Brandon Sapp
About Brandon Sapp
Brandon Sapp is a User Experience Researcher at Blink in Seattle, Washington, with a background in UX research and design, and a passion for community service and advocacy.
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Brandon Sapp is a User Experience Researcher currently working at Blink since 2021 in Seattle, Washington, United States.
Professional Experience
Before his current role, Brandon worked at Blink as a User Experience Research Intern in 2020 for 3 months, also in Seattle. He has also held roles in various capacities at the University of Michigan, including User Experience Researcher from 2019 to 2020, User Experience Researcher for SI 501 for 3 months in 2019, and as a User Experience Designer for 3 months in 2019—all in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Additionally, Brandon was a Resident of Outreach and Communications at Salem Church Of God in Clayton, Ohio, and worked for the United States Air Force as a Youth Programs Assistant and Recreation Aid in Dayton, Ohio.
Education and Expertise
Brandon holds an M.S. degree from the University of Michigan School of Information, specializing in anti-racism, accessibility, and social networking. He completed his undergraduate studies at Wright State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a minor in Psychology. Brandon's expertise includes user-centered design with a passion for advocacy for mis/underrepresented people groups.
Personal Projects and Interests
Brandon is currently working on a personal project to create a social platform that connects users for community service and supports small nonprofits serving disenfranchised communities. Passionate about designing experiences that bring people together, he also enjoys perfecting meals, working on amateur videography skills, and exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
Background and Personal Beliefs
Growing up as a military brat, Brandon moved frequently during his childhood, which contributed to his belief in the importance of empathy and understanding in both music and UX practice. Having traveled to 10 countries for school, church, and leisure, he values the human experience and strives to design inclusive and connecting user experiences.