Hi, I’m Christine Santos. I’m a seasoned design leader with over 15 years of experience shaping intuitive interfaces, compelling brand collateral, and client communications that drive adoption. I’ve worked across web and mobile design, UI and print, collaborating with product, engineering and marketing teams to deliver elegant solutions for clients like Toyota, Lucid, and Confluent, and I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear, engaging experiences.…

Christine Santos

Hi, I’m Christine Santos. I’m a seasoned design leader with over 15 years of experience shaping intuitive interfaces, compelling brand collateral, and client communications that drive adoption. I’ve worked across web and mobile design, UI and print, collaborating with product, engineering and marketing teams to deliver elegant solutions for clients like Toyota, Lucid, and Confluent, and I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear, engaging experiences.…

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Hi, I’m Christine Santos. I’m a seasoned design leader with over 15 years of experience shaping intuitive interfaces, compelling brand collateral, and client communications that drive adoption.

I’ve worked across web and mobile design, UI and print, collaborating with product, engineering and marketing teams to deliver elegant solutions for clients like Toyota, Lucid, and Confluent, and I’m passionate about turning complex information into clear, engaging experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Design Manager at Newfront
June 30, 2025 - July 27, 2025
Produced a wide range of high-impact materials, including sales and benefit presentations, guides, overviews, memos, and client newsletters. Provided communication solutions through client engagement, including custom projects for major companies like Woven by Toyota, Lucid, and Confluent. Oversaw Mailchimp newsletters to help clients educate employees on benefit options. Created visually compelling, high-quality designs that leave a lasting impression on internal and external clients. Delivered two brand-aligned illustrations, one of which was praised by client and used across emails, flyers, and a t-shirt design. Earned client praise (Toyota, Lucid, Grove) for delivering Strive benefits portals, built using prior ProInsurance experience.
Designer at ProInsurance
October 31, 2017 - July 27, 2025
Managed rollout of benefit portals with internal teams and introduced new service to clients. Optimized server administration and technical troubleshooting prior to onboarding IIT contractor. Developed marketing collateral to support client outreach and brand consistency. Introduced a new client communication tool at ProInsurance by designing custom WordPress benefit minisites. Planned and executed email campaigns, including benefit announcements and client communications. Enhanced employee understanding by creating client-facing benefit overview documents using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator.
Senior UI/Visual Designer at Lyve Minds (acquired by Seagate)
October 31, 2015 - July 27, 2025
Developed high-fidelity prototypes and Balsamiq wireframes, translating ideas into intuitive and functional UI concepts. Led interface design and user flow for iOS and Android mobile and tablet platforms for a photo application. Refined UI and provided polished visuals and production-ready assets in collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineers. Delivered mobile and desktop interface designs, enhancing user experience for a fast-paced tech startup. Contributed to engaging user experience across all platforms by designing product icons and visual elements.
UI Designer at MobiTV
September 30, 2013 - July 27, 2025
Developed intuitive interaction flows and elegant UI solutions as per user and technical requirements with product managers and engineers. Delivered user interfaces and graphics for mobile apps across iPhone, Android, and iPad platforms. Created graphics and interfaces for high-profile apps, including UFC, NBA League Pass, Notre Dame Central, and MobiTV. Produced MobiTV Online Channel Guide in partnership with carriers like Sprint, T-Mobile, AT&T, and US Cellular, while delivering design solutions under industry constraints.
Senior Design Manager at Newfront
March 1, 2018 - June 1, 2025
Led design and implementation of online client benefit portals; was the initial creator of company-wide communications and related adoption efforts. Produced sales and benefit presentations, benefit guides and memos. Participated in client meetings for more customized communications. Executed high-impact custom work for brands including Woven by Toyota, Lucid, and Confluent. Created Mailchimp newsletters to inform employees about benefits.
Designer at ProInsurance
March 1, 2016 - October 1, 2017
Designed and implemented Wordpress-based client benefit minisites; originated communications for ProInsurance. Collaborated with teams to roll out minisites, a new approach for the company and clients. Managed server administration and troubleshooting before IT contractor hire. Produced client benefit overview documents using InDesign and Illustrator; designed marketing collateral and email blasts.
Senior UI/Visual Designer at Lyve Minds
March 1, 2014 - October 1, 2015
Developed interface flow and design for iOS, Android, and tablet photo applications. Worked closely with teammates; created detailed prototypes and Balsamiq wireframes; designed product icons and visuals. Collaborated with engineering to refine product UI and supplied assets for implementation.
UI Designer at MobiTV
August 1, 2009 - November 1, 2013
Designed and produced graphics for mobile apps across iPhone, Android and iPad. Partnered with product managers and engineering to create intuitive interaction flows. Developed interfaces and graphics for UFC, NBA League Pass, Notre Dame Central, and MobiTV mobile applications; collaborated with developers to build the MobiTV Online Channel Guide.

Education

B.S. Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004
B.A. Fine Art at San Francisco State University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004
B.S. Graphic Design, cum laude at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
B.A. Fine Art at San Francisco State University
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Financial Services, Professional Services, Telecommunications