Jj Zhao
About Jj Zhao
Jj Zhao is a Lead UX Designer at OneTrust, where he has worked since 2020. He combines his background in architecture with design principles to enhance user experiences across digital and physical platforms.
Current Role at OneTrust
Jj Zhao serves as the Lead UX Designer at OneTrust, a position held since 2020. In this role, Zhao focuses on enhancing user experience through innovative design solutions. Zhao's work emphasizes the integration of user-centered design principles to create effective digital products. The Greater Atlanta Area serves as the base for Zhao's contributions to the company.
Previous Experience in UX Design
Prior to the current role, Jj Zhao worked as a UX Designer at OneTrust from 2018 to 2020. This two-year tenure involved developing user interfaces and improving user interactions. Zhao also held a contract position as a UX Designer at AccelOne for two months in 2017. Additionally, Zhao worked as a UI/UX Designer at Neuravest Research, Inc. for five months in 2018, further solidifying expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Jj Zhao has a diverse educational background in architecture and design. Zhao earned a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) from Southern Polytechnic State University, completing the program from 2008 to 2011. Furthering education, Zhao obtained a Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) from Clemson University between 2011 and 2013. Additionally, Zhao studied at North China University of Technology, achieving a Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning from 2006 to 2008. Zhao also completed a certification program at General Assembly in 2017.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Jj Zhao advocates for the transformative power of design to enhance everyday life and societal well-being. Zhao approaches design challenges with an artistic mindset while applying engineering principles. This unique perspective allows Zhao to combine expertise in architecture and design, focusing on improving both digital and physical user experiences.
Early Career Experience
In the early stages of Jj Zhao's career, Zhao worked as a Design Intern at Plexus R + D for two months in 2012. Zhao also served as an Architectural Designer at CallisonRTKL from 2013 to 2015, where the focus was on architectural projects in Seattle, WA. These roles contributed to the foundational skills in design and user experience that Zhao applies in current work.