Brandon Surya
About Brandon Surya
Brandon Surya is a Senior Product Designer at Rangle.io in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with a diverse background in design and marketing roles across various companies and a Bachelor's Degree in Global Business and Digital Arts from the University of Waterloo.
Current Position at Rangle.io
Brandon Surya currently holds the position of Senior Product Designer at Rangle.io in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he leads the use and understanding of design tokens within the design team, bridging the gap between designers and engineers. His responsibilities include developing and maintaining design systems, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring design consistency across digital products.
Previous Roles at TELUS Digital
Brandon Surya has significant experience with TELUS Digital. He served as a Product Designer from 2019 to 2021, working for two years in the Toronto, Canada Area. Before this, he worked as a Designer in 2018 for five months. His tenure at TELUS Digital involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to create user-centric digital experiences, enhancing product usability, and conducting user research to inform design decisions.
Educational Background
Brandon Surya earned a Bachelor's Degree in Global Business and Digital Arts from the University of Waterloo, completing his studies from 2014 to 2019. He further broadened his academic experience by participating in an exchange study program at the City University of Hong Kong, where he studied at the School of Creative Media for 11 months in 2018. This diverse educational background has provided him with a global perspective on design and business.
Freelance and Early Career
Brandon Surya has extensive freelance experience, working as a Freelance Designer from 2012 to 2021 through his personal website, www.brandonsurya.ca. Additionally, his early career includes roles such as a Designer at Style Minions from 2015 to 2016 in Kitchener and a Junior UI/UX Designer at Conrad Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology Centre from 2016 to 2017 in Waterloo, Ontario. These roles helped him develop a strong foundation in UI/UX design principles.
Personal Interests and Hobbies
In his spare time, Brandon Surya enjoys rock climbing, photography, gaming, and exploring niche hobbies. These activities allow him to balance his professional life with personal interests, fostering creativity and a well-rounded skill set. His passion for photography and gaming also complements his work as a designer, providing him with additional perspectives and inspiration.