Intro
I’m Zion Brooks, a product designer and front-end engineer from Toronto. My expertise lies in developing visually compelling and user-focused digital experiences, blending aesthetics with functionality to create seamless online interactions. With a background in UI/UX, web development, and product strategy, I specialise in crafting scalable SaaS solutions, digital toolkits, and high-converting interfaces.
My journey began in freelance design, evolving into leading UX roles at tech firms before launching my own suite of digital products. Today, I focus on bridging design and technology to help creators and businesses thrive in the digital landscape.
Projects
Experience
Founder & Lead Designer
March '22 - Present
Loom
Toronto, ON
Founded Loom, a digital agency dedicated to helping content creators, entrepreneurs, and digital-first brands build sleek, high-converting web experiences. Specializes in crafting interactive, conversion-optimized sites designed to help creators monetize their work, engage audiences, and scale their online presence.
Founder & Lead Designer
March '22 - Present
Loom
Toronto, ON
Founded Loom, a digital agency dedicated to helping content creators, entrepreneurs, and digital-first brands build sleek, high-converting web experiences. Specializes in crafting interactive, conversion-optimized sites designed to help creators monetize their work, engage audiences, and scale their online presence.
Founder & Lead Designer
March '22 - Present
Loom
Toronto, ON
Founded Loom, a digital agency dedicated to helping content creators, entrepreneurs, and digital-first brands build sleek, high-converting web experiences. Specializes in crafting interactive, conversion-optimized sites designed to help creators monetize their work, engage audiences, and scale their online presence.
Founder & Lead Designer
March '22 - Present
Loom
Toronto, ON
Founded Loom, a digital agency dedicated to helping content creators, entrepreneurs, and digital-first brands build sleek, high-converting web experiences. Specializes in crafting interactive, conversion-optimized sites designed to help creators monetize their work, engage audiences, and scale their online presence.
Senior Product Designer
June '20 - Feb '22
Netflix
Toronto, ON (Remote)
Played a key role in conceptualizing and developing Netflix Social Connect, a second-screen app designed to integrate community engagement into the streaming experience. The project introduced real-time discussions and interactive elements, bridging the gap between content and audience engagement.
Senior Product Designer
June '20 - Feb '22
Netflix
Toronto, ON (Remote)
Played a key role in conceptualizing and developing Netflix Social Connect, a second-screen app designed to integrate community engagement into the streaming experience. The project introduced real-time discussions and interactive elements, bridging the gap between content and audience engagement.
Senior Product Designer
June '20 - Feb '22
Netflix
Toronto, ON (Remote)
Played a key role in conceptualizing and developing Netflix Social Connect, a second-screen app designed to integrate community engagement into the streaming experience. The project introduced real-time discussions and interactive elements, bridging the gap between content and audience engagement.
Senior Product Designer
June '20 - Feb '22
Netflix
Toronto, ON (Remote)
Played a key role in conceptualizing and developing Netflix Social Connect, a second-screen app designed to integrate community engagement into the streaming experience. The project introduced real-time discussions and interactive elements, bridging the gap between content and audience engagement.
UX/UI Designer
Sep '18 - May '20
Spotify
New York, NY
Led the Profile Plus redesign initiative, transforming static user profiles into interactive social hubs. The focus was on boosting engagement with real-time features like listening parties and in-app discussions, creating a more immersive and personalized streaming experience.
UX/UI Designer
Sep '18 - May '20
Spotify
New York, NY
Led the Profile Plus redesign initiative, transforming static user profiles into interactive social hubs. The focus was on boosting engagement with real-time features like listening parties and in-app discussions, creating a more immersive and personalized streaming experience.
UX/UI Designer
Sep '18 - May '20
Spotify
New York, NY
Led the Profile Plus redesign initiative, transforming static user profiles into interactive social hubs. The focus was on boosting engagement with real-time features like listening parties and in-app discussions, creating a more immersive and personalized streaming experience.
UX/UI Designer
Sep '18 - May '20
Spotify
New York, NY
Led the Profile Plus redesign initiative, transforming static user profiles into interactive social hubs. The focus was on boosting engagement with real-time features like listening parties and in-app discussions, creating a more immersive and personalized streaming experience.
Education
Master of Science in Computer Science
Sep '17 - Jun '18
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
Specialized in software development and UX/UI design. Conducted research on scalable design systems and their impact on user experience. Graduated with distinction.
Master of Science in Computer Science
Sep '17 - Jun '18
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
Specialized in software development and UX/UI design. Conducted research on scalable design systems and their impact on user experience. Graduated with distinction.
Master of Science in Computer Science
Sep '17 - Jun '18
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
Specialized in software development and UX/UI design. Conducted research on scalable design systems and their impact on user experience. Graduated with distinction.
Master of Science in Computer Science
Sep '17 - Jun '18
University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
Specialized in software development and UX/UI design. Conducted research on scalable design systems and their impact on user experience. Graduated with distinction.
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Sep '14 - Jun '17
York University
Toronto, ON
Graduated with honors. Relevant coursework included Advanced Algorithms, Web Development, and User Interface Design.
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Sep '14 - Jun '17
York University
Toronto, ON
Graduated with honors. Relevant coursework included Advanced Algorithms, Web Development, and User Interface Design.
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Sep '14 - Jun '17
York University
Toronto, ON
Graduated with honors. Relevant coursework included Advanced Algorithms, Web Development, and User Interface Design.
Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering
Sep '14 - Jun '17
York University
Toronto, ON
Graduated with honors. Relevant coursework included Advanced Algorithms, Web Development, and User Interface Design.
License & Certification
Figma Certified Design Specialist
Issued 2021
Figma Certified Design Specialist
Issued 2021
Figma Certified Design Specialist
Issued 2021
Figma Certified Design Specialist
Issued 2021
Google UX Design Certificate
Issued 2021
Google UX Design Certificate
Issued 2021
Google UX Design Certificate
Issued 2021
Google UX Design Certificate
Issued 2021
Testimonials
Maya Caldwell
Lead Engineer at Netflix, managed Zion directly
"Zion's expertise in UX/UI and product strategy was instrumental in bringing Netflix Social Connect to life. His ability to blend functionality with seamless design elevated our user experience, making collaboration effortless."
Maya Caldwell
Lead Engineer at Netflix, managed Zion directly
"Zion's expertise in UX/UI and product strategy was instrumental in bringing Netflix Social Connect to life. His ability to blend functionality with seamless design elevated our user experience, making collaboration effortless."
Maya Caldwell
Lead Engineer at Netflix, managed Zion directly
"Zion's expertise in UX/UI and product strategy was instrumental in bringing Netflix Social Connect to life. His ability to blend functionality with seamless design elevated our user experience, making collaboration effortless."
Maya Caldwell
Lead Engineer at Netflix, managed Zion directly
"Zion's expertise in UX/UI and product strategy was instrumental in bringing Netflix Social Connect to life. His ability to blend functionality with seamless design elevated our user experience, making collaboration effortless."
Kai Liu
Junior Software Engineer at Spotify, worked with Zion on the same team
"Working with Zion on the Profile Plus redesign was an incredible experience. His vision for a more interactive and personalized user profile completely transformed how listeners engage on Spotify."
Kai Liu
Junior Software Engineer at Spotify, worked with Zion on the same team
"Working with Zion on the Profile Plus redesign was an incredible experience. His vision for a more interactive and personalized user profile completely transformed how listeners engage on Spotify."
Kai Liu
Junior Software Engineer at Spotify, worked with Zion on the same team
"Working with Zion on the Profile Plus redesign was an incredible experience. His vision for a more interactive and personalized user profile completely transformed how listeners engage on Spotify."
Kai Liu
Junior Software Engineer at Spotify, worked with Zion on the same team
"Working with Zion on the Profile Plus redesign was an incredible experience. His vision for a more interactive and personalized user profile completely transformed how listeners engage on Spotify."
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