Zixian (Jason) Jia
About Zixian (Jason) Jia
Zixian (Jason) Jia is a Product Designer with experience in user experience design and app development. He has worked at various organizations, including Hotel Ezra Cornell, Tencent, Meta, and Cornell App Development, contributing to multiple projects that enhance user engagement and broaden user bases.
Current Role at Cornell App Development (AppDev)
Zixian (Jason) Jia currently serves as a Product Designer at Cornell App Development (AppDev) since 2021. In this role, he focuses on creating user-centered designs for various applications. His work contributes to enhancing the overall user experience and functionality of the apps developed by the organization.
Previous Experience at Hotel Ezra Cornell
Zixian (Jason) Jia worked as a Design Manager at Hotel Ezra Cornell for 7 months in 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he conducted 8 in-depth user interviews and collaborated with developers and project managers to implement 7 new features in an app. This initiative aimed to broaden the app's user base and improve user engagement.
Internship Experience at Tencent and Meta
Zixian (Jason) Jia gained valuable experience as an Interaction Design Intern at Tencent for 2 months in 2021, where he contributed to design projects in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China. He further expanded his skill set as a Product Design Intern at Meta for 3 months in 2022, working in Menlo Park, California. These internships provided him with insights into industry practices and design methodologies.
Educational Background in UX Design
Zixian (Jason) Jia studied at Cornell University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in Information Science - UX Design from 2019 to 2023. His education equipped him with foundational knowledge and skills in user experience design, preparing him for his career in product design.
Contributions to the Volume App
During his time at YSI - Young Sustainable Impact, Zixian (Jason) Jia contributed to the Volume app. His work focused on connecting student readers with over 10 student publications, enhancing community engagement among users. This project demonstrated his commitment to fostering connections within the student community.