Resume
CURRENT
TIM WONG DESIGN DESIGN LEAD
Design consultant for companies focused on Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
Design for AI and emerging tech clients, including Kaiber.ai, a platform that generates videos from music and words
Working with startups on strategy, large-scale campaigns, and video/motion design demos
OCT 2023 - OCT 2024
ZILLOW SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER
Drove innovative solutions on the home loans product, focusing on creating seamless, user-centered experiences that empowered individuals in their journey toward owning a home.
Led design for Zillow’s Home Loans, creating a personalized dashboard across iOS, Android, and desktop
Used research and market insights to address gaps and align with user needs
SEP 2021 - MAY 2022
PRONTO TECHNOLOGY HEAD OF DESIGN
Collaborated with the VP of Marketing and CEO to develop the brand, implement revenue-boosting systems, and drive product awareness and adoption for a Silicon Valley SaaS startup.
Developed brand, systems, and product awareness, increasing webinar sign-ups and media coverage
Directed brand overhaul, managed website launch, and improved key metrics
Achievements in six months: increased webinar sign-ups by 5x, gained recognition from Gartner, grew online followers by 245%, launched a newsletter with a 32% open rate, and published five thought leadership pieces
AUG 2017 - AUG 2021
VIV LABS/SAMSUNG SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER II
Designed and crafted advanced, AI-driven user experiences for Bixby across Samsung’s ecosystem, collaborating with key partners like Yelp, Uber, and Spotify to deliver seamless, integrated AI solutions.
Led branding and sales strategy, driving visibility and brand growth with marketing partnerships
I also created interactive demos to showcase our vision. I led the evolution of the Bixby design system, ensuring consistency across a diverse range of Samsung devices, from mobile phones and wearables to intelligent refrigerators and televisions
I facilitated weekly design and implementation reviews with the VP of Product, driving strategic design decisions that contributed to the innovation of Samsung’s AI capabilities
AUG 2015 - JUN 2017
FACEBOOK ART DIRECTOR
As Art Director on the Global Marketing and Ads team, I developed innovative design solutions to strengthen businesses’ digital presence and engagement.
Led the redesign of Facebook for Business with design agencies, creating a user-centric, impactful experience
Directed daily engineering standups to ensure cross-functional alignment and project clarity
Spearheaded the redesign of Facebook Blueprint, enhancing the LMS and certification platform’s user experience
Contributed to branding and design for a mobile app, emphasizing mobile-first, innovative strategies
AUG 2014 - JUN 2015
SAMSUNG MOBILE INNOVATION LAB SENIOR PRODUCT DESIGNER II
At Samsung Research America’s Innovation Lab—a forward-thinking think tank dedicated to pioneering future technologies—I led high-impact strategic initiatives, shaping the future of Samsung’s product and service ecosystem
Designed advanced UX concepts for next-gen Samsung devices and IoT applications
Created and presented storyboards illustrating innovative solutions and hardware concepts for seamless tech integration into daily life
JUN 2010 - JUL 2014
GOOGLE ART DIRECTOR
As the first in-house designer on Google’s engineering team, I led the design of websites for all Google products and services, collaborating closely with engineers to ensure seamless product marketing.
Pioneered in-house design on the engineering team, leading website design for all Google products and services
Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, and product teams to launch key products, including Google Ads, Nexus, Android, Google Pay, and Google Play
Contributed to product photography for marketing materials and events and directed creative agencies on product campaigns
FEB 2008 - JUN 2010
ADOBE ART DIRECTOR/CREATIVE SUITE
Visual Design Lead for Adobe Creative Suite 4 & 5 Websites: Directed the end-to-end design process, collaborating with cross-functional teams—product producers, information architects, content strategists, engineers, and user testing specialists. Spearheaded efforts to deliver a cohesive and user-centric experience aligned with strategic objectives.
Created and designed high-quality marketing assets, including 3D models and illustrations, and directed photo and video shoots to visually bring the products to life. My role involved shaping the brand’s visual identity and ensuring a seamless integration of design across all platforms
MAR 2005- FEB 2008
FROG DESIGN SENIOR DESIGNER
Frog Design is a global creative and design consultancy known for pioneering digital experiences and industrial design.
Designed and developed websites for Fortune 500 companies and startups
Collaborated with clients on branding initiatives and led strategic workshops
Collaborated with industrial designers to create digital interfaces for new hardware technologies, including early touch interfaces for video conference phones, a creator-driven social network, and marketplace, augmented reality experiences, and real-time supply chain management systems
JAN 2005 - FEB 2005
APPLE CONTRACT VISUAL DESIGNER
Visual designer on the Apple Online Store team designing product information pages, online advertisements, and microsites.
AUG 2004 - DEC 2004
CARLSON MARKETING ART DIRECTOR
Designed The Home Depot’s main website and micro-sites for Husky, Hampton Bay, and Glacier Bay sub-brands
Developed sales pitches and RFPs for major clients, including General Motors, Sears, and Gymboree
Art directed and presented strategic direction for an incentive program for Gamestop
JAN 2004 - MAR 2004
META DESIGN VISUAL DESIGNER
Meta Design is a creative brand consultancy that partners with top organizations to address complex brand and business challenges.
Visual Designer for Eli Lilly and Company’s informational website, supporting bipolar patients and their physicians
OCT 2003 - NOV 2003
MACROMEDIA VISUAL DESIGNER
Visual designer on the redesign of Macromedia's website
Developed web pages and designed assets, including product logos and an online style guide
AUG 2003- SEPT 2003
YAHOO! VISUAL DESIGNER
Led visual design for product information pages, seasonal sales micro-sites, and promotional assets
Presented design concepts and directions for the Yahoo! Shopping site refresh
AUG 1999 - FEB 2002
SAPIENT VISUAL DESIGNER
Visual Designer for websites and SaaS interfaces for startups and corporations
Consulted for clients including Hewlett Packard, Sunglass Hut, Virgin Megastore, Land Rover, BestBuy.com, Nissan, and Sun Microsystems
Lead Designer for Allstate Financial’s SaaS-based insurance management platform
EDUCATION
JUNE 1995 - JUN 1999
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA DAVIS
Bachelor's of Science, Visual Communications
FLUENT IN
Sketch
Figma
Adobe XD
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Premiere Pro
Final Cut Pro
DaVinci Resolve
InVision Design