Jacob Galito | Senior  Designer

As a Senior Product Designer, I've work on more than 10 internal and external projects through various phases including RFPs, discovery, wireframing, high fidelity design, and prototyping. I've also maintained multiple websites using Webflow and Plasmic, and led a small team on 3D projects using three.js, A-frame, and React-three/fiber.

As a Senior Designer, my expertise spanned wireframing, high-fidelity responsive design, interactive prototyping, illustration, and 3D scene creation. I excelled in texture reprojection, UV mapping, and exporting the scene to integration into the react-three/fiber environments. My diverse skill set enabled me to deliver captivating and immersive design solutions for the client's marketing website experience.

As the Creative Director, I spearheaded the design team as the lead Product Designer, driving the exploration of innovative solutions to meet stakeholders' goals. By utilizing wireframing, developing high-fidelity designs, and conducting prototyping, I played a pivotal role in delivering user-centric experiences. Additionally, I leveraged my expertise in creating and optimizing 3D models, UVs, textures, and photogrammetry to enhance augmented reality solutions for web, iOS, and Android platforms. Through my strategic leadership and hands-on approach, I ensured the successful execution of projects that seamlessly merged design excellence with cutting-edge technology.

As a  Mid-level UI Designer, I worked closely with design and development teams to deliver exceptional solutions that aligned with the business goals of internal stakeholders and clients. Through meticulous wireframing, crafting high-fidelity designs, and conducting interactive prototyping, I played a pivotal role in translating complex requirements into visually captivating and intuitive user interfaces. By fostering effective communication and leveraging the expertise of cross-functional teams, I ensured the seamless integration of design and development processes, resulting in the successful realization of innovative and impactful digital experiences.

During my time at Navy Reserve Headquarters, I played a vital role in the organization's communication efforts. As the lead designer for TNR magazine, I designed over 30 issues, ensuring visually captivating layouts and designs. I also managed the Navy Reserve's social media accounts, creating engaging content to inform and connect with the audience. Additionally, I provided photography and videography services for various events, capturing impactful moments. Managing the command photo lab, I conducted official portraits and produced passport photos. Through these multifaceted responsibilities, I actively contributed to the effective communication and visual storytelling initiatives of the Navy Reserve.

During my assignment on the USS Enterprise, I had the opportunity to serve with Navy Cyber Forces, where I excelled in creating captivating layouts, designs, and photography for Info Domain magazine. I also contributed articles, showcasing my versatile writing abilities. This experience enhanced my creative talents and expanded my expertise in Navy communications.

In my role as a mass communication specialist, I excelled in photo and video journalism, content creation, and layout design for the command's daily newspaper, The Shuttle. Additionally, I took charge of managing eight TV stations, creating the command's website, and providing support to the public affairs team in organizing distinguished visitor packages, retirement ceremonies, change of command ceremonies, the 50^th anniversary and its inactivation ceremony.