Jesse Lankford
About Jesse Lankford
Jesse Lankford is a Senior Product Designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Columbia College Chicago. He has extensive experience in UI/UX and interaction design, having worked for various companies including Sandstorm Design and Language Dept.
Work at Hungryroot
Jesse Lankford has been serving as a Senior Product Designer at Hungryroot since 2019. In this role, Lankford focuses on enhancing user experience and product design. The position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create intuitive and engaging interfaces that meet user needs. Lankford's contributions are integral to the development of Hungryroot's product offerings, which aim to simplify meal preparation and promote healthy eating.
Education and Expertise
Jesse Lankford studied at Columbia College Chicago, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Graphic Design from 2008 to 2012. This educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles and visual communication. Lankford's expertise encompasses various aspects of product design, including user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design, which he has applied throughout his career.
Background in Design
Prior to joining Hungryroot, Jesse Lankford gained extensive experience in the design field. He worked at Sandstorm Design as an Interaction Designer from 2015 to 2017 and previously held the position of Digital Production Designer at the same company from 2013 to 2015. Lankford also served as a UI/UX Designer at Language Dept. from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he co-founded Loosey Goosey, where he worked for a decade from 2011 to 2021, contributing to various design projects.
Professional Experience
Jesse Lankford has held multiple design roles throughout his career. His tenure at Sandstorm Design included two distinct positions, allowing him to develop a comprehensive skill set in both interaction and digital production design. At Language Dept., Lankford focused on UI/UX design, further enhancing his expertise in creating user-centered designs. His experience as a co-founder of Loosey Goosey also provided him with insights into the operational aspects of running a design-focused business.