Daniel SchifanoDaniel Schifano

Daniel Schifano

Head of Product Design

Daniel is a multi faceted designer and design leader with over 10 years of experience in helping companies build and iterate on their products.

His expertise expands across multiple design disciplines including:

  • User Experience
  • Visual Design
  • User Research
  • Product Strategy
  • Lean and Agile Design Methodologies
  • ... and much more

His work has helped to shape solutions for a variety of industries such as housing, blockchain and health.

Daniel's approach to design is thoughtful and iterative. Daniel consistently works with other disciplines to build purposeful products that meet both user and business goals. Daniel also believes in working collaboratively with his team whether that is sketching concepts and flows or leading design strategy with team leads and external stakeholders.

Daniel has always been passionate about teaching by sharing his experience and empowering other designers. He has helped to grow and mentor many new designers in their careers and is now here to do the same for you as the very first Design Instructor at the Zero to Mastery Academy.

Daniel is going to go above and beyond to support you and teach you the skills you need to get hired and have a successful career as a designer.

Daniel is excited to give back to the design community that he has learnt and continues to learn so much from.

Blog posts
7 Amazing UX Design Portfolio Example Websites preview7 Amazing UX Design Portfolio Example Websites preview
7 Amazing UX Design Portfolio Example Websites

Find inspiration from these 7 standout UX designer portfolios. Learn the key elements to include in your own site to attract potential clients and employers

Figma vs Adobe XD: Comparison Guide previewFigma vs Adobe XD: Comparison Guide preview
Figma vs Adobe XD: Comparison Guide

Learn the differences, pros, cons, and pricing in our comprehensive guide to help you select the best design tool for your unique needs and projects.

Google UX Design Certificate Review: Pros, Cons, And More previewGoogle UX Design Certificate Review: Pros, Cons, And More preview
Google UX Design Certificate Review: Pros, Cons, And More

Not sure if the Google UX Design Certification is worth it? Learn from a reviewer with a decade of design experience about its pros, cons, and career impact.

Figma 101 Crash Course: A Beginners Guide previewFigma 101 Crash Course: A Beginners Guide preview
Figma 101 Crash Course: A Beginners Guide

Want to learn Figma but not sure where to start? In this guide, I break down the basics of Figma, so you can understand what everything does + how to use it!

How to Become a Product Designer & Get Hired in 2024 previewHow to Become a Product Designer & Get Hired in 2024 preview
How to Become a Product Designer & Get Hired in 2024

With 300,000+ jobs available and $100,000+ / year salaries, now is a perfect time to become a Product Designer / UI/UX Designer! Here's your step-by-step guide.

Design Handoff Guide (4 Key Steps To Improve Your Current Process) previewDesign Handoff Guide (4 Key Steps To Improve Your Current Process) preview
Design Handoff Guide (4 Key Steps To Improve Your Current Process)

After 10+ years as a Designer, I've made the mistakes so you don't have to. I'll teach you the 4 steps to make your design handoff run as smooth as water!

How to Design UI Elements with Figma's Auto Layout (+ Examples) previewHow to Design UI Elements with Figma's Auto Layout (+ Examples) preview
How to Design UI Elements with Figma's Auto Layout (+ Examples)

What if you could use one tool to auto-adjust your designs, based on screen size - without you having to do anything? That's the beauty of Figma Auto Layout.

The Web Designer Interview: Top 7 Most Important Questions (And Answers) previewThe Web Designer Interview: Top 7 Most Important Questions (And Answers) preview
The Web Designer Interview: Top 7 Most Important Questions (And Answers)

There are 7 essential questions that will be asked at almost every web design interview. Learn the answers they want to hear and lock down that new job!

8 Design Projects (+ Expert Tips) to Improve Your Design Portfolio preview8 Design Projects (+ Expert Tips) to Improve Your Design Portfolio preview
8 Design Projects (+ Expert Tips) to Improve Your Design Portfolio

Want to create a design portfolio that lands clients & gets you hired? Use these 8 design project ideas + tips from a Designer with 10+ years of experience.

5 Reasons Why You Should Use Figma to Supercharge Your Designs preview5 Reasons Why You Should Use Figma to Supercharge Your Designs preview
5 Reasons Why You Should Use Figma to Supercharge Your Designs

As a designer for 9+ years, Figma is now my go-to tool. I'll show you how to use auto layouts, design systems, components, prototyping, the best plugins + more.