Yaoyao M.
About Yaoyao M.
Yaoyao M. is a Senior Product Designer with extensive experience in UX and product design across various companies, including PTC, Muzes, and Airwallex. Currently, she serves as a Design Advisor at a Stealth Startup and as a Venture Scout at LvlUp Ventures and GoAhead Ventures.
Current Role at Visiting Media
Yaoyao M. serves as a Senior Product Designer at Visiting Media, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experiences and product design strategies. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that meet user needs and business objectives. The position is remote, allowing her to contribute effectively while working from the United States.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Prior to her current role, Yaoyao M. worked as a Senior Product Designer at Muzes from 2023 to 2024. She also held a position at PTC as a UX Designer from 2022 to 2024, where she contributed to user experience design for two years. Earlier in her career, she worked at Airwallex as a Product Designer from 2020 to 2021, focusing on design projects in Shanghai, China. Her diverse experience in product design spans various industries and roles.
Background in Education
Yaoyao M. studied at Cornell University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer and Information Science (CIS). Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in both technical and design principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Experience in Venture Scouting
In addition to her design roles, Yaoyao M. is currently a Venture Scout at both LvlUp Ventures and GoAhead Ventures, positions she has held since 2024. In these roles, she identifies and evaluates potential investment opportunities, leveraging her design expertise to assess the viability of startups and innovative projects.
Diverse Professional Background
Yaoyao M. has a varied professional background that includes roles in graphic design, branding, and content design. She worked as a Branding Designer at Life Changing Labs and as a Content Designer at Cornell University ILR School. Additionally, she was the Navigation Team Lead for the Cornell University Autonomous Bicycle Team, showcasing her leadership and technical skills in project management.