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Scott Theisen

@scotttheisen

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Strategic UX Design Leader driving digital excellence and innovation.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation, where I can lead impactful design projects and mentor teams.

I am a Strategic UX Design Leader with a proven track record of driving digital excellence for startups and Fortune 100 enterprises. My expertise lies in aligning insights with user needs to accelerate product innovation and growth. I have successfully led cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact, user-centered solutions that balance business goals with technical constraints.

Throughout my career, I have consulted with various firms on aspirational UI/UX design, experience strategy, and design systems across industries such as Crypto, Pharma, and Fintech. My leadership roles have included directing strategic UX initiatives for high-profile clients, launching brand rollouts, and redefining customer service experiences through innovative design systems and data-driven insights.

With a strong background in managing diverse teams and fostering collaboration, I have consistently achieved significant business outcomes, including the successful launch of enterprise websites and the acquisition of new business opportunities. I am passionate about mentoring emerging talent and sharing my knowledge of UI and UX design.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Fractional Design Director

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Consulting Firms

Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 8 months)

Consulting on UI/UX design, experience strategy, and branding for various industries including Crypto, Pharma, and Fintech. Worked with notable clients like Mastercard and Johnson & Johnson.

UI UX Design Branding Design Systems Research Creative Direction User Centered Design

UX Lead

CFXLabs

Oct 2021 - Jun 2024 (2 years 8 months)

Leading the brand rollout and product interface design for a stablecoin protocol, focusing on mobile user experience and brand strategy.

Product Design Mobile User Experience

Embedded Leadership Roles

50,000feet

May 2023 - May 2024 (11 months)

Directed strategic UX initiatives, leading to the launch of eight enterprise websites and new business opportunities through user research and design best practices.

UX Strategy User Research Project Management Stakeholder Engagement Website Launch Business Development

UX Director

Northern Trust

Sep 2019 - Jul 2022 (2 years 10 months)

Led innovation initiatives to enhance customer service experiences through design systems and data-driven insights, managing global teams on blockchain projects.

Design Systems Data Insights Blockchain Prototyping Team Leadership Experience Design

Senior Manager, Group Creative Director

Deloitte Digital

Aug 2018 - Oct 2019 (1 year 2 months)

Launched a new UX and visual design studio, tripling its size and acquiring significant new business while managing a diverse team of designers.

Team Management Business Development UX Design Visual Design Project Management Client Engagement Studio Leadership

Associate Partner, Executive Creative Director

VSA Partners

Oct 2012 - Jul 2018 (5 years 9 months)

Provided creative leadership in branding and digital design, managing a large team and generating new business opportunities across various sectors.

Branding Digital Design Team Leadership Agile Methodologies Business Development Client Management Design Strategy

Design Director

Froeter Design

Nov 2000 - Sep 2012 (11 years 10 months)

Led the studio in motion and interactive design, managing a team and driving new business development while working with various high-profile clients.

Motion Design Interactive Design Team Management Business Development Design Strategy Project Coordination