STEVEN C. DIAZ

Visually Simplifying Complex Experiences

I’m a Senior Visual Designer with a solid background in visual design, creative strategy, marketing, and leading teams—plus I love mentoring designers and helping newcomers find their own success in this bonkers industry.

     
STEVEN C. DIAZ

Visually Simplifying Complex Experiences

I’m a Senior Designer with a solid background in visual design, creative strategy, marketing, and leading teams—plus I love mentoring designers and helping newcomers find their own success in this bonkers industry.

     
0+
Years of Experience
0+
Years of Marketing
0+
Years Design Leadership
0
Years Design Instructor
0
Completed IxDF Certifications
0
Designers Mentored
0+
Years of Experience
0+
Years Design Leadership
0
IxDF Certifications
0+
Years of Marketing
0 Years
Design Instructor
0
Designers Mentored

From Sock Drawers to Design

At eight years old, I assumed every kid organized their sock drawer by color and use. Or that every child who got an NES for Christmas spent hours splicing cables, extending cords, and making it easier to swap cartridges without leaving the couch—or even hacking together a homemade crossbow from a wire hanger, clothespin, and bamboo skewers (which, unfortunately, shot a friend’s eye out).

From as early as I can remember, I’ve thrived on simplifying experiences and making things more enjoyable to use. My career has spanned multiple industries and roles, giving me a diverse skill set and the confidence to tackle any challenge.

I may not know everything, but I do know how to create experiences that people expect and love in the products they use. I’m excited for the future and eager to keep growing as a designer, creative, leader, thinker, and mentor.

LIVE TULA

Senior Visual Designer

Developing a new brand and user experience standards for the LIVE TULA products, transformed the way members and customers viewed the services provided and the overall member experience as a whole.

CONTRIBUTIONS
  • Spearheaded all branding and visual design initiatives as the sole designer.
  • Implemented a new design system and standards for the new mobile app, web experiences and digital assets.
  • Worked alongside stakeholders to create a full member experience with physical and digital products.
  • Developed a strong working relationship with engineers to provide direction and guidance on the vision of the digital assets.

SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Senior Design Lead

While working as a full time contractor for Software Technology Group, I was able to be placed in various contracts that allowed me to grow as a design leader, mentor, visual designer, and example of new standards for a contractor within the company.

CONTRIBUTIONS
  • 1 of 4 Design leads for UX/UI design consultants and conducted monthly 1-on-1’s, portfolio reviews, and direction on upskilling and developing more knowledge as a designer.
  • Placed into 3 full time contracts within a 2 year stint with successful launch and implementations.
  • Conducted UX site audits, proposals, mockups, and prototypes for potential clients.
  • Provided direction to developers and engineers on functionality and usability of new workflows and interactions.
Case Study

BONUSRIGHT

Senior UI Designer

BonusRights structure to determine and display employees yearly bonuses was difficult for clients to understand, resulting in dissatisfaction and confusion of their application.  As a result, they needed a UI/UX solution to create an intuitive and user-friendly interface that simplifies the bonus calculation process and provides transparency to their clients.

Case Study

TESTOUT

Art Director/Senior Visual Designer

During my time at TestOut I was given the ownership of the company brand which was already very strong and defined through the previous designer. But given the opportunity I was able to develop the individual brands of our specific products and develop the style, look, and communication we wanted for that branch of the company.

MOUNTAIN AMERICA CREDIT UNION

Senior Digital Designer

I was able to contribute in many ways within Mountain America Credit Union that allowed my skillset grow and develop in various ways. I was entrusted to take the lead on multiple digital marketing campaigns which involved landing page design and development, email marketing campaigns, digital ad campaigns, and various UX/UI needs throughout the company. Being a senior designer I was also able help mentor and guide junior designers in brand standards and expectations.

DESERET BOOK CORPORATION

Art Director/Senior Interaction Designer

From developing new web experiences to re-designing and developing new email marketing campaigns and engagement for Deseret Book, I challenged myself to always test and better the experience that our users would have. Inside the Deseret Book brand there are many other companies in which I helped re-design their web experiences and provide more customer engagement and use.

LIVE TULA

We Help You Thrive

At LIVE TULA, I designed and developed a brand and user experience standards for both digital and physical products. This transformed the way members and customers viewed the services provided and the overall member experience as a whole. Putting the company on a bright exciting path forward.

SOFTWARE TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Get the Job Done

While working as a UX/UI consultant for STG (Software Technology Group) I was able to be on contract for various business and services with the majority of my time with Savage Services where I developed a new ETS application to simplify processes throughout the company. Savage recently acquired the Environmental Sector (Enviroserve) and provides emergency response, environmental remediation, and waste management solutions for customers across the United States.

Case Study

BONUSRIGHT

Recognizing Hard Work

BonusRights structure to determine and display employees yearly bonuses was difficult for clients to understand, resulting in dissatisfaction and confusion of their application.  As a result, they needed a UI/UX solution to create an intuitive and user-friendly interface that simplifies the bonus calculation process and provides transparency to their clients.

Case Study

TESTOUT

Make a Difference

During my time at TestOut I was given the ownership of the company brand which was already very strong and defined through the previous designer. But given the opportunity I was able to develop the individual brands of our specific products and develop the style, look, and communication we wanted for that branch of the company.

MOUNTAIN AMERICA CREDIT UNION

Guiding You Forward

I was able to contribute in many ways within Mountain America Credit Union that allowed my skillset grow and develop in various ways. I was entrusted to take the lead on multiple digital marketing campaigns which involved landing page design and development, email marketing campaigns, digital ad campaigns, and various UX/UI needs throughout the company. Being a senior designer I was also able help mentor and guide junior designers in brand standards and expectations.

DESERET BOOK CORPORATION

A Desire to Learn and Grow Everyday

From developing new web experiences to re-designing and developing new email marketing campaigns and engagement for Deseret Book, I challenged myself to always test and better the experience that our users would have. Inside the Deseret Book brand there are many other companies in which I helped re-design their web experiences and provide more customer engagement and use.

“You don’t have to take my word for it.”

—Levar Burton

“I highly recommend Steven…His strong visual design skills, coding experience, excellent soft skills, and design knowledge makes him a valuable addition to any project or organization.”
Jessica S. Software Technology Group

“I cannot recommend Steve strongly enough. He was extremely creative, knowledgeable, and a thorough designer who is exceptionally easy to work with.”
Joe M. Product Manager, BonusRight/VisionLink

“Ultimately a recommendation like this comes down to one question: Would I want to work with Steven again on another project? Without any hesitation, I say yes.”
Tyler S. Mobile Equipment Manager, Savage Services

“I had the pleasure of working with Steven on numerous projects and initiatives. Three words that best describes his work is: dedication, passion, and creativity.”
Chad B. Cybersecurity Leader

Mentoring Students

Helping students and newcomers understand the “real-world” of design and what it takes to succeed as a designer in a challenging, competitive industry.

Schedule a Free 30-min Call

  • Learn from real-world experience: Gain insights from 23 years in the industry.

  • Accelerate your growth: Avoid mistakes and fast-track your skills.

  • Get professional feedback: Improve with critiques aligned to industry standards.

  • Build a standout portfolio: Create work that attracts employers and clients.

  • Expand your network: Access connections and opportunities in design.

  • Master soft skills: Learn communication, time management, and presentation.

Get in Touch

Have a question, an idea, or just want to chat about design? I’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s a quick hello or a deeper conversation, feel free to reach out.

     

Get in Touch

Have a question, an idea, or just want to chat about design? I’d love to hear from you! Whether it’s a quick hello or a deeper conversation, feel free to reach out.