Jennifer Siming Zhao
About Jennifer Siming Zhao
Jennifer Siming Zhao is a Senior Product Design Lead for Adopt A Pet at Kinship, with a background in graphic design and product management. She has worked with notable brands and co-founded a design studio, bringing a diverse skill set in visual communication and design.
Work at Kinship
Jennifer Siming Zhao serves as the Senior Product Design Lead for Adopt A Pet at Kinship, a role she has held since 2021. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she focuses on enhancing user experience and product design for pet adoption services. Her responsibilities include leading design initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve the platform's visual and functional aspects.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and Media Studies from the University of Michigan, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. She also completed a certification in Graphic Design at Shillington College in 2010. Her educational background supports her expertise in creating visual experiences across various mediums, including print and web.
Background
Jennifer has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across advertising, marketing, and design. She began her career as a Digital Solutions Intern at Discovery Communications in 2009. Over the years, she has gained experience with notable brands such as MTV, Chipotle, Mastercard, and Nickelodeon, primarily during her early agency work in New York City.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to her current role at Kinship, Jennifer held several positions in design and production. She co-founded Jsquared, a design studio, and worked as a Design Lead & Product Manager at ViewFind. Her previous roles also include positions at Adopt-a-Pet.com, where she served as Senior Visual Designer and Senior Product Design Lead, and at various agencies in New York City, including Jack Morton Worldwide and Radical Media.
Achievements in Design
Throughout her career, Jennifer has specialized in creating compelling visual experiences. Her work spans multiple industries, including pet welfare, where she has contributed to initiatives aimed at improving pet adoption processes. She has also focused on intimate brand storytelling for small businesses and startups through her co-founded design studio, J2.