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Dan Chen

Dan Chen

Design for business growth and revenue impact

Location icon New York, NY + Hudson, NY

About

With over 20 years in digital product design, I blend the elegance of interaction design with the transformative power of generative AI. As a Staff Designer at Spotify, I strive to create immersive user experiences that resonate at scale, balancing functionality with aesthetic clarity. My career, built through impactful roles at top-tier companies like Spring Inc., R/GA, and Publicis Sapient, has honed my skills in art direction and creative leadership. I bring an approach to design that is as meticulous as it is innovative, transforming complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences that connect with audiences on a meaningful level.

Job Categories

Creative Services
Consulting

Industries

Technology
Media
Digital Design
Music

Top Skills

Generative AI
Interaction Design
Art Direction
Digital Product Design
Creative Leadership
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What I Offer

I bring seasoned design expertise to help teams elevate their digital products, blending bold ideas with impactful execution.

Strategic Design Consulting

Crafting brand-driven digital experiences that resonate with audiences.

AI and Design Integration

Guiding AI-enhanced UX strategies for personalized, engaging digital products.

Creative Direction

Bringing cohesion and depth to digital products through powerful visual storytelling.

Ask Me About

Digital Strategy
Brand Identity
User Experience (UX)
Interface Design
Generative AI
Interaction Design
Art Direction
Product Innovation
Team Leadership
Visual Storytelling

Design Leadership Training

Description
For Senior Designers and Product Teams: Practical leadership insights and creative direction techniques that amplify project impact.
Outcomes
Elevated design quality, stronger team cohesion, and enhanced project success.

AI in User Experience

Description
For Product Managers and UX Designers: Expert guidance on integrating generative AI into user experiences, driving engagement and personalization.
Outcomes
Increased engagement, custom user journeys, and agile product iterations.

Brand and Product Storytelling

Description
For Marketing Teams and Product Designers: Description: Building cohesive, visually compelling brand stories that captivate audiences across platforms.
Outcomes
Stronger brand identity, memorable user experiences, and impactful storytelling.

Prototyping and Rapid Iteration

Description
For Product Teams and Startups: Assisting in prototyping and iterative design processes to validate ideas and accelerate time-to-market.
Outcomes
Efficient concept validation, improved product usability, and faster deployment cycles.

Wisdom at Work

Notable Roles

Staff Designer, Spotify

I’ve led design initiatives that redefine the streaming experience, merging creative vision with practical functionality to increase user engagement.

Senior Product Designer, Spring Inc.

Directed projects to refine user interfaces, increase accessibility, and emphasize a user-centered design approach.

ACD + Design Director, R/GA

Managed multidisciplinary teams on high-profile campaigns and digital projects, setting a new standard for interactive, user-centered design.

Areas of Expertise

Digital Product Design

Leading design innovations from concept to execution, defining the future of user interactions.

Generative AI Integration

Harnessing advanced AI to enhance interactivity and engagement, delivering personalized digital journeys.

Art Direction and Visual Strategy

Developing cohesive visual narratives that build brand identity and captivate users.

Key Achievements

Innovative Design Implementation at Spotify

Introduced forward-thinking design practices that elevated user experience, significantly boosting retention and satisfaction.

AI-Driven Product Transformation

Pioneered generative AI applications in digital design, leading to highly personalized, responsive user interactions.

Award-Winning Campaigns at R/GA

Led projects that received industry recognition, establishing client brands as leaders in digital innovation and creative storytelling.

Summary of Skills

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