Adam Faja
About Adam Faja
Adam Faja is the Lead UX/Product Designer at MBTA's Technology Innovation Department, with extensive experience in UX, UI, and visual design across various companies in Boston and Seattle.
Lead UX/Product Designer at MBTA
Adam Faja currently serves as Lead UX/Product Designer in the Technology Innovation Department at MBTA in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. He started this role in 2023. His responsibilities include leading design initiatives and creating user-centered design solutions to optimize the user experience across various platforms and products.
Past Experience at Blink UX
Adam Faja has a strong history with Blink UX. He worked as Principal UX Designer from 2022 to 2023, and previously held roles including Interaction Designer from 2012 to 2014 and Visual Designer from 2011 to 2012. In these roles, Adam was responsible for creating interactive UI prototypes, animation, and visual design, utilizing tools like Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Sketch.
Senior UX/Product Designer at MBTA
Before rejoining MBTA in 2023, Adam Faja served as a Senior UX/Product Designer in the Customer Technology Department from 2018 to 2022. Located in the Greater Boston Area, he contributed to the development of user-oriented design projects, incorporating content strategy and interactive prototyping to enhance user experiences.
Educational Background and Expertise
Adam Faja studied at the University of Washington, where he earned a certificate in User Centered Design in 2012. He also holds a BFA in Graphic Design and Photography from the University of Michigan, obtained in 1997. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in graphic design, interactive prototyping, and content strategy. His expertise also extends to using HTML and CSS for more functional prototypes.
Technical Skills and Tools
Adam Faja utilizes a combination of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Sketch for his design projects. His proficiency also includes light HTML and CSS skills, which enable him to create more integrated and functional prototypes. His approach incorporates content strategy into UX design, ensuring comprehensive and user-focused outcomes. Additionally, his background in photography enhances his visual design capabilities.