David Ou
About David Ou
David Ou is a Marketing Design Program Manager with over 10 years of experience in marketing and project management. He has held various roles in multiple agencies, focusing on aligning strategy, design, and production with business objectives.
Current Role at Skydio
David Ou serves as the Marketing Design Program Manager at Skydio, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he manages portfolios of programs and product launches, overseeing the entire process from discovery to production and delivery. His focus is on aligning the work of cross-functional teams with business goals, ensuring that marketing strategies are effectively implemented.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Project Management
David Ou has over 10 years of experience in marketing and project management across various agencies. He worked at Citizen Group as an Account Planning Intern in 2012 and held positions at Giant Creative Strategy as a Project Manager and Project Coordinator from 2014 to 2015 and 2013 to 2014, respectively. He also served as a Project Manager/Digital Producer at Questus from 2015 to 2017, and as Director of Business Operations and Intelligence at SPLICE Agency from 2020 to 2021.
Educational Background
David Ou earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Davis, where he studied Communication and Technocultural Studies, with a minor in Writing. His education provided a foundation for his career in marketing and project management, equipping him with skills in communication and strategic thinking.
Skills in Program Management and Workflow Design
David Ou specializes in designing workflows that support a wide variety of programs and products, particularly in healthcare and tech marketing. He approaches his work from a context and process perspective, focusing on the end-user to deliver efficient and effective results. His ability to enable talented teams across strategy, design, and production is a key aspect of his professional expertise.
Early Career and Internships
David Ou began his career with various internships and roles that laid the groundwork for his future in marketing. He worked as Promotions Director for the ASUCD Entertainment Council and as New Media Director for The California Aggie, both during his time at UC Davis. These early experiences contributed to his understanding of marketing dynamics and team collaboration.