NATE GRUBBS
PRODUCT DESIGNER
Handcrafting product experiences to enable better relationships between people and technology.
HEAD
I conceive and filter ideas to create the perfect product. Doing so uses:
- Design thinking
- Storytelling
- Big-picture perspective
- Strategic thinking
- Collaboration
- Tech Philosophy
HEART
I design with a human-centered approach for positive outcomes for businesses and the people they serve. My soft skills include:
- Empathy
- Listening & filtering
- Hospitable personality
- Coaching
- Lightness & humor
HAND
I use a diverse set of design skills for creating elegant digital and physical experiences. Deliverables include:
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What is Product Design?
Product Design is no longer only about creating physical items. It now includes experiences like apps, websites, or interactive environments. And with my expertise, I work on what that product does, how it looks, and how people experience it.
My Focus and Values:
I work with a visual and conceptual lens. I like helping people see the big picture. I craft stories, shaping and editing down complex topics to bring clarity and understanding.
New technology shouldn’t distract and fragment our conversations and our lives. And I believe designers should take responsibility for the impact of their products. What is healthy and sustainable for people can also be the same for business.
My Values are what I bring to my work. They help me see differently, and contribute something new to every project. View My Values, or go straight to seeing My Work.
My History:
I’ve worked on both coasts of the US and currently in Europe. I’ve been a part of small and large teams working with a wide range of local and large international brands. As a freelancer I worked at Frog Design and in-house at Philips.
A thirst for challenge led me from Charlotte to Portland to Amsterdam, also fueling my love for bicycles, good coffee and photography.
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BRANDS
These are brands I’ve worked with
