Ryan Smith

Ryan Smith is a seasoned Senior Product Designer with extensive experience in designing internal tools and user-centered applications. Currently employed at Alaska Airlines since September 2022, Ryan previously held roles at Photon and Timber IT Consulting, focusing on internal tools for Alaska employees. Ryan's background also includes product design at Disney Parks & Resorts Digital, where significant contributions included conducting accessibility audits and developing visual design concepts. Experience at Providence St. Joseph Health involved launching numerous app enhancements in a solo design capacity, while freelance work at Gigster allowed collaboration with startups on product vision and user interface design. Earlier roles included mobile interaction design at Disney, UX design at Black Pixel, and account management with a focus on creative projects. Ryan holds a BA in English (Creative Writing) from the University of Washington and advanced design certifications from the School of Visual Concepts.