About
I tend to work at the intersection of ambiguity and execution, helping teams make sense of complex problems, align on a clear vision, and bring that vision to life.
At Blink, that often means leading strategic projects where the path forward isn’t obvious and success hinges on building strong partnerships with everyone from executives to ICs. While my role today focuses primarily on strategy and direction, I’ve always stayed close to the work, and I’ve found that I’m most effective when I can move fluidly between framing the problem and working through the details. Outside of work, you can find me at a music venue, on the golf course, or continuing a long-running and deeply unsatisfying relationship with Arizona’s professional sports franchises.
About
I tend to work at the intersection of ambiguity and execution, helping teams make sense of complex problems, align on a clear vision, and bring that vision to life.
At Blink, that often means leading strategic projects where the path forward isn’t obvious and success hinges on building strong partnerships with everyone from executives to ICs. While my role today focuses primarily on strategy and direction, I’ve always stayed close to the work, and I’ve found that I’m most effective when I can move fluidly between framing the problem and working through the details. Outside of work, you can find me at a music venue, on the golf course, or continuing a long-running and deeply unsatisfying relationship with Arizona’s professional sports franchises.
About
I tend to work at the intersection of ambiguity and execution, helping teams make sense of complex problems, align on a clear vision, and bring that vision to life.
At Blink, that often means leading strategic projects where the path forward isn’t obvious and success hinges on building strong partnerships with everyone from executives to ICs. While my role today focuses primarily on strategy and direction, I’ve always stayed close to the work, and I’ve found that I’m most effective when I can move fluidly between framing the problem and working through the details. Outside of work, you can find me at a music venue, on the golf course, or continuing a long-running and deeply unsatisfying relationship with Arizona’s professional sports franchises.
About
I tend to work at the intersection of ambiguity and execution, helping teams make sense of complex problems, align on a clear vision, and bring that vision to life.
At Blink, that often means leading strategic projects where the path forward isn’t obvious and success hinges on building strong partnerships with everyone from executives to ICs. While my role today focuses primarily on strategy and direction, I’ve always stayed close to the work, and I’ve found that I’m most effective when I can move fluidly between framing the problem and working through the details. Outside of work, you can find me at a music venue, on the golf course, or continuing a long-running and deeply unsatisfying relationship with Arizona’s professional sports franchises.
Approach
I see every project as an opportunity to improve, though I have found a few keys to consistent success.
I write to generate ideas
Writing in a stream-of-consciousness format helps me quickly get a broad set of half-formed thoughts onto the page before diving deep.
I sketch to think through problems
Rough sketches allow me to test structure and context before committing to detail. It’s the fastest way to pressure-test an idea and get the team aligned.
I design early to surface unknowns
Research and discovery are essential, but nothing exposes gaps in understanding faster than attempting to design a real solution.
I explore broadly before narrowing
Strong outcomes require intentional divergence. I make sure we’ve genuinely explored the space before committing to a direction — the best idea is rarely the first one.
Approach
I see every project as an opportunity to improve, though I have found a few keys to consistent success.
I write to generate ideas
Writing in a stream-of-consciousness format helps me quickly get a broad set of half-formed thoughts onto the page before diving deep.
I sketch to think through problems
Rough sketches allow me to test structure and context before committing to detail. It’s the fastest way to pressure-test an idea and get the team aligned.
I design early to surface unknowns
Research and discovery are essential, but nothing exposes gaps in understanding faster than attempting to design a real solution.
I explore broadly before narrowing
Strong outcomes require intentional divergence. I make sure we’ve genuinely explored the space before committing to a direction — the best idea is rarely the first one.
Approach
I see every project as an opportunity to improve, though I have found a few keys to consistent success.
I write to generate ideas
Writing in a stream-of-consciousness format helps me quickly get a broad set of half-formed thoughts onto the page before diving deep.
I sketch to think through problems
Rough sketches allow me to test structure and context before committing to detail. It’s the fastest way to pressure-test an idea and get the team aligned.
I design early to surface unknowns
Research and discovery are essential, but nothing exposes gaps in understanding faster than attempting to design a real solution.
I explore broadly before narrowing
Strong outcomes require intentional divergence. I make sure we’ve genuinely explored the space before committing to a direction — the best idea is rarely the first one.
Approach
I see every project as an opportunity to improve, though I have found a few keys to consistent success.
I write to generate ideas
Writing in a stream-of-consciousness format helps me quickly get a broad set of half-formed thoughts onto the page before diving deep.
I sketch to think through problems
Rough sketches allow me to test structure and context before committing to detail. It’s the fastest way to pressure-test an idea and get the team aligned.
I design early to surface unknowns
Research and discovery are essential, but nothing exposes gaps in understanding faster than attempting to design a real solution.
I explore broadly before narrowing
Strong outcomes require intentional divergence. I make sure we’ve genuinely explored the space before committing to a direction — the best idea is rarely the first one.
Experience
I’ve spent 12+ years working across roles and industries, with only one career change (so far).
2021-Now
Blink UX
Design Director
2018-2021
Blink UX
Sr. UX Designer
2017-2018
Redshift Digital
UX Designer
2013-2017
NASA
Sr. UX Designer
2012-2013
Carnegie Mellon University
Master's, HCI
2010-2012
DIRECTV
Software Engineer
2006-2010
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor's, CS
Experience
I’ve spent 12+ years working across roles and industries, with only one career change (so far).
2021-Now
Blink UX
Design Director
2018-2021
Blink UX
Sr. UX Designer
2017-2018
Redshift Digital
UX Designer
2013-2017
NASA
Sr. UX Designer
2012-2013
Carnegie Mellon University
Master's, HCI
2010-2012
DIRECTV
Software Engineer
2006-2010
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor's, CS
Experience
I’ve spent 12+ years working across roles and industries, with only one career change (so far).
2021-Now
Blink UX
Design Director
2018-2021
Blink UX
Sr. UX Designer
2017-2018
Redshift Digital
UX Designer
2013-2017
NASA
Sr. UX Designer
2012-2013
Carnegie Mellon University
Master's, HCI
2010-2012
DIRECTV
Software Engineer
2006-2010
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor's, CS
Experience
I’ve spent 12+ years working across roles and industries, with only one career change (so far).
2021-Now
Blink UX
Design Director
2018-2021
Blink UX
Sr. UX Designer
2017-2018
Redshift Digital
UX Designer
2013-2017
NASA
Sr. UX Designer
2012-2013
Carnegie Mellon University
Master's, HCI
2010-2012
DIRECTV
Software Engineer
2006-2010
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor's, CS
2026 Chris Mueller Design
2026 Chris Mueller Design