Molly Boyd
About Molly Boyd
Molly Boyd is a Senior Design Lead specializing in Core Experience and Design Systems at Hinge, with a background in product design and branding leadership. She has held various design roles at notable companies including Starship and frog, and has a dual-city presence in New York City and Seattle.
Current Role at Hinge
Molly Boyd serves as the Senior Design Lead for Core Experience and Design Systems at Hinge. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the design and development of user experiences and design frameworks. Her role focuses on enhancing the overall product design and ensuring consistency across various design systems within the company.
Previous Experience at Starship
Molly Boyd worked at Starship in New York, where she held two significant roles. She was the Lead Product Designer for 8 months in 2020, followed by a position as Design Director from 2020 to 2022. In these roles, she was responsible for leading design initiatives and shaping the product's visual and functional aspects.
Educational Background
Molly Boyd studied at the University of Washington, where she earned a Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication Design from 2010 to 2014. Additionally, she attended Loyola Marymount University for a year, achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Design. She also participated in a design program at the University of Washington's Rome Center in 2012.
Design Leadership and Focus
Molly Boyd has a strong focus on product design and branding leadership. She is passionate about creating systems that facilitate exceptional product experiences. Her expertise includes visual design, product design, and branding, which she has developed through various roles in different organizations.
Freelance and Internship Experience
Throughout her career, Molly Boyd has engaged in various freelance and internship roles. She worked as a Graphic Design Intern at FiftyThree, Inc. and held freelance designer positions at Studio Matthews and UW Professional & Continuing Education. These experiences contributed to her skill set and understanding of design in different contexts.