Hi. I'm
Sam Christian
Product Design Lead
based in New York, NY
I am highly leveraged for end-to-end B2B/B2C/SaaS Product Design, Design Systems, Visual Brand Design, UI/FE Web Development & Design Team Building. Most recently, I've been working on various ML (Machine Learning) - driven products involving Adaptive Language and Conversational AI.
Product Design
With over a decade of experience in Product Design, I've honed my skills in crafting user-centric and visually compelling solutions. My work revolves around translating complex ideas into intuitive, engaging, and functional designs that resonate with users while meeting business objectives.
Product Design
With over a decade of experience in Product Design, I've honed my skills in crafting user-centric and visually compelling solutions. My work revolves around translating complex ideas into intuitive, engaging, and functional designs that resonate with users while meeting business objectives.
Design Systems
We craft the brands of tomorrow. Rooted in our client's history, adapted to today's needs, ready for whatever will come in the future
Design Systems
As a seasoned Product Design Lead, I specialize in developing and implementing Design Systems that bring coherence and efficiency to the design process. Through meticulous attention to detail, I create scalable systems that ensure a consistent and delightful user experience across diverse platforms and devices.
Design Team Building
We craft the brands of tomorrow. Rooted in our client's history, adapted to today's needs, ready for whatever will come in the future
Design Team Building
Guiding and nurturing design talent is at the core of my leadership philosophy. Throughout my career, I've successfully built and led high-performing design teams. I believe in fostering a collaborative and innovative culture, where each team member's unique strengths contribute to the collective success of the group.
Visual Branding
We craft the brands of tomorrow. Rooted in our client's history, adapted to today's needs, ready for whatever will come in the future
Visual Branding
My expertise extends beyond product design into the realm of Visual Branding. I've had the privilege of shaping and elevating brand identities through strategic and visually impactful design. From logos to comprehensive brand guidelines, I leverage design to tell compelling stories and create lasting impressions.
Front-End Web Development
We craft the brands of tomorrow. Rooted in our client's history, adapted to today's needs, ready for whatever will come in the future
Front-End Web Development
A holistic understanding of the design process includes a deep knowledge of front-end development and database architecture. I bring a unique perspective, bridging the gap between design and implementation. My proficiency in front-end technologies and database design ensures that the user experience is seamlessly integrated with robust and scalable backend systems.
Artificial Intelligence
We craft the brands of tomorrow. Rooted in our client's history, adapted to today's needs, ready for whatever will come in the future
Artificial Intelligence
Relentlessly, I've contributed to projects that aim to stretch the limits of what's achievable with Artificial Intelligence. I maintain a commitment to mastering and applying the power of machine learning when possible in order to craft natural, human-centered experiences.
/ Case Studies
/ Process Snapshots
HCA Healthtrust Dashboard
HCA Healthtrust Miniframes - Card Sort
/ Logo Design
/ Web Design
Yzlee
Money Management Tool (White-Labeled)
/ Visual Brand Design
/ Hand Drawing & Illustrative Design
/ Hand Drawing
& Illustrative Design
/ Experience
NAX Group
Product Design Lead
Mar '24 - Current
NAX Group
Product Design Lead
Mar '24 - Current
PTC Therapeutics
Principal Product Designer
Aug '23 - Feb '24
PTC Therapeutics
Principal Product Designer
Aug '23 - Feb '24
PepsiCo
Lead UX/UI Architect
May '22 - Aug '23
PepsiCo
Lead UX/UI Architect
May '22 - Aug '23
Mozilla
Lead Product Designer
Oct '21 - Nov '22
Mozilla
Lead Product Designer
Oct '21 - Nov '22
PWV Consultants
Assoc. Creative Director
Dec '19 - Sep '21
PWV Consultants
Assoc. Creative Director
Dec '19 - Sep '21
/ Kind Words
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean
Thoughtfulness & Empathy
Working with Sam was a delight! She is very thoughtful, empathetic, collaborative, and engaging - a true professional. Her strategic planning and design insights were essential in enhancing the foundation and strategic direction of PTC's Design program. She focused on establishing design systems for various enterprise applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency in our applications. She consistently delivered visually appealing and user-friendly designs. Her high-level of attention to detail is not to be overlooked either. Sam was a huge benefit to our team and will definitely make an impact wherever she goes.
Trenton Mak
Director, Collaborations - PTC Therapeutics
Effective Communication
I’ve collaborated with Sam Christian as Product Designer for multiple projects within my organization, Lexima.io It is an exceptional experience each time. Sam's tailored design skills, coupled with her thorough understanding of both form and function, always results in happy clients. She has an innate commitment to design excellence, extreme attention to detail and a keen adherence to project timelines. Because of her vast experience with the entire product life cycle, I can also count on Sam to be an effective communicator and an experienced, relatable collaborator towards both our developers and clients. I highly recommend Sam Christian to anyone seeking a talented and dedicated Product Design Leader.
Lancey Lexima
Founder, Lexima.io
Undeniable Results
After implementing Sam's innovative site design which included her insightful suggestions, we experienced a remarkable surge in conversion rates on 4ocean.com, with an outstanding 72% increase. The impact on our brand has been phenomenal. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam Christian, particularly for her exceptional skills in brainstorming, white board sessions, and navigating through creative concepts. Working with Sam has not only elevated our design aesthetic but has proven to be instrumental in driving tangible results for our business.
Alex Schulze
CEO, 4ocean