Jim Basio
About Jim Basio
Jim Basio is a Senior Product Designer with over 10 years of experience in product design, currently working at DuckDuckGo. He has held various design roles at multiple companies, including Viget, BrowserMedia, and Vistaprint, and is a co-owner of Outrun Garage.
Current Role at DuckDuckGo
Jim Basio serves as a Senior Product Designer at DuckDuckGo, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is involved in various aspects of product design, focusing on enhancing user experience and interface design. His responsibilities encompass all phases of the product design lifecycle, contributing to the development of user-centered design solutions.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Prior to his current role, Jim Basio accumulated extensive experience in product design across multiple organizations. He worked as a Principal Product Designer at Vistaprint from 2015 to 2018, and as a Lead Product Designer at Contactually from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, he held positions as a Senior Designer at BrowserMedia and nclud, and as a Senior UI Designer at Cozy.
Freelance and Entrepreneurial Ventures
Jim Basio operated Basio Design Studio as a Freelance Product Designer from 2010 to 2019, where he provided design services to various clients. In 2016, he co-founded Outrun Garage, where he continues to contribute as a Co-Owner. This entrepreneurial venture reflects his commitment to product design and collaboration within a team environment.
Education and Expertise
Jim Basio has over 10 years of experience in product design, working with cross-functional teams to deliver effective design solutions. His expertise spans concept development, user experience design, and user interface design, showcasing his comprehensive understanding of the product design lifecycle.
Work History in Washington D.C. Metro Area
Throughout his career, Jim Basio has held several positions in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He worked as a Web Designer at Viget from 2007 to 2010, and later as a Senior Designer at BrowserMedia and nclud. His experience in this region has contributed to his professional growth and network in the product design field.