Patrick Collins
About Patrick Collins
Patrick Collins is a Product Manager and UX Researcher with a focus on user-centered design. He has worked at Code For Denver since 2019 and has held various roles in digital strategy and design across multiple organizations in Colorado and New York.
Work at Code For Denver
Patrick Collins has served as Co-Organizer and Design Lead at Code For Denver since 2019. In this role, he focuses on user-centered design and human-centered approaches, contributing to various community-driven projects. His work emphasizes collaboration and partnerships, aiming to maximize positive impact through initiatives that benefit the community.
Current Role at Morris Animal Foundation
Since 2021, Patrick Collins has been working as a Product Manager and UX Researcher at Morris Animal Foundation in Denver, Colorado. His responsibilities include applying user-centered design principles to enhance the foundation's digital products and services. He utilizes agile and LEAN workflows to address complex challenges in the nonprofit sector.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Collins earned a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he studied from 2003 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in user experience research and design, enabling him to effectively address user needs in various digital environments.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Patrick Collins held several positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Senior Design Strategist at Energy Outreach Colorado from 2018 to 2021 and as a Digital Strategist & Designer at the Colorado Department of Local Affairs from 2015 to 2018. His experience also includes roles at Colorado.gov and freelance work in graphic and web design.
Problem-Solving Approach
Patrick Collins employs collaboration and partnerships as key strategies in his problem-solving approach. He leverages agile and LEAN methodologies to navigate complex issues, particularly in digital and government sectors. His focus on user-centered design ensures that the solutions he develops are effective and beneficial to users.