Douglas Bigham
About Douglas Bigham
Douglas Bigham is a Senior UX Content Designer at Thomson Reuters, with over 15 years of experience in multimedia content design. He previously held roles including Editor in Chief at Popular Linguistics Magazine and Assistant Professor at San Diego State University.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Douglas Bigham serves as a Senior UX Content Designer at Thomson Reuters, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on improving and streamlining content standards and flow. His work contributes to enhancing user experience through effective content design, ensuring that information is accessible and user-friendly.
Previous Experience in Content Strategy
Prior to his current role, Douglas Bigham worked as a Content Strategist at the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired from 2018 to 2021. He also held positions as Editor in Chief at Popular Linguistics Magazine from 2009 to 2011 and as a Content Specialist at Four Kitchens from 2016 to 2017. His diverse experiences in content management have equipped him with a robust skill set in multimedia content design.
Academic Background and Teaching Experience
Douglas Bigham earned his Ph.D. in Linguistics from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 2002 to 2008. He also holds a B.A. in English and Linguistics from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale. His academic career includes serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Linguistics and Asian/Middle Eastern Languages at San Diego State University from 2011 to 2016, where he contributed to the education of students in linguistics.
Expertise in Accessibility and Digital Humanities
Douglas Bigham possesses expertise in ethnography, accessibility, and digital humanities. He focuses on creating inclusive digital spaces for marginalized communities, ensuring that content is accessible to all users. His commitment to accessibility informs his work in UX content design, where he aims to enhance the user experience for diverse audiences.
Multimedia Content Design Experience
With over 15 years of experience in multimedia content design, Douglas Bigham has developed a comprehensive understanding of content development and presentation. His career includes various roles in digital media management and content editing across multiple organizations, allowing him to refine his skills in creating engaging and effective content.