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Scottish designer based in Tokyo, crafting digital products and building experiences users love

I’m currently scaling design practices at Colorkrew — building digital solutions to resonate with our customers.

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

2023 - Now

Senior Product 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

My values

Sustainability

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

Discovery

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.

Bryan McDowall — June 2024

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Scottish designer based in Tokyo, crafting digital products and building experiences users love

I’m currently scaling design practices at Colorkrew — building digital solutions to resonate with our customers.

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

2023 - Now

Senior Product 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

My values

Sustainability

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

Discovery

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.

Bryan McDowall — June 2024

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Scottish designer based in Tokyo, crafting digital products and building experiences users love

I’m currently scaling design practices at Colorkrew — building digital solutions to resonate with our customers.

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

2023 - Now

Senior Product 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

My values

Sustainability

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

Discovery

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.

Bryan McDowall — June 2024