Hi, I’m Sam Grise
/ sæm ɡraɪs /
I’m so glad you’re here!
I’m a highly collaborative & empathetic Product Designer who is skilled at listening to users & turning their needs into business outcomes. I truly love working with a broad range of individuals. I believe that communication and understanding are at the heart of great design.
I have over 5 years of design experience and have worked in fintech and ecommerce. I hold a Masters in Digital Media Design from Harvard and a BA from the University of Vermont. I constantly seek out new skills to add to my deck.
Outside of work I love being outdoors & bringing the outdoors inside with tons of plants from paphiopedilums to monstera. I love walks in the woods, stand up paddle boarding with my dog, skiing, salsa dancing, or simply a good movie or book.
If you’re interested in my work or just want to talk about plants, I’d love to connect!
SamGrise42@gmail.com
Dog Mom to Takeo
He’s the happiest neediest goofiest fuzzy butt, who joins me on runs and for swims.
Cat Mom to Emmy & Bubbles
I somehow seem to find puppy cats… i.e. happy go lucky cats that play fetch.
What I’m reading now
Tress of the Emerald Sea is such a joyful read. It’s a beautiful fantasy/sci fi in which the girl saves the guy.
Brandon Sanderson wrote it for his wife. When they watched Princess Bride together his wife wished Buttercup had been more active in the story.
What I’m listening to
Daði Freyr is Icelandic musician living in Berlin. He has a fun and funky style. He competed in Eurovision in 2021.
Kudos
“It was enjoyable working with you. … [Y]ou naturally took the project manager role. You made sure there's clear communication and that we're moving in the right direction. You have the eye for UI.“
-Bassam CEO & Founder of Chedar.io
Employee of the Month - August 2021
“… I have seen the non exhaustive patience Sam constantly exhibits with myself and all her coworkers through stressful projects, accidental mistakes, and any delays. … Her work is always flawless and her organizational method of keeping track of all assets, projects and people is intimidatingly impressive. …
[W]hen tensions have been high and deadlines plentiful, Sam’s calm and consistent professionalism paired with a friendly smile makes her more than deserving of [Employee] of the Month”
-Coworker
Employee of the Year - 2020
“Sam always produces quality work with wonderful creativity… She’s open to feedback and has a wonderful attitude. She even starred in one of our featured [brand] emails showing the joys of wearing PJs all day. That’s definitely going above and beyond!”
-Coworker
Employee of the Month - March 2020
From UX to Video to Graphics
Whatever it is, the way you tell your story makes all the difference