About Bryan McDowall

I'm a Product Designer from Scotland, living in Tokyo

For over 15 years I've been crafting digital products and building experiences that users love.

Background

I’m currently leading design efforts at Bodygram — empowering businesses through their customers' measurement data.

My journey into design wasn’t a linear path. A lifelong interest in illustration and technology led to studying animation, followed by a period as a self-taught web developer and designer, before I eventually discovered product design - a role which plays to my strengths and varied experience.

In the past I’ve been lucky enough to specialise in emerging technologies, such as responsive web design and design systems. I’ve worked at every stage of the product lifecycle, and led numerous initiatives. After moving to Japan last year, I'm discovering completely new perspectives in both design and in business.

I'm developing my leadership skills, to support teams and build better processes. I’m excited by emerging technologies, using them to push boundaries, and to solve new challenges.

Experience

2024 ~ Present

Lead Designer at Bodygram

2023 ~ 2024

Senior > Lead Designer at Colorkrew

2021 ~ 2023

Senior Product Designer (Design Systems) at Trustpilot

2020 ~ 2021

Product Designer at Dayshape

2012 ~ 2020

Web Developer at Rockstar Games

2011 ~ 2012

Junior Web Developer at Screenmedia

2009 ~ 2010

Junior Web Developer at MGt

You can read in more detail in my resume.

Values

Concepts which are important to me, informing my decisions and actions.

Sustainability

Building good habits which can be maintained. Being mindful of my surroundings.

Social Impact

Using my skills to support community, and to help other people where I can.

Growth

Always growing and learning. With every new experience comes new perspective.

Automation

Working smart to avoid repetitive actions in order to focus on bigger challenges.

Balance

Striking a balance between work, rest and recreation, to build a predictable and reliable routine.

Kindness

Supporting other people (and myself) through kind actions and empathy.

Designing Success

My work reflects a balance of logic and empathy; design thinking manifest through robust systems.