Sam Navarathna
About Sam Navarathna
Sam Navarathna is a Creative Designer currently working at OpenSea and has a diverse background in hospitality and web development. He has held various chef positions and has studied multiple disciplines, including hospitality management and marketing.
Work at OpenSea
Sam Navarathna has been employed as a Creative Designer at OpenSea since September 2022. In this role, he contributes to the design and development of digital assets within the platform. His expertise in decentralized domains and web development enhances the user experience on OpenSea, particularly in relation to Ethereum virtual machine layer1 and polygon layer2 scalability solutions.
Current Employment
In addition to his role at OpenSea, Sam Navarathna works as a Chef at Techforce Personnel Pty Ltd in Perth, Western Australia, since 2022. His diverse experience in the culinary field includes previous positions at Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens, Sodexo, and Delaware North Australia, where he held various chef roles over several years.
Education and Expertise
Sam Navarathna studied at Swinburne University of Technology, where he earned a Higher National Diploma in Marketing and a Diploma in Hospitality Administration/Management. He also completed a Diploma in Information Technology at IBM and an AMSA ENDORSED qualification at Cairns TAFE. His educational background supports his expertise in web development and decentralized domains.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current roles, Sam Navarathna worked in various culinary positions. He served as a Chef SCDP at Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens from 2005 to 2008, and later as a Sous Chef at Delaware North Australia from 2009 to 2012. He also worked as a Chef at Sodexo and Cater Care from 2018 to 2022, gaining extensive experience in the hospitality industry.
Involvement in Web3 Development
Sam Navarathna is actively involved in Web3 development, focusing on minimizing zero gas fee carbon naturalization and enhancing interoperability. His work in this area aims to create building opportunities within the decentralized web, leveraging his skills in web development and design.