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Dane - A day in the life of an entry-level UX designer

Mar 23, 2025

Notes on "Life of a UX Designer at Google" by Dane

Introduction to UX Design at Google

  • Role: Visual Designer at Google
  • Nature: Interesting and fun

Key Responsibilities

  • Product Development
    • Drafting new solutions or features
    • Improving existing products
  • Problem Identification
    • Understanding issues in current products
    • Determining the need for improvements or new features

Solution Development Process

  1. Identify Problems
    • Determine issues with the product
    • Understand reasons for improvements
  2. Develop Solutions
    • Collaborate with team members
    • Feasibility discussions
  3. Team Interactions
    • Work with:
      • Visual designers
      • Researchers
      • Interaction designers
    • Gather diverse feedback

UX Critique Sessions

  • Purpose: Receive high-level feedback
  • Expectation: Frequent critiques aimed at product success
  • Focus: Solution improvement, not personal criticism

Implementation and Collaboration

  • Solution Approval
    • Present to leads and higher-ups for implementation approval
  • Pass to Engineers
    • Engineers build the solution
  • Outcome
    • See the solution come to life

Impact of Visual Design

  • Role: Focus on front-facing visuals
  • Responsibilities:
    • Determine product aesthetics
    • Optimize product functionality for users

Conclusion

  • Significance: Having a meaningful impact as a UX designer
  • Goal: Ensure the product works effectively for users and has a positive impact daily.