Joe Myers User Experience Design

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Joe playing jenga in Jackson Hole
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Currently

I am head of Product Design & UX group at Gannett. Sorry, I am not currently accepting freelance work.

Based in Park City, Utah, I’ve been designing for the web since 1997, with experience spanning branding agencies, private companies, and freelance work. After earning a design degree from Northeastern University, I spent several years in Boston before relocating to Utah, the ultimate playground for outdoor adventures. My professional passion lies in crafting intuitive, impactful digital experiences that not only delight users but also drive meaningful business value.

  • 2023 – present

    Gannett + USA TODAY NETWORK, Remote

    Senior Director, Head of Product Design & User Experience
    Leading a dynamic team of designers to craft innovative product experiences across web and native platforms for USA TODAY and other Gannett properties. Collaborating with cross-functional leaders to drive Gannett's digital transformation from top-of-funnel content to premium subscriber experiences. Focused on elevating user experience while aligning design strategy with business goals and evolving market demands.
  • 2019 – 2023

    Gannett + USA TODAY NETWORK, Remote

    Design Director, Product Design & User Experience
    Building and evolving news and entertainment experiences on web and native platforms for USA TODAY and asssociated Gannett publishing properties.
  • 2014 – 2019

    USA TODAY Sports Media Group and Gannett, LA, NYC, DC

    Director of UX/UI Design
    Designing new digital properties and overseeing user experience design for web and native products.
  • Ongoing

    Joe Myers Web Design, Inc. Heber City, UT

    Interactive Designer / Independent Contractor
    Specializing in desktop and mobile web design within the outdoor, adventure and hospitality industries. I am NOT currently accepting freelance projects.
  • 2007 - 2009

    FetchDog, Portland, ME

    Senior Interactive Designer
    Responsible for overall site and UI design, graphic production and initial code deployment. Worked remotely with corporate team to build an ambitious shopping site with infinite resource materials, viral content, and social networking capabilities for dog-lovers.
  • 2006 – 2007

    American Skiing Company, Park City, UT

    New Media Designer
    Specializing in Flash design for unique user experiences, product demos, and microsites. Also responsible for the redesign of resort sites as well as overseeing day-to-day graphical maintenance at 8 resorts and their respective properties.
  • 2001 - 2005

    Benes Brand Imaging, Lexington, MA

    Interactive Design Lead / New Media Specialist
    Created web sites and multimedia, specializing in usability, site architecture, animation, and overall user experience. Worked with top developers to integrate scripting and robust content management solutions. Contributed to overall branding campaigns as an integral member of an energetic team.
  • 2000 - 2001

    Mindseye, Inc., Boston, MA

    Interactive Designer
    Designed web sites and produced graphics at all levels.
  • 1997 - 1999

    Dodo Unlimited, Boston, MA

    Graphic Designer / Gen-X Consultant
    Designed print, display, and interactive materials as well as apparel for unique, theme-based merchandising startup. Also managed personnel and promotional marketing ventures.
  • 1998

    Educational Technology Center at Northeastern University, Boston, MA

    Assistant Design Technology Instructor
    Taught and assisted in teaching HTML and graphics software to faculty, staff, and students at Northeastern University.