Michael W. | Leland

Michael W.

Break into Design: Ex-Meta & Netflix UX Expert | BYU Grad

Studied at DevMountain

Worked at Meta (Facebook)

Available Wednesday at 11:00 PM UTC

Protected by the Leland Experience Guarantee

Available Wednesday at 11:00 PM UTC

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Michael's Coaching Offerings

Custom hourly · $150/hr

Get help with User Experience Design, Visual Design, and .

Michael’s Design Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Director

Welcome to my profile! I'm Michael, a seasoned Product and UX Designer with extensive experience at top companies like Meta, Netflix, and Square. Over the years, I've honed my skills in wireframing, branding, and digital design, leading teams and projects that push the boundaries of user experience. My journey began with a strong foundation in marketing and management from Brigham Young University, and I've since dedicated myself to helping aspiring designers break into the industry. Whether you're looking to refine your portfolio, master design tools, or navigate the competitive job market, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. Let's connect and craft a plan to achieve your design career goals!

Michael can help with:

User Experience Design

Visual Design

Branding

Skill Building

Wireframing

Design Thinking

User Interface Design

Interview Prep

LinkedIn Review

Prototyping

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About Michael

I’m a Senior Product Designer with 8+ years of experience building and scaling products used by millions. I currently design at Leland and have previously worked across companies like Facebook, Netflix, Square, and high-growth startups from 0→1 through scale. I specialize in end-to-end product design—strategy, UX, systems, and execution—and I coach designers and product professionals on breaking into top-tier tech roles, strengthening portfolios, and making sharper career decisions.

Why do I coach?

I coach because the biggest accelerators in my own career weren’t jobs, they were great mentors who helped me see the right problems sooner and avoid costly mistakes. Having experienced guidance early on would have compressed years of trial and error. I’ve worked across top tech companies and high-growth startups, and I’ve seen how small shifts in thinking, craft, and positioning can completely change someone’s trajectory. Coaching is how I pass that leverage forward, helping people move faster, make better decisions, and build careers with intention.