Nina Brissey
About Nina Brissey
Nina Brissey is a Software Developer with a background in Theatre and Frontend Web Development. She currently works at Thoughtworks and is the Founder and CEO of Chic Shades and Shutters, leveraging her diverse skills to enhance user experiences in software applications.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Nina Brissey has been employed at ThoughtWorks as a Software Developer since 2022. In her role, she focuses on enhancing software applications and improving user experiences. Her work includes optimizing the first-time user experience for products that utilize network graphs, which is crucial for ensuring smooth product adoption.
Education and Expertise
Nina Brissey studied at Pepperdine University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Theatre/Theater. She furthered her education at the Turing School of Software & Design, completing a program in Frontend Web Development and achieving ACCET Certification from 2021 to 2022. This educational background equips her with a diverse skill set in both creative and technical domains.
Background in Design and Production
Before her current role in software development, Nina Brissey worked in various positions that leveraged her creative skills. She served as a Window Coverings Designer/Sales Representative at Custom Decorators, Inc. for five years and as a Video Producer/Manager at Ruskin School Of Acting for two years. Additionally, she was involved in film production as a Producer/Director/Writer for the Amazing Grace Short Film.
Entrepreneurial Venture
Nina Brissey is the Founder and CEO of Chic Shades and Shutters, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she combines her design expertise with her entrepreneurial spirit to lead a business in the Greater Los Angeles Area. Her leadership reflects her commitment to creating user-friendly solutions in the window covering industry.
Collaborative Work Ethos
Nina Brissey enjoys contributing to purpose-driven and people-centric workplaces. She thrives in collaborative environments, which aligns with her passion for creating user-friendly tools and transforming software applications from prototype to final product. Her unique blend of skills from filmmaking and directing enhances her ability to craft exceptional user experiences.