Ryan BeckemeyerAbout, Case Studies, Recent History, Contact

As a designer, I focus on the practical applications of systems and how they foster collaboration and strengthen design communities. My work is rooted in building connections and contributing to global design culture. Through collaborative leadership and an analytical approach, I foster a meaningful and inclusive environment that enables teams to create their best work while contributing to the universal graphic language.

Case Studies


2024NEOGOVPlatform: How does NEOGOV establish a service-based platform with minimal disruption to their customers?
2024NEOGOVRapid growth into new verticals: Understanding the drive of a new cross-section of customers while growing a design team.
2021NEOGOVDesign Systems: Consolidating disparate user experiences to provide customers with a singular brand experience.
2020CarvanaMarketplace: Private party car sales are difficult. How can Carvana help out?  
2020CarvanaDesign Systems: How do products mature into a consistent ecosystem with predictable user experiences?
2018NASA JPLNASA Eyes products were originally developed as kiosks for science centers. How do we optimize them for the web?  
2018WebexConsolidating Cisco’s collaboration portfolio through a new website with a singular brand.
2017MaverickCOPPA compliant iOS app where children could encourage each other through moderated assignments and social challenges.
2017NoiselyResearching asset licensing and starting up a library.

Recent History


2023 – 2025NEOGOVProduct Design Manager, Public Safety
Managed a global team while leading the design of digital products and enterprise solutions in the public sector.
2020 – 2023NEOGOVLead Product Designer
Design leader for Public Safety, HRIS, and design systems.
2019 – 2020CarvanaSenior User Interface Designer
Marketplace experiments, ancillary products, design systems.
2018Moore BoeckDesigner
Product design, art direction, and content strategy for NASA JPL public outreach projects and the Moore Boeck CMS.
2013 – 2017Primitive LogicSenior Design Consultant
Accessible design and modernization initiatives in public utilities. Accounts included San Diego Gas & Electric, SoCalGas, and Southwest Gas.
2011 – 2018Dolores & F-MinusFounder & Principal Designer
Helping organizations develop their product strategy and culture through creative consultation and UX leadership.
2003 — 2011VariousIncludes Brown Shoe Company, Huge, iCrossing, Kelley Blue Book, Lifetime Television, MXM, NBCUniversal, phenomenon, and Rovi.

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