Justin Lu
About Justin Lu
Justin Lu is a User Interface and User Experience Designer at Pocket Gems, where he has worked since 2017. He has a strong background in animation and illustration, which enhances his contributions to mobile game design.
Work at Pocket Gems
Justin Lu has been employed at Pocket Gems since 2017 as a User Interface and User Experience Designer. In this role, he has contributed to the design and user experience of mobile games, focusing on enhancing user engagement. His responsibilities include collaborating with developers and artists on various projects, which requires effective cross-functional teamwork. Prior to his current position, he worked at Pocket Gems as an Artist from 2011 to 2014 and as a Senior Artist from 2014 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Justin Lu studied at San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a focus on Animation and Illustration from 2002 to 2010. His educational background in animation and illustration informs his approach to user interface design, allowing him to integrate artistic principles into his work. He possesses expertise in both user interface and user experience design, particularly within the mobile gaming sector.
Background
Before joining Pocket Gems, Justin Lu held several positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Creative Intern at Capcom in 2010 for three months. He then served as a User Interface Artist at Rumble from 2015 to 2017 and as a Senior User Interface Artist at Golden Rat Studios for four months in 2017. His diverse experiences across different companies have shaped his skills in user interface design.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Justin Lu has participated in collaborative projects that required teamwork with developers and artists, particularly at Pocket Gems. His contributions have focused on improving the design and user experience of mobile games, which has played a role in enhancing user engagement. His strong background in animation and illustration has also influenced his design approach.