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I’m Michal (Maiko) Takahashi Huang, a designer with 30 years of experience across a broad range of creative services—from app and web design to impactful graphic and identity design. I bring thorough attention from concept to delivery and work as a partner to create designs that deliver results. With extensive experience in brand and marketing design, I’m well-versed in developing cohesive design systems and effective marketing campaigns.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Japanese
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Interactive Media Art Director / Creative I - Advertising & Interactive Media at Independent / Freelance (Various Clients)
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010Led interactive media design projects for high-tech and other clients, including corporate websites, interactive demos, web banners, Flash animation, CD design, and PowerPoint presentations.
Staff User Experience Designer at LinkedIn
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Led design efforts across brand, marketing, and product; contributed to design systems and mobile/pattern libraries to create cohesive experiences.
Design Lead at Growth-Chameleon
December 31, 2024 - December 31, 2024Design lead for the internal tool 'Chameleon,' enabling non-engineers to customize LinkedIn content, layout, and components for tailored audience experiences.
Design Lead (Japan-focused initiatives) at International - Japan Team
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020Identified gaps and issues for international users and created experiences tailored to Japanese audiences; developed Japan-specific products such as guest landing / sign-up pages, onboarding flows, and business-card scanners.
Lead – Premium Subscriptions (LinkedIn Premium) at LinkedIn
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Led end-to-end experience design for LinkedIn Premium subscribers from acquisition to post-purchase.
Brand and Marketing Designer at LinkedIn
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2013Assisted in building and managing corporate branding for a rapidly growing company worldwide.
Senior Interactive Media Art Director at Independent / Creative I-Advertising & Interactive Media
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010Led interactive media design projects for high-tech and other clients; created corporate websites, interactive demos, CD design, Flash animation, web banners, and PowerPoint designs.
Owner / Principal Designer at M Creations
January 1, 2024 - October 28, 2025Providing design services to a variety of clients from individuals to corporate; focus on user experience design, branding, and visual design across web and product initiatives.
Owner at Pure Elements / Iyashi Spa LLC
January 1, 2025 - October 28, 2025Offers hand-selected natural stones and crystals, along with custom jewelry and accessories made with care and intention. Provides counseling, therapy, and hosts retreats. Specializes in Japanese head therapy—a popular method known for deep relaxation and refreshing the mind in just 30 minutes.
Staff User Experience Designer at LinkedIn
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Led and contributed to a wide range of UX initiatives across LinkedIn products, including premium experiences and internal tooling. Built design systems and collaborated across product, engineering, and marketing teams.
Design Lead at Growth-Chameleon
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024Design Lead for the internal tool 'Chameleon,' enabling non-engineers to customize LinkedIn content, layout, and other components to create a better experience tailored to specific audiences.
Design Lead at International - Japan
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Identified gaps and issues for international users and created experiences suited to Japanese audiences. Developed Japan-specific products such as guest landing / sign-up pages, onboarding flows, and business card scanners; collaborated with the Japan GTM team on marketing materials.
Design Lead - LinkedIn Premium at LinkedIn
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Led the entire experience design for LinkedIn Premium subscribers, from acquisition to post-purchase. Created the Premium design system to differentiate the Premium product from the free tier; spearheaded the 'My Premium' hack project, which became a real product.
Design Lead – Mobile Design System at LinkedIn
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015Led the pattern library for mobile products. Oversaw a team developing common design patterns for all mobile products and advised on design needs and questions related to mobile patterns.
Brand and Marketing at LinkedIn
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013Assisted in building and managing corporate branding for a rapidly growing company worldwide. Collaborated with PR, product, and marketing teams to ensure consistency; managed event materials such as keynote presentations and branding for events.
Senior Interactive Media Art Director / Creative I - Advertising & Interactive Media at Interactive Media Division
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2010Design lead for the interactive media division. Worked with high-tech clients (HP, Compaq, Palm, NEC, and more) and non-tech clients (e.g., First5 of Santa Clarita). Projects included corporate websites, interactive demos, webcasts, CD design, Flash animation, web banners, and PowerPoint designs.
Education
BFA – Advertising at University of San Francisco
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025BFA – Advertising at Art Academy University / University of San Francisco
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Qualifications
Reiki Master
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Therapy Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025California Esthetician License
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Reiki Master
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Japanese Dry Head Spa Therapy Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025California Esthetician License
January 11, 2030 - October 28, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Education, Healthcare, Other
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