Hi, I’m Sam.

Hi, I’m Sam.

Hi, I’m Sam.

I’m a product designer building clear, thoughtful experiences across AI, SaaS and career technology.

I’m a product designer building clear, thoughtful experiences across AI, SaaS and career technology.

I’m a product designer building clear, thoughtful experiences across AI, SaaS and career technology.

Professional focus

I’m currently a UX/UI Designer at CareerVillage.org, focused on Pathways, an AI career planning product. I’ve designed AI coaching workflows, redesigned onboarding, and contributed to the design system and accessibility.

Beyond product

Producer & Editor, Bookshelf Sessions: I film, produce and edit the live music series.

Born and raised in New York City, I’ve been shaped by a diverse range of experiences. My mom, brother, and I moved frequently, which taught me resilience and adaptability. My mom, a hair and makeup artist who’s worked with acts like Lenny Kravitz, Bon Jovi, and Led Zeppelin, has been a constant source of strength and inspiration. Being surrounded by creative people from a young age sparked my passion for creativity.


At 15, I picked up the guitar, and music became a powerful outlet. During COVID, I channeled that passion into producing music on Spotify, connecting with others during a time of isolation.


Growing up in New York gave me a unique perspective on diversity, shaping my approach to design with sensitivity to different people and experiences. Despite struggling with learning disabilities, I jumped into the workforce after high school, spending years in the hospitality and restaurant industry, learning the ins and outs of customer service and operations.


Realizing I needed more, I pursued a degree in computer science at Hunter College. After graduating, I had the rare opportunity to join the management team for Duran Duran, honing skills in project management and collaboration.


My journey has taught me empathy and resilience, which I bring into my work as a designer. I strive to create solutions that truly meet people’s needs. Thanks for reading my story.

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Sam Gustafsson

Let’s build something users love.

Sam Gustafsson

Let’s build something users love.

Sam Gustafsson

Let’s build something users love.