
chrix u.
5.0
(46)
Coaching Backed by 20+ Years in the Design Trenches
Studied at Texas State University

Works at Ford Motor Company
Available tomorrow at 5:30 PM UTC
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chrix's Coaching Offerings
Custom hourly
Get help with Interview Prep, Skill Building, and .
chrix’s Career Coaching Qualifications
Experience level: Director
10+ people coached for Career Coaching
With over two decades of experience as a visionary design leader, I bring a deep, real-world understanding of what it takes to drive innovation, build high-performing teams, and deliver results that exceed both user expectations and business goals. I’ve led cross-functional product and design teams through complex challenges across multiple industries, always with a clear strategic vision and hands-on expertise. My coaching is grounded in this lived experience—whether you’re navigating leadership, team dynamics, or design strategy, I’ve been there. I don’t just teach theory; I help you apply proven approaches that create real impact.
chrix can help with:
Interview Prep
Skill Building
Career Planning
Professional Networking
Resume Review
Personal Branding
Networking Strategy
Salary Negotiation
About chrix
Visionary design leader with over 20 years of experience in guiding high-impact design strategies and fostering innovative solutions across multiple industries. Proven ability to drive growth, enhance user experiences, and lead product teams to exceed business objectives. Adept at blending strategic insight with hands-on design expertise to deliver exceptional results.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I believe it's time to give back and pay forward the knowledge I've gained through years of hands-on experience and leadership across the design industry. My background spans a wide range of disciplines—including product design, user experience, design leadership, marketing design, branding, illustration, art direction, and creative direction. Through coaching, I aim to support the next generation of designers by sharing practical insights, helping them navigate challenges, and empowering them to grow not just as creatives, but as thoughtful contributors and future leaders in their field.
Work Experience

Designer
Ford Motor Company
January 2025 - Present
Sr. Director of Product Design
Realtor.com
August 2024 - January 2025
Executive Director, Head of UX for Walmart Business
Walmart
February 2022 - August 2024
Product Design Leader
Amazon
August 2016 - February 2022
UX Design manager
Expedia Group
2014 - 2016
Sr. UX Designer
Dell Technologies
2012 - 2014

Art Director
Dallas Ad Agencies
2007 - 2012
Education
Texas State University
BFA, Communication Design
Activities and societies: COMDES Communication Design Art Direction, Creative Direction and +7 skills

University of Texas at Austin
Architectural Engineering
Engineering Student Engineering
46 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
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