exciting world of UX design.
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Jan 13, 2023
#21 - Ritika Singh - Design Thinking 101: Practical Strategies for Success
In episode 21 of the Pixelated Perfect podcast, Ritika jumps into the key components of a great design course, including practical thinking and exercises based on real-life scenarios.
In this episode, we are going to explore the importance of conducting thorough user research, and how to effectively collaborate with team members to build trust and find creative solutions.
Through a combination of expert insights and hands-on tips, this podcast will provide you with the tools you need to succeed as a designer.
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Jan 6, 2023
#20 - Demarc Ramanand - Transitioning from Computer Science to UX Design: Insights from a Practitioner
In episode 20 of Pixelated Perfect Podcast, we are joined by Demarc Ramanand, a UX designer at Kingsman Software and a graduate of South Carolina State University's computer science program.
Demarc shares his advice for designers starting their first job, including the importance of taking risks and trying new things, as well as having a clear understanding of your own design preferences. He also shares tips for staying sane and avoiding burnout, including setting aside time for innovation and pursuing hobbies outside of work.
Demarc also discusses how to break into the competitive fintech industry and showcase your skills through a strong portfolio, including complex data projects. Tune in for valuable insights and actionable tips on thriving in your first design job and beyond.
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Dec 16, 2022
#19 - Olamide Alowooja - Designing at One of the Biggest Crypto Companies in Africa
Born and raised in Nigeria, Olamide is a UX/UI designer in Mara, one of the biggest crypto companies in Africa, senior product designer at Toptal, and co-founder of a creative digital agency.
Olamide Alowooja will talk with us about how many important jobs a man can handle.
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Dec 9, 2022
#18 - Andrea Monsalve - The Adventure of Hosting a UX podcast
Two podcasts are better than one! UX Friends and Pixelated Perfect got together for this episode.
Andrea Monsalve was born in Venezuela and now she lives in Chile. Design was her passion from a young age and she made it through many different areas.
In episode 16 of Pixelated Perfect, Andrea will talk about the path that took her from being a symphony designer to hosting her own UX podcast.
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Dec 2, 2022
#17 - Yorbi Barriento Lopez - Starting in Graphic Design, the UX boom & Friends of Figma.
Yorbi Barriento Lopez is a Venezuelan designer that moved to Argentina after falling in love with Buenos Aires and its people after visiting it on holidays.
He started his career in a well-known agency with remarkable clients such as River Plate, one of the most important soccer teams in Latin America.
Yorbi lived in first person the UX boom, he specialized in that field and now is an ambassador of Friends of Figma in Argentina.
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Nov 25, 2022
#16 - Wesley Chambers - The Importance of Working With Passion
Wesley has some deep-thought advice on the keys to success as a Creative freelancer; stacking your skills, match your passion and be ready to pivot.
In episode 16 of Pixelated Perfect, Wesley takes us through his multidisciplinary career journey from Game Design to Graphic Design and Branding.
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Nov 18, 2022
#15 - Lilibeth Bustos Linares - Moving to the US with a Dream: Being the Latina that Can Change the World with Designs that Change People's Lives
Lili was born in Bogotá, Colombia, where she studied communications and journalism.
In her mid, 20 decided to move to San Fransico to work as an AuPair with very poor English. After finishing her AuPair program, Lili applied to multiple organizations to become a designer; during that time, she was lucky to get internships in Marketing that allowed her to pay for her studies in Visual Design.
Finally, she found a job as a digital designer in an E-commerce company that allowed her to pay for her studies in UX/UI design at Berkeley University, and the rest is the story.
In episode 15 of Pixelated Perfect Podcast, we will listen to a story of challenges, hard work, and dreams coming true.
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Nov 11, 2022
#14 - Micaela Conte - Jumping from Digital Marketing to Product Design
Micaela is a perfect example of how self-learning can be the trigger of a top-notch professional career. Her curiosity and willingness to learn to take her to study creative advertising, art direction, web design, and more. Finally, her love for branding and strategy led made her change paths and specialize in product design.
Micaela had a long and fascinating journey: traditional agencies, self-learning, freelancing, and entrepreneurship are some of the steps she took to be where she is now.
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Nov 4, 2022
#13 - Martín Refi - Biology, Leading With Expectations & His Beginnings in Design
In many episodes of Pixelated Perfect Podcast, we saw how different design careers started in other places, and Martín isn't an exception.
Martín Refi studied biology for four years in Argentina, and after interesting experiences such as working in labs or sleeping in tents surrounded by wild animals, he changed his mind...
Discover with us Martín's design career.
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Oct 21, 2022
#12 - Timothy Arrington - Design, Music, and How Different Passions Can Live Together
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Timothy Arrington tells us about his career as a musician and a teacher, and how he started transitioning to the tech and design world.
Professional careers can be unpredictable and inconsistent, but Timothy shows us that creativity and hard work can make two passions work together.
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Oct 14, 2022
#11 - Peter Pham - Self Learning, Importance of personal branding and confidence in design, & Mentoring Jr. UX designers
Peter Pham is a junior UX/product designer who has plenty of stories to share throughout his career. From having no idea what designers do to becoming a mentor for Jr. UX designers, this episode of the Pixelated Podcast discusses the importance of personal branding, having confidence in your design work, and the challenges of being a self-taught designer.
Peter is currently an Interaction Designer at Code and Theory and also works with Elena Haskins from Episode #4 for her UX mentorship program.
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Sep 29, 2022
#10 - Delfina Bertolotti - Learning To Say No, the Importance of Feedback, and the Journey to Become a Senior Designer
Delfina Bertolotti is from Argentina and she is a Mid-Level designer at TDP. Her career started in one of the most prestigious newspapers in her country and now she is building her career up to becoming a Senior Designer.
In episode 10, Delfi will talk about learning to say no, the importance of feedback, and her journey to becoming a senior designer.
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Sep 23, 2022
#09 - Federico Marson - Beginnings of TDP, Keys for a Great CV & How Mentorship Helped Him Succeed
From his dream of being a fashion designer as a kid to discovering UX-UI after university in Italy, Federico Marson has explored many aspects of the world of design in his life.
In episode #09 of Pixelated Perfect, Federico will chat with us about the challenges of moving to another country, how mentorship can help you build your career, and how design makes him discover different things in life.
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Sep 16, 2022
#08 - Patricio Torello - Studying in SCAD being Argentinian, the Importance of Team Communication, and How To Keep Fresh your Design Knowledge
Patricio Torello is from Argentina and he studied at SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design, one of the most prestigious design & art schools in the United States.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Patricio will talk about his experience in that university, the challenge of studying and working far away from his homeland, and how his design career took him back to the place he was born.
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Sep 9, 2022
#07 - Franco Falaschi - Living in a Schoolbus, Nomadic Lifestyle, Tolerate Failure, and the Benefits of Work Culture
Franco Falaschi was born in a small town in the Argentinian Patagonia but now he lives a nomadic life on a school bus. Franco has a diverse background where he studied engineering in Buenos Aires, worked for Gucci in Italy, and created his own business in Panama.
In episode #07 we will get to know Franco and the different twists in his design career.
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Sep 2, 2022
#06 - Laura Hedeen - Opening a Preschool in Israel, Being One Of The First TDP Designers & Becoming Product Designer at Salesforce
In the first steps to her career, Laura Heeden moved from the United States to Israel to open her own preschool.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Laura chats with us about the challenges of creating a business in a new country, how that introduced her to the design world, and how she was an important part of TDP's first steps.
Episode #06 will show us how swervy can design careers be.
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Aug 26, 2022
#05 - Anthony Conta - Career Changer: From Bootcamp Grad to Senior Product Designer at Amazon Music
Since graduating General Assembly, Anthony Conta has spent the last 4 years working his way up to Senior Designer at one of the most well-known companies in the world.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Anthony chats with us about his early beginnings as a Board Game founder to his time at Nickelodeon, Food Network, and Vimeo quickly climbing the ranks as an award-winning product designer and mentor.
Episode #05 of Pixelated Perfect will introduce us to Anthony Conta and his coined term “career tapas” as he tries different design experiences to learn and grow his skillset.
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Aug 19, 2022
#04 - Elena Haskins - 0 to 100: From Jr. Designer to Founding a UX Design Studio and Mentorship Program
Elena Haskins is the founder of Anele, a UX Studio, a UX Mentorship Program, and Converge, a resource to help recent grads.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect Podcast, she is going to chat with Dianne about her journey of moving to New York, starting from the bottom to start her career, and then starting her own UX business and becoming a mentor to emerging designers.
Episode #04 of Pixelated Perfect will introduce us to Elena Haskins and her two creations: Anele and Converge.
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Aug 12, 2022
#03 - Ana Delcid - Design, Self Learning, and Mental Health
Ana Delcid is a self-learning designer that believes mental health is one of the most important things for each human.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect Ana will talk about self-learning and the way she managed to succeed as a designer and the importance of working on your mental health to find a healthy job.
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Aug 4, 2022
#02 - Dianne Eberhardt—Design, Travel, Entrepreneurship and The Future of Design
Dianne Eberhardt loves to design and travel. She started her professional career at Crocs and continued it in other small agencies. After traveling to 12 countries and working as a freelancer, she decided to start her own design agency. In 2020 Dianne started The Design Project (TDP). TDP is a boutique team of UX specialists that design products for startups backed by VCs like Y Combinator, Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, Accel, and also other companies like Mercedes-Benz.
In this episode of Pixelated Perfect, Dianne will talk about how to travel while working as a freelancer, the challenges of starting a design agency from scratch, and how the future and its innovations can change design forever.
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Jul 26, 2022
#01 - Samantha Truong - From Psychology Major to Senior UI/UX Designer
In this episode, Samantha Truong: how she went from a psychology student to a top UI/UX designer. An outstanding talent from Denver and part of the TDP team.
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