Matt Mc Daniel
About Matt Mc Daniel
Matt Mc Daniel is a Lead Product Designer with extensive experience in design roles across various companies, including Zello, Atlassian, and Hotel Engine. He has worked in the field since 2007 and has held positions ranging from Web Content Coordinator to Lead Designer.
Current Role at Hotel Engine
Matt Mc Daniel serves as the Lead Product Designer at Hotel Engine, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experience and product design strategies to support the company's objectives. His responsibilities include leading design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing design solutions that align with user needs and business goals.
Previous Experience at Zello
Prior to his current role, Matt worked at Zello as a Designer from 2019 to 2020. During his nine-month tenure in the Austin, Texas area, he contributed to the design of communication products, focusing on user interface and experience enhancements. His work involved collaborating with product teams to ensure that design elements met user expectations.
Experience at Atlassian
Matt Mc Daniel held multiple positions at Atlassian, starting as a Lead Designer from 2014 to 2018, where he worked for four years in the Austin, Texas area. He later returned to Atlassian as a Senior Designer from 2020 to 2022 for two years. In these roles, he was responsible for leading design initiatives and improving product usability, contributing to the overall design strategy of the company.
Design Career at Mutual Mobile
From 2011 to 2013, Matt worked at Mutual Mobile as a Senior Visual Designer. His two-year experience involved creating visual designs for mobile applications and collaborating with development teams to ensure design integrity. This role helped him build a strong foundation in visual design principles and user-centered design.
Educational Background
Matt Mc Daniel completed his education at McNeil High School. This foundational education provided him with the skills necessary to pursue a career in design and technology, leading to his various roles in the industry.