Jim Thomas
About Jim Thomas
Jim Thomas is the Director of UX at Minted, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in user experience design, having held various roles at companies such as Etsy, DSW, and L Brands.
Current Role at Minted
Jim Thomas serves as the Director of UX at Minted, a position he has held since 2021. His role involves overseeing user experience design and ensuring that the company's digital products meet user needs effectively. He works remotely, contributing to the company's mission of connecting artists and consumers through innovative design.
Previous Experience at Etsy
Prior to his current role, Jim Thomas worked at Etsy as a Product Design Manager from 2016 to 2017. During his tenure in Brooklyn, New York, he focused on enhancing the user experience for Etsy's platform, contributing to design strategies that improved customer engagement.
Background in User Experience Design
Jim Thomas has extensive experience in user experience design, having held various positions in the field. He worked as a Senior User Experience Designer at DSW from 2013 to 2015 and as Director of Product Design and Research at L Brands from 2017 to 2021. His expertise includes mobile app design, user-centered design, and creating interactive prototypes.
Education and Design Training
Jim Thomas studied Graphic Design at Ohio University, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from 2002 to 2006. He also attended the Basel School of Design in 2005, furthering his education in graphic design. This academic background has equipped him with a solid foundation in design principles and practices.
Skills and Specializations
Jim possesses a range of skills relevant to user experience and design. He specializes in heuristic evaluation, design systems, and has experience with agile development methodologies. His technical skills include front-end development with HTML, CSS, Sass, and JavaScript, which enhance his ability to create effective user interfaces.