Darío Muñoz González
About Darío Muñoz González
Darío Muñoz González is a Product Design Lead with nearly two decades of experience in the creative services and tech startup industries. He currently serves as Design Director at Referee Pro and has held various roles in design and leadership across multiple organizations in Guadalajara, Mexico.
Work at Platzi
Darío Muñoz González serves as the Product Design Lead at Platzi, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he focuses on enhancing user experience and product design strategies. His work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop educational products that meet the needs of learners. Platzi is known for its commitment to providing high-quality online education, and Muñoz's expertise contributes to this mission.
Current Role at Referee Pro
Since 2019, Darío Muñoz González has been the Design Director at Referee Pro, located in the Guadalajara Area, Mexico. In this capacity, he leads design initiatives and oversees the creative direction of the company. His role involves managing design teams and ensuring that the products align with user needs and market trends. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the company's design philosophy.
Education and Expertise
Darío Muñoz González studied at Universidad de Guadalajara, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Design for Graphical Communication from 2001 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles and practices. This academic experience, combined with nearly two decades in the creative services and tech startup industries, equips him with the skills necessary for product design and development.
Professional Background
Darío Muñoz González has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He was the Executive Creative Director at Freshout from 2009 to 2014 and served as a Product Design Consultant at VoxFeed for two months in 2014. His experience also includes founding Empathia, where he was the Product Design Director from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he has been involved in community initiatives, such as serving on the organizing committee for Startup Weekend Guadalajara.
Contributions to Non-Profit Organizations
Throughout his career, Darío Muñoz González has engaged in projects for non-profit organizations, including Majal, The Debt Collective, and The Shuttleworth Foundation. His involvement in these projects reflects his commitment to participatory design and social impact. He focuses on creating designs that inspire action and drive meaningful change within communities.