Will Moran

Will Moran

Digital Director in Anywhere, USA, he/him/his

About

I play in and explore the boundaries of biotech, climate tech, venture capital, startups, non-profits, cultural institutions, e-commerce, B2B and B2C products, and education using design thinking, research, analytics, and experimentation.

Speaking

2024
Design & Development Handoff at HTML5 Meetup
Chicago, IL, USA

A design studio-focused chat on collaboration, tools, and practical advice for our process from design to development to launch.

Work Experience

2023 — Now
Chicago, IL, USA

I teach and mentor students about the history, process, and execution of web design using design thinking, a wide range of interactive tools, and HTML and CSS frameworks.

  • FA24: GRDE-240 Website Design I

  • SP24: GRDE-240 Website Design I

  • FA23: GRDE-240 Website Design I

  • SP23: GRDE-240 Website Design I

2022 — Now
Chicago, IL, USA

I lead diverse teams of researchers, strategists, writers, designers, and developers to create beautifully simple solutions that address urgent challenges in emerging industries.

2021 — 2022
Chicago, IL, USA

I managed and mentored junior designers on branding, strategy, and web projects through design operations, learning initiatives, goal and succession planning, design direction, and critiques.

2019 — 2021
Chicago, IL, USA

I lead enterprise-level research and design efforts for complex performing arts, museum, cultural, and association clients.

2018 — 2019
Chicago, IL, USA

I overhauled Adage’s ecommerce product with accessibility and web and best practices for seamless implementation and customization for both designers and developers.

2016 — 2018
Chicago, IL, USA

I created and demonstrated Adage’s first branding service, transformed discovery insights into prototypes for healthcare-focused clients, and designed and implemented a federated search application.

2016 — 2016
Chicago, IL, USA

I reunited and improved a scattered fintech application on iOS, Android, and web through usability testing, design system development, and analytics.

2015 — 2016
2012 — 2015

Volunteering

2023 — Now
New York, NY, USA

I mentor queer designers in the tech sector to prepare them for professional life through self-initiated projects, portfolio and résumé reviews, and career strategies.

2022 — Now
Chicago, IL, USA

I help organize an annual international typography competition by vetting submissions and facilitating the judging process.

2018 — Now
New York, NY, USA
2011 — Now
2010 — Now
Chicago, IL, USA

Education

Contact

LinkedIn
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