Austin Neill

About Austin Neill

As a Multi-disciplinary designer, I\'ve held positions like Head of Creative at Tixr, Global Director of User Experience at Billabong and a Sr. Art Director and Product Designer for various agencies and brands. My expertise spans dynamic collaborations with high-profile brands like Oakley, Google, Paramount and more to revolutionize digital experiences and elevate customer engagement. I\'m a minimalist passionate about merging design, technology, and user experience to innovate in the digital world. With a strong drive for innovation, I thrive in environments that shape the future of interactive technologies.

Experience

1. Vice President, Design

   Tixr

   Sep 2013 — Present · Santa Monica, CA, US

   Having been a pivotal part of Tixr for an entire decade, I’ve evolved from the company’s sole lead designer to the Head of Creative, shaping interfaces from their inception. Working hand-in-hand with our founder and CEO, I’ve served as a design partner, complementing the overarching creative vision. Today, I lead a growing dynamic team, guiding all elements of creative strategy, from brand design, product and UX design, to content creation and visual designs that address our client’s success. My role encompasses tackling intricate UX challenges for both our consumer and business-facing products, consistently merging design and technology for optimal user experiences.

Education

• SLCC

  Visual Arts

  2007 — 2009

Skills

• Interaction Design
• Video Production
• Creative Direction
• Visual Design
• Interactive Advertising
• Animation
• Mobile Applications
• Typography
• Web Development
• Video Editing
• Illustrator
• E-Commerce
• Web Design
• Graphic Design
• Branding & Identity
• Art Direction
• User Interface Design
• User Experience
• Post Production
• Motion Graphics
• User Interface