Sean Finn
A product designer living in Brooklyn, NY. With 10+ years across tech, startups, and brand systems. I specialize in turning ambiguous concepts into user-validated products, scalable design systems, and high-impact digital experiences.
Experience
Focusing on leveraging identity and trust to remove friction from the digital travel experience, making complex real-world interactions simple and human.
Founder and lead designer helping early-stage startups shape brand identities and product experiences. Partner with founders to build identities, scalable systems, and digital experiences spanning strategy, design, and implementation.
Designed XR tools and AI-driven interfaces in Meta's Reality Labs division. Led the design for XR Simulator and MetaSim platform, improving team efficiency by 38%. Standardized UI/UX systems for VR accessibility and device localization. Led the product design for the Codec Avatar R&D platform and AI-powered wearable hardware prototypes.
Joined as the second designer to scale RECUR's digital collectible NFT platform. Expanded the design system, launched gamified Challenges, and improved user engagement through close collaboration with engineering and strategy teams.
Oversaw new ad product design and strategy across web and mobile. Collaborated cross-functionally to deliver interactive ad experiences and scalable digital platforms.
Directed Ad Studio project strategy and creative direction from concept to launch, driving global KPI gains and $5MM annual revenue. Led a multidisciplinary team producing campaigns and scalable design systems.
Built VICE's Ad Studio and custom ad products, optimizing creative workflows and driving $7MM in revenue in the first year.
Designed integrated brand campaigns across print and digital for Mercedes-Benz, AC/Pro, BiC, Flexion, Teva Pharmaceutical, and White Castle.