Meagan Hughes
About Meagan Hughes
Meagan Hughes is a Senior Product Designer specializing in data platforms at The New York Times. She has a diverse background in UX and product design, with experience across various industries and a strong interest in data visualization and climate justice.
Current Role at The New York Times
Meagan Hughes serves as a Senior Product Designer for the Data Platform at The New York Times. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the design and development of data-driven products. Her role focuses on enhancing user experience and ensuring that data tools are accessible and effective for users.
Previous Experience in UX and Product Design
Prior to her current role, Meagan Hughes worked at several organizations in various design capacities. She was a UX Designer at ZS for five months in 2018, followed by a two-year tenure as a Product Designer, Analytics at Sprout Social, Inc. from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she served as a Senior Product Designer, Analytics at Sprout Social for four months in 2021. Her experience also includes a position as a UX - Visual Designer at Uptake and a Design Intern at UI LABS.
Educational Background and Areas of Study
Meagan Hughes studied at the University of Notre Dame, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree. Her studies spanned Environmental Sciences and Visual Communication Design from 2013 to 2017. This educational background has informed her professional interests, particularly in data visualization and climate justice.
Portfolio and Professional Interests
Meagan Hughes maintains a portfolio showcasing her design work, which is accessible at meaganhughes.com. Her professional interests include data visualization and climate justice, and she actively engages in related projects. One such project is featured on Instagram at instagram.com/lettersfrom2120, highlighting her commitment to these causes.
Experience in Diverse Industries
Throughout her career, Meagan Hughes has designed data and analytics tools across a variety of industries. Her work spans journalism, social media, machine learning, renewable energy, and manufacturing. This diverse experience has equipped her with a broad understanding of user needs and design challenges in different contexts.