Brett Nyquist

About

I graduated from The College of St. Scholastica with a Bachelor of Science in Computer and Information Sciences. My career began as a Web Designer and Developer at Terakeet Corporation, followed by a role as a Senior Web Designer at StrongView. I then served as a Design Director at Vibrant Media and later founded 3engines, where I led the design team and established the company's design vision. Currently, I am the Head of Product Design at Metaprise, focusing on creating innovative design solutions. My journey has been driven by a passion for creating impactful and user-centric designs.

Experience

• Design Director / Lead Designer / Founder · 3engines01-01-2006

  At 3engines, my consultancy work was pivotal in achieving significant milestones, such as the complete redesign of a mobile application that contributed to its acquisition. My efforts played a crucial role in securing substantial funding for projects and streamlining processes, resulting in notable cost savings for clients. These achievements underscored my ability to deliver impactful design solutions and strategic improvements that directly contributed to client success.

• Head of Product Design · Metaprise08-01-2019

  At Metaprise, I led the product design in a tight-knit team, including a developer, a backend engineer, and proactive investors. We focused on creating a user-centric platform, where my key contributions were: • Developing the design vision and strategy in a collaborative environment, which played a crucial role in enhancing user engagement. • Managing and executing design projects from inception to launch, ensuring efficiency and timeliness. • Implementing user feedback and research to guide design improvements, significantly boosting user satisfaction and loyalty. • Integrating design closely with technical development to ensure a seamless and functional user experience.

• Design Director · Vibrant Media05-01-2013 – 02-01-2023

  In my role as Design Director, I was responsible for leading the overall design direction, enhancing product engagement, and optimizing operational efficiency. My approach was strategic, collaborative, and results-focused, ensuring the delivery of high-quality design solutions. • Revitalized ad product offerings, achieving marked improvements in user engagement and client retention. • Streamlined design workflows with agile methodologies, significantly shortening project lifecycles. • Mentored and developed design talent, maintaining a high standard of creative output. • Forged strong cross-functional partnerships, aligning design objectives with business goals for cohesive project success.

• Senior Web Designer / Developer · StrongView10-01-2010 – 05-01-2013

  At StrongView, as a Senior Designer/Developer, I not only pioneered early mobile optimizations for email campaigns but also engaged in broader advertising initiatives: • Led the charge in establishing mobile optimization standards for email, elevating user interaction and engagement. • Developed an extensive library of templates to streamline workflow, setting clear benchmarks for campaign development. • Directed diverse ad campaigns, including social media, digital marketing, and website projects, expanding our reach and enhancing client success.

• Web Designer / Developer · Terakeet Corporation10-01-2009 – 10-01-2010

Education

• The College of St. ScholasticaBachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer and Information Sciences, General
• Duluth Central High School

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