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Alex Volta
Product Design / User Experience / Brand / Product-led Growth / Product Management / User Research / Systems Thinking

California College of the Arts, Interaction Design B.F.A.
LinkedInalex@blackhole-design.com

Reforge Growth Series - Completed in 2021

Background.

Over the last decade, I have had the privilege to work on some really special projects that exist to help make the world—and sometimes even humans themselves—healthier and more sustainable. I have worked with a range of different companies and teams, from scrappy, early stage start-ups to established companies, like Patagonia and Nordstrom.

I am experienced in every part of the branding and product development process, from project planning, to user research and prototyping—all the way though to pixel perfect design and launch. I specialize in complex systems thinking and an ability to clearly and directly communicate my ideas with an open mind.

I’m practiced in leading teams through the design process—moving from divergent, abstract thinking and converging back down to solid ground for practical and collaborative implementation.

I thrive on the energy of straight-forward, passionate teams who care deeply about their mission.

My experience working with early stage companies allows me to intimately understand what it means to be part of a team that is constantly growing, changing and building a stronger sense of self.

Outside my professional design work, you’d find me making cool stuff in my studio and learning how to build the ideas I find in my head (ask me about DIY hot tubs!).

Hot springs I can backpack to and canyoneering in the deserts of the American Southwest with friends are my happy places.
*All recommendations welcome

I design brands, products and systems that are…

 
  • Visually compelling

  • Well written & thoughtful

  • Human-centered, sustainably minded

  • Systemic in nature

  • Strategic & technically viable

  • Aligned with business goals

 

Brands I’ve Designed For

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