Marriott International
Spencer Slemenda
UX Design Director with over 20 years of experience in the design industry. Proven track record of creating successful and user-centered products. Skilled in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and user testing. Proficient in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and Pen & Paper, or whatever the tool of the day is. Strong communication and project management skills, ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, marketing, and product teams. Successful at making people feel at ease and comfortable while exploring new ideas and challenges while pushing boundaries. Passionate about creating innovative and intuitive products that improve the user experience while creating and following design standards.
A collaborative leader that produces impactful design visuals to establish brands in the marketplace and disrupt the status quo. Uses technology, research, iterative designs, and pixel-perfect assets to bring life to digital products.
Experience
UX Director
2023–Present
VP, Experience Design Director
WHITE 64
2023–2024
VP, Design & UX
Full Measure Education
2015–2023
Design Director
DMI
2014–2015
Senior Art Director
Pappas Group
2011–2014
Senior Art Director
HZDG
2007–2011
Marketing Communications Mgr.
The Ex One Company
2005–2007
Owner
Mainframe Skate Shop & 9mm Urethane
2002–2005
Freelance Designer
360spencer