Travis Tarr

Travis Tarr is currently the Design Manager for UX Writing at Airbnb, a role he has held since 2024. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been with Airbnb since April 2018, initially serving as a UX Writer before advancing to his current position.1

Professional Background

• Airbnb:

  • Design Manager, UX Writing (2024 - Present)
  • UX Writer (April 2018 - 2024)

• BlaBlaCar:

  • UX + Brand Content Lead (2015 - 2018)
  • Brand Creative (2014 - 2015)

• Film Industry:

  • Worked with notable companies such as Amazon Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment from 2003 to 2014 in various roles including Story Editor and Film Creative.1

Education

Travis holds a Bachelor's degree in International Relations from Stanford University, which he completed between 1999 and 2003.1

Skills and Philosophy

Travis describes his work as solving problems with words, emphasizing the importance of effective communication in UX design. His experience spans both UX writing and brand content, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative storytelling and user-centered design.1