Courtney O'connell
About Courtney O'connell
Courtney O'Connell is the Chief Design Officer at Rocket Lawyer, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in user experience and design, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Minted, CBS Interactive, and Williams-Sonoma.
Current Role at Rocket Lawyer
Courtney O'Connell serves as the Chief Design Officer at Rocket Lawyer, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she oversees the design strategies and user experience initiatives for the company. Her leadership focuses on enhancing user engagement and ensuring that design aligns with the company's goals. O'Connell's tenure at Rocket Lawyer has been marked by her commitment to improving the overall user experience across various platforms.
Previous Experience at Rocket Lawyer
Before her current position, Courtney O'Connell held multiple roles at Rocket Lawyer, Inc. She served as the VP of User Experience from 2013 to 2016, where she was responsible for driving user-centric design processes. Prior to that, she worked as the Design Director from 2011 to 2013, contributing to the development of design frameworks and user interfaces. Her experience at Rocket Lawyer spans over five years, showcasing her extensive involvement in the company's design evolution.
Career Background in Design
Courtney O'Connell has a diverse background in design, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. She was a Senior Director of User Experience at Minted from 2016 to 2019, where she focused on enhancing user interactions. Earlier in her career, she served as the Creative Director at CBS Interactive from 2007 to 2010 and as the Internet Creative Director for Pottery Barn Kids at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. from 2005 to 2007. Her experience also includes a role as Design Lead at Top Prospect from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background
Courtney O'Connell pursued her education at the California College of the Arts, where she achieved a degree in Graphic Design. Additionally, she studied at the University of California, Santa Cruz, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Literature. Her foundational education at Choate provided her with early academic experiences that contributed to her design and creative skills.
Experience at Gap Inc.
Courtney O'Connell worked at Gap Inc. as a Designer for BananaRepublic.com from 2001 to 2005. In this role, she contributed to the online presence of the brand, focusing on design elements that enhance user experience and brand identity. Her time at Gap Inc. provided her with valuable experience in e-commerce design and digital marketing strategies.