Hailey Nevins

Design leader at Vendia,

previously Oracle and Amazon Web Services.

16+ years

Working in the design industry

8+ years

Mentoring and career coaching

6+ years

In design management

44

Product launches

Featured work

Management Philosophy

Management | Mentorship | Vision & Strategy

My management philosophy emphasizes empowering design teams through trust, autonomy, and accountability. Clear objectives, regular communication, and a supportive environment are key mechanisms for fostering collaboration and innovation. I prioritize learning from mistakes and providing opportunities for growth, resulting in high-performing, self-directed teams.

Vendia Design Org

Case Study | Design Operations | Management | Mentorship | Vision & Strategy

In startups, speed and resource constraints demand an efficient and visible design organization. Our focus was on creating a well-organized team that facilitated rapid access to assets for all departments, ensuring seamless execution of tasks across the company.

Vendia Branding

At Vendia, our distinct product and company culture inspired a branding approach that captures our uniqueness while remaining accessible to all. Our goal was to create a brand identity that resonates with our innovative product and inclusive ethos, inviting everyone to engage with our vision.

Vendia Platform

When I began, Vendia Share was tailored for developers by developers. Through collaborative efforts with our Chief Product Officer and VP of Engineering over the past two years, we’ve transformed it into a no-code platform accessible to users of all skill levels.

Vendia Design System

Vendia recognized the necessity for a design system facilitating both speed and consistency across the design and engineering teams. We implemented a design review process empowering both designers and non-designers to align on branding and product requirements before content shipment, ensuring cohesive outcomes and efficient workflows.

Mentoring & Career Coaching

Mentorship | Management

Utilizing Recursive Thinking, I’ve delivered mentorship and career coaching to 32 designers and over 100 tech professionals, spanning managers, developers, product managers, and tech writers. My mentorship services encompass a comprehensive approach aimed at fostering professional growth and development across diverse roles within the tech industry.

Oracle Self-Service Research

Research | Mentorship | Vision & Strategy

I collaborated closely with the Oracle research team to develop a self-service research program, empowering designers of all levels to conduct their own research. This initiative aimed to democratize the research process, fostering greater autonomy and agility within the design team.

Oracle Design Process

Design Operations | Vision & Strategy

I collaborated extensively with the Oracle Design PM team and a senior lead designer from the finance team to assess our design process thoroughly. Together, we developed a series of milestones designed to streamline workflows and minimize churn for designers. This initiative aimed to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across design projects.

Oracle Design System

Design System | Product Design | Research

I forged partnerships with Oracle product, design, and research teams to conceptualize and develop a signature Oracle component. This component is intended for universal use across all Oracle products, facilitating the collection of user feedback and insights. Our collaborative effort aims to standardize feedback mechanisms, enhancing the overall user experience across the Oracle ecosystem.

Oracle Workforce Management

I spearheaded a team of three designers in researching, evaluating, and designing an updated version of the time card experience. Our collaborative effort focused on enhancing usability and functionality to meet the evolving needs of users.

Oracle Recruiting Cloud

I served as the lead designer on a team of four, tasked with redesigning the end-to-end experience of the Oracle Recruiting Cloud. Our objective was to enhance usability, efficiency, and overall user satisfaction throughout the recruitment process.

Recursive Thinking Platform

The Recursive Thinking group needed a new website to promote our mission and attract talent. It included an online portal for networking and accessing lessons. Our goal was to create a platform for showcasing our mission and fostering engagement within our community.

AWS Route 53 Hosted Zones

In the initial phase of the 4-part Route 53 redesign, I led two research studies and analyzed seven years’ worth of trouble tickets to pinpoint pain points in the Route 53 console. Leveraging the updated Polaris Design System, I designed a new user experience and introduced additional components to the system.

AWS Global Accelerator

Case Study | Platform Design | Product Design | Research | Vision & Strategy

Global Accelerator is a transformative product for enhancing the performance of large-scale projects, provided users grasp its potential. I spearheaded two research studies and utilized data from initial user interviews to design, test, and refine an intuitive experience. Our iterative approach ensured users understood the product and felt confident in their configurations.

AWS Route 53 Resolver

Case Study | Platform Design | Product Design

Resolver, a new feature of Route 53, enabled users to obtain recursive DNS for their Amazon VPC and premises networks. Despite time constraints preventing formal research studies, I collaborated closely with the PM team, Dev team, and Tech writer. Together, we crafted a clear visualization of the product’s functionality and developed a user experience aligned with it, all while leveraging the innovative Polaris Design System.

AWS Cloud Map

Case Study | Platform Design | Product Design

Cloud Map introduced a novel cloud resource discovery service, enabling users to define custom names for application resources and maintain their updated locations dynamically. Collaborating closely with our PM and Dev teams in Vancouver, BC, I crafted a user experience that effectively communicated how to utilize the product. Additionally, I contributed code still integral to the product’s functionality today.

ASD Traffic Source Diagram

Case Study | Product Design | Research

All Star Directories operates over 30 websites, each serving distinct purposes. Despite differing content, some sites share similar flows. However, due to this complexity, few individuals grasp the full ecosystem. At the request of the VP of Product, I undertook a comprehensive study to understand the entire system’s workings. Additionally, I created an artifact to elucidate the ecosystem’s functionality for broader understanding within the company.

ASD Attain

Mobile Design | Product Design | Research

Attain was an R&D mobile application aimed at supporting college students, particularly those returning to education, in staying motivated to achieve their graduation goals. The project incorporated time management, event tracking, motivational encouragement, and gamification elements to aid students in reaching their objectives. Collaborating closely with the VP of Product, I led the creation of the information architecture, user flows, wireframes, and high-fidelity designs for the product.

Visicause Mobile App

I spearheaded the design of the Visicause mobile application through its first three versions and subsequently managed the design of the fourth iteration. Additionally, I served as the front-end developer for the third version. Visicause empowers consumers to discover businesses aligned with their cherished causes.

Kodak Winning Fotos

Case Study | Plugin Design | Product Design

Kodak Winning Foto’s Simple Image Test API enables users to select the superior image from a pair using a single parameter. To streamline their workflow and integrate seamlessly with Office 365 programs, the client sought to develop a Windows Add-in for Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook. The goal was to simplify the current process and enhance user experience within the Office 365 ecosystem.

Visicause Platform

Platform Design | Product Design | Management | Vision & Strategy

The Visicause platform empowered businesses and nonprofits to assess their impact and engage with users, while also ensuring the accuracy and verification of giving data. My team was responsible for designing, testing, and iterating on these portals, tailoring the experiences to meet the needs of leaders in the field.