Joel Stillman

Joel Stillman is a seasoned design professional with a diverse educational background and a wealth of experience in product design, graphic design, and interactive design.

With a Master's in Design from California College of the Arts, a Post-Baccalaureate in Graphic & Interactive Design from Minneapolis College of Art and Design, and a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, Fine Art, and Art History from Skidmore College, Joel has a strong foundation in design theory and practice.

Joel has held various key roles at reputable organizations, including serving as the Director of Product at JustFix, Director Of Product Design, Staff Product Designer & Manager, Lead Product Designer, and Senior Product Designer at The New York Times.

Prior to his tenure at The New York Times, Joel's career journey included positions such as Art Director at the New York City Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, UX Design Fellow at Robin Hood, Design Lead at the Center for Urban Pedagogy (CUP), and Solo Studio Lead at Normal Number.

Additionally, Joel has gained valuable experience through freelance work with renowned firms like Pentagram and fulltime freelance roles at MoMA. His early career includes roles such as Graphic Designer at California College of the Arts, Design Intern at Project Projects, and Graphic Designer at Ralph Appelbaum Associates.

Joel's extensive professional background showcases his expertise in design leadership, product design, UX design, and graphic design, making him a valuable asset in the design industry.