John Wayne Hill

The Untold Truth Why Design is Harder than Product Management

2 years ago

Greetings, fellow designers and design enthusiasts! John Wayne Hill here, your trusted Product Designer with 15 years of experience under my belt. You may know me from my Substack "Design Is Hard" where I share my candid thoughts, advice, and insights on the often-challenging world

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Mastering Collaboration – Secret Sauce for Design Success!

2 years ago

As a San Francisco-based product designer I have always been passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and finding solutions to complex design challenges. Over the years, I’ve come to appreciate the importance of collaboration and effective communication in the world of product design. That’s why

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John Wayne Hill: A Product Designer who’s on a mission

2 years ago

John Wayne Hill is a Product Designer who’s on a mission. He’s been in the industry for over 15 years, and most recently he was a Director-level IC for the core of Twitter (Home, Tweets, Replies). He may be out at Twitter, but like-hell if

Mt Hood at Sunset Stunning photography by John Wayne Hill

2 years ago

Photo by John Wayne Hill on Unsplash Stunning Conclusion One of the most stunning aspects of photographing Mount Hood at sunset is the way the colors of the sky change as the sun sinks lower in the sky. Be patient and keep shooting as the

John Wayne Hill is a multifaceted Design Leader based in San Francisco, with over 15 years of experience guiding teams, shaping products, and coaching designers. He has a rich background in various design disciplines, including woodworking, photography, and writing about product design and design culture. As a design leader, John has worked with renowned design agencies like Idean and Punchcut and companies like Twitter and Ancestry, honing his skills in product design, leadership, and coaching.

Author: John Wayne Hill

The Untold Truth Why Design is Harder than Product Management

Mastering Collaboration – Secret Sauce for Design Success!

John Wayne Hill: A Product Designer who’s on a mission

Mt Hood at Sunset Stunning photography by John Wayne Hill

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