I’m a multidisciplinary designer and jack of all trades. I’m passionate about solving problems and creating change. Previously, I worked at Pinterest and Headspace.
Currently, I work at Cambly.
When I joined Headspace in 2020 to rebuild their design system, I quickly identified a critical issue: the new “Sleep” section had a separate color palette, and users were being blinded by the predominantly white interface before reaching it. Despite not being on any roadmap, I convinced teams across the company to prioritize Dark Mode by sharing a compelling video of the problem in action, filmed in my dark bedroom.
I led engineers and PMs to deliver this work, crafting a cohesive color palette that paired well with Headspace's brand illustrations. The result was a seamless, calming experience that improved user satisfaction and highlighted the impact of thoughtful systems design.
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Businesses are key contributors to Pinterest’s ecosystem, yet their tools were outdated and unintuitive. Drawing on global quantitative and qualitative research, I redesigned the analytics experience, making it both simplified and powerful. The final product enabled businesses to confidently understand their content’s performance, optimize their presence, and create more engaging content. This not only improved user satisfaction but also encouraged greater investment in advertising.
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Pinterest serves nearly a billion images daily, personalized by algorithms. But when the algorithm falters, users need a way to regain control. Over the course of a year, I designed and launched a suite of feedback mechanisms, empowering users to provide negative feedback on irrelevant or harmful content. These tools led to a 54% drop in negative app reviews related to content quality, increased daily user engagement, and strengthened trust and transparency across the platform.
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For over 18 months, I served as the lead designer and main point of contact for the Pinterest Design System, becoming a subject matter expert in record time. Collaborating with engineers and production designers, I empowered a growing team of 40+ designers and 200+ frontend engineers. My contributions included redesigning and launching system-wide updates that impacted every Pinterest surface across platforms, driving measurable gains in user engagement and revenue.
Before transitioning to product-focused work, I shared my expertise at Rethink’s Design Systems Conference, presenting to an audience of 200+ at LinkedIn HQ.
I’m a Seattle-based product designer passionate about crafting intuitive, impactful experiences. With expertise in user-centered design, I’ve led cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance lives and drive business growth. My approach combines empathy, strategic thinking, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring every project achieves meaningful results. When I’m not designing, you’ll find me exploring creative hobbies or refining new skills. Interested in learning more? Let’s connect—I’m always eager to collaborate on transformative projects!
Get in touch: jvzingarelli@gmail.com LINKEDIN