Travis Neilson Email & Phone Number

Kaneohe, Hi, Us

San Bruno, Ca, Us

As Lead AI/UX Designer at YouTube Music, I played a pivotal role in conceiving, designing, and executing a transformative project that underscores my eight-year journey with Google Search and YouTube Music. I led the development of a user-facing system allowing individuals to interact with generative image AI and effortlessly create captivating playlist cover images.This marked a significant milestone as the first GenAI integration on YouTube, requiring rigorous legal approvals and extensive cross-team collaboration. In addition to driving the design process, I introduced novel UX patterns to enhance user engagement and facilitated knowledge sharing across teams to establish best practices.My leadership capabilities were instrumental as I spearheaded UX research, diligently collected and organized feedback, refined feature design and documentation, and communicated effectively with our team, partner teams, and the wider organization.

Mountain View, Ca, Us

A strong focus on leading the design of essential search features at Google. Notable accomplishments include spearheading the Crisis Response feature, providing real-time tools for users navigating natural disasters, and leading the UX efforts for Ephemeral Events, enhancing engagement for large cultural events like the Olympics and Oscars. Additionally, I launched the widely-used Internet WiFi Speed Test accessible through a simple Google search query.Broadly, my role involved conducting user research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and designing solutions that specialized in conveying complex information with clarity and speed. I achieved recognition through awards and promotions for exceptional UX design contributions, demonstrating a consistent commitment to delivering innovative and user-centric solutions.

Mountain View, California, Us

I held the distinction of being the first designer at Tubular Labs, a startup that leveraged the power of big data strategies to compile and analyze video performance data across the entire web.My multifaceted role encompassed conducting extensive user research, defining product objectives, crafting product designs, and shaping marketing strategies. Over the course of three years, I played a pivotal role in scaling the organization, starting from a single designer (myself) and expanding to lead a team of talented designers, a testament to my leadership and contributions in driving growth and innovation.

Palo Alto, Ca, Us

At Britely, a startup that began as a browser plugin harnessing early NLP technology to provide users with high-quality product recommendations based on the web pages people browsed, I was responsible for directing our technology into usable products. I also was in charge of our labs, who's goal was to find novel application for our tech.During my tenure, the company underwent a pivotal transformation, shifting its focus to become a social platform that enabled the effortless and enjoyable combination of words and images to create short narratives in digital booklets, or "Brites". This pivot culminated in the acquisition of Britely by Groupon, positioning it as a notable tech acquisition in recognition of its innovative work in the field.

Oakland, Ca, Us

At Sparkart, a dynamic product studio and design agency, I had the privilege of working with some of the most iconic names in the entertainment industry. Clients include brands such as Janet Jackson, The Killers, Bon Jovi, Rascal Flatts, Kathy Ireland, and many others. In my role, I focused on platform design and scalability, and I had the pleasure of partnering with clients to translate their unique needs into custom solutions on our platform.

Las Vegas, Nevada, Us

I quit my job in sales and started doing what I loved as my career. It was the scariest, most exciting time in my life.