Micah Rivera
About Micah Rivera
Micah Rivera is a Principal Product Designer at All Turtles, where they lead multidisciplinary teams from concept to launch. They have a background in graphic design and have worked at various companies, including Spot and Hero Digital, while also founding Queer X Design to promote LGBTQ+ representation in design.
Current Role at All Turtles
Micah Rivera serves as the Principal Product Designer at All Turtles, a position held since 2018. In this role, Rivera successfully leads multidisciplinary teams, guiding projects from initial concept through to brand development and MVP launch. This leadership involves collaboration across various functions to ensure that design solutions meet both user needs and business objectives.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to joining All Turtles, Micah Rivera held several design positions. Rivera worked as Lead Designer at Spot for 10 months in 2019, where notable contributions included designing harassment training features and explaining the visual metaphor of the hot air balloon. Rivera also served as Senior Designer at Hero Digital, LLC from 2016 to 2018, and as Senior Visual Designer at fuseproject from 2014 to 2016. Additional roles include Graphic Designer at California College of the Arts and Marketing Design Fellow at Chronicle Books.
Educational Background
Micah Rivera studied at California College of the Arts, where they earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Design from 2010 to 2013. Prior to this, Rivera attended City College of San Francisco, achieving an Associate's degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities from 2008 to 2010. This educational foundation supports Rivera's extensive expertise in design.
Initiatives and Advocacy in Design
Micah Rivera founded Queer X Design, an initiative aimed at promoting LGBTQ+ representation within the design community. This initiative reflects Rivera's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in design. Rivera emphasizes the importance of checking accessibility as products are developed, showcasing a dedication to creating inclusive user experiences.
Portfolio and Online Presence
Micah Rivera maintains a personal portfolio website at micah.cool, which showcases a range of design work and projects. This platform serves as a resource for potential clients and collaborators to view Rivera's design philosophy and past contributions to various projects.