Tim Tighe
Tim Tighe
Minnesota, USA | (617) 784-0088 | timtighe35@gmail.com
Minnesota, USA
(617) 784-0088
SKILLS
SKILLS
Research: User Interviews, Usability Testing, Competitive Analysis, Synthesis & Insight Development
Research
User Interviews
Usability Testing
Competitive Analysis
Synthesis & Insight Development
Design: User Flows, Information Architecture, Wireframing, Prototyping, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Alignment, Accessibility (WCAG)
Design
User Flows
Information Architecture
Wireframing
Prototyping
Journey Mapping
Stakeholder Alignment
Accessibility (WCAG)
Tools: Figma, FigJam, Dovetail, Optimal Workshop, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite
Tools
Figma
FigJam
Dovetail
Optimal Workshop
Miro
Adobe Creative Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Product Designer (Physical & Digital) | Freelance Designer
Jan 2022 - Present
Product Designer (Physical & Digital)
Freelance Designer
Jan 2022 - Present
Consolidated a multipage services site into a single, scannable landing page, restructuring information architecture and simplifying primary flows to increase client inquiries and reduce bounce rate.
Founding designer on a 0→1 health & wellness app prototype; conducted moderated
and unmoderated usability tests, refined onboarding and primary task flows, and produced
investor-ready decks and demo flows.
Designed physical products from concept through delivery, producing dimensional mockups,
prototypes, and detailed design documentation for client review and fabrication.
Consolidated a multipage services site into a single, scannable landing page, restructuring information architecture and simplifying primary flows to increase client inquiries and reduce bounce rate.
Founding designer on a 0→1 health & wellness app prototype; conducted moderated and unmoderated usability tests, refined onboarding and primary task flows, and produced investor-ready decks and demo flows.
Designed physical products from concept through delivery, producing dimensional mockups, prototypes, and detailed design documentation for client review and fabrication.
• Consolidated a multipage services site into a single, scannable landing page, restructuring information architecture and simplifying primary flows to increase client inquiries and reduce bounce rate.
• Founding designer on a 0→1 health & wellness app prototype; conducted moderated and unmoderated usability tests, refined onboarding and primary task flows, and produced investor-ready decks and demo flows.
• Designed physical products from concept through delivery, producing dimensional mockups, prototypes, and detailed design documentation for client review and fabrication.
Architectural Designer | Sloan Architects
Feb 2024 - June 2024
Architectural Designer
Sloan Architects
Feb 2024-Jun 2024
Collaborated with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to translate complex spatial and functional requirements into clear, buildable design solutions.
Designed within existing standards and requirements, balancing client needs with building codes and what was practical to build.
Created visual narratives (diagrams, renderings, presentations) to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-design audiences.
• Collaborated with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to translate complex spatial and functional requirements into clear, buildable design solutions.
• Designed within existing standards and requirements, balancing client needs with building codes and what was practical to build.
• Created visual narratives (diagrams, renderings, presentations) to communicate complex concepts clearly to non-design audiences.
Bartender | O’Hara’s Food & Spirits
Apr 2018 - Aug 2022
Bartender
O’Hara’s Food & Spirits
Apr 2018 - Aug 2022
Delivered high-volume, fast-paced service while maintaining accuracy, hospitality, and brand standards across 150+ nightly guests.
Built lasting guest relationships through attentive service, resulting in strong repeat business and positive customer feedback.
Supported a busy neighborhood bar through teamwork, clear communication, and dependable service during peak hours.
• Delivered high-volume, fast-paced service while maintaining accuracy, hospitality, and brand standards across 200+ nightly guests.
• Built lasting guest relationships through attentive service, resulting in strong repeat business and positive customer feedback.
• Supported a busy neighborhood bar through teamwork, clear communication, and dependable service during peak hours.
General Manager | Max Brenner
Mar 2015 - Dec 2017
General Manager
Max Brenner
Mar 2015 - Dec 2017
Oversaw day-to-day operations for a $6M+ venue, leading a team of over 30 and improving efficiency through new training programs and process updates.
Hired, trained, and coached staff to deliver consistent, high-quality guest experiences while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
Introduced menu and service improvements that increased overall profitability and elevated customer satisfaction.
• Oversaw day-to-day operations for a $6M+ venue, leading a team of over 30 and improving efficiency through new training programs and process updates.
• Hired, trained, and coached staff to deliver consistent, high-quality guest experiences while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
• Introduced menu and service improvements that increased overall profitability and elevated customer satisfaction.
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
UX Design Certificate | Designlab UX Academy
UX Design Certificate
Designlab UX Academy
UX Design Certificate
Designlab UX Academy
Bachelor of Fine Arts | Industrial Design
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Architectural Design
Boston Architectural College
Bachelor of Fine Arts | Industrial Design | Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts | Industrial Design
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Architectural Design | Boston Architectural College
Architectural Design
Boston Architectural College
SKILLS
Collaboration: Cross-functional teamwork, Stakeholder presentations
Tools: Figma, Framer, Miro, Adobe Creative Suite, Jira
Design: Wireframing, User flows, Interactive prototyping
Accessible designs (WCAG 2.1), Sitemaps
Research & Testing: User interviews, User research, Usability testing,
Optimal Workshop