Shawn Park

Shawn Park is a Senior Staff Product Designer at Discord, where he has been leading design and product strategy for messaging and community features since November 2018. His work focuses on creating user-friendly and engaging experiences, leveraging his background in interface design and product strategy.

Professional Background

• Discord (2018 - Present): As a Senior Staff Product Designer, Shawn is involved in shaping the design and functionality of Discord's messaging and community tools. He emphasizes rapid prototyping and iterative design processes to enhance user experiences.

• Blitz Esports (2015 - 2018): Before joining Discord, he served as Lead Designer at Blitz Esports, where he played a key role in transforming the company from a simple esports news platform into a recognized brand in North America. Blitz was later acquired by Discord.

• Box (2014 - 2015): Shawn worked as a Product Designer at Box, where he led design efforts for social collaboration projects and contributed to the development of new enterprise tools.

• Education: He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where he also taught a popular web design course.

Skills and Philosophy

Shawn is known for his ability to turn complex user problems into elegant and functional designs. He advocates for a hands-on approach to design, focusing on crafting products that positively impact users' lives. His portfolio reflects his commitment to continuous learning and improvement, as he redesigns it annually to showcase his evolving skills and insights into design.

Personal Interests

In addition to his professional work, Shawn describes himself as a "smol nerd with big dreams" and is passionate about bridging the gap between technology and people. He is also active on social media, where he shares insights related to design and technology.1234