Joshua Kinal
About Joshua Kinal
Joshua Kinal is a Design Lead at ThoughtWorks, specializing in ThoughtWorker Experience since 2020. He has extensive experience in user experience design and content strategy, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations since the late 1990s.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Joshua Kinal serves as the Design Lead: ThoughtWorker Experience at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing the experience of ThoughtWorkers through design initiatives. Additionally, he has been a Lead Consultant: Experience Design at ThoughtWorks since 2017, contributing to various projects in Melbourne, Australia. His responsibilities include overseeing design strategies and ensuring that user experience principles are integrated into the company's offerings.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining ThoughtWorks, Joshua Kinal held several positions in the design and web development fields. He worked as a Front End Web Developer at Digital Motorworks for 11 months in 2007. He also served as a Freelance Contributor at InPress from 1998 to 2002. His role as UX, Strategy & Content Director at Floate Design Partners spanned four years from 2012 to 2016. Additionally, he was the Founder and Production Chief at Soupgiant from 2009 to 2012, and he worked as a Production Assistant at Corporate Value Associates from 1997 to 1999.
Education and Academic Background
Joshua Kinal has a diverse educational background. He studied at Mount Scopus from 1986 to 1992. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology, Immunology, Endocrinology, and Reproduction from Monash University, where he studied from 1993 to 1996. He also completed an Advanced Diploma of Arts in Professional Screenwriting at RMIT University from 1999 to 2002. This academic foundation supports his multifaceted approach to design and content development.
Speaking Engagements and Advocacy
Since 2015, Joshua Kinal has been an active speaker at various meet-ups and events, focusing on topics such as content strategy and user experience. He advocates for accessibility and the use of semantic HTML in design engineering, emphasizing the importance of inclusive design practices. His insights and expertise contribute to discussions on improving user experiences across digital platforms.
Media Contributions and Podcasting
Joshua Kinal has a background in writing for various media, including print, radio, stage, and screen. He has appeared on notable radio stations such as Triple J, Radio National, and 3RRR. Additionally, he co-hosted the weekly podcast 'Boxcutters,' which focuses on television. His experience in media enhances his approach to content development and user engagement.