Portrait of Zach Dorsett
Portrait of Zach Dorsett
Portrait of Zach Dorsett

About

Hello! I'm Zach, a product-focused UX designer, leader, and educator, focused on creating accessible, meaningful, and lasting digital experiences.


Over the last 10+ years, I've defined and designed websites and mobile apps for a wide array of clientele, leading projects from discovery to launch, and often wearing multiple hats.


My background spans across writing, film, music, and more. I hold an M.S. from NYU's Integrated Digital Media program, as well as dual B.A.s from North Carolina State University in both Creative Writing and Film Studies.


Outside the office, I'm in avid pursuit of all things games, music, and art. I’m always interested in hearing about new opportunities, talking to future collaborators, or just meeting new people, so please don’t hesitate to say hi.

Resume

I’ve been a generalist through my career. I believe that working and learning across industries makes us better designers, communicators, and collaborators.

Work

Associate Director, Design

People Inc. • 2024 - Present

Associate Director, Design

People Inc. • 2024 - Present

Associate Director, Design

People Inc. • 2024 - Present

Associate Director, Design

People Inc. • 2024 - Present

Senior Lead UX Designer

People Inc. • 2021 - 2024

Senior Lead UX Designer

People Inc. • 2021 - 2024

Senior Lead UX Designer

People Inc. • 2021 - 2024

Senior Lead UX Designer

People Inc. • 2021 - 2024

Lead Instructor, UX Design

General Assembly • 2019 - 2021

Lead Instructor, UX Design

General Assembly • 2019 - 2021

Lead Instructor, UX Design

General Assembly • 2019 - 2021

Lead Instructor, UX Design

General Assembly • 2019 - 2021

UX Designer

Occasion Brands • 2018 - 2019

UX Designer

Occasion Brands • 2018 - 2019

UX Designer

Occasion Brands • 2018 - 2019

UX Designer

Occasion Brands • 2018 - 2019

UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2017 - 2018

UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2017 - 2018

UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2017 - 2018

UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2017 - 2018

Associate UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2016 - 2017

Associate UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2016 - 2017

Associate UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2016 - 2017

Associate UX Designer

Mango Concept • 2016 - 2017

Education

M.S. Integrated Digital Media

New York University • 2017

M.S. Integrated Digital Media

New York University • 2017

M.S. Integrated Digital Media

New York University • 2017

M.S. Integrated Digital Media

New York University • 2017

B.A. English

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. English

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. English

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. English

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. Film Studies

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. Film Studies

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. Film Studies

North Carolina State University • 2015

B.A. Film Studies

North Carolina State University • 2015

Testimonials

Testimonials

I've had the pleasure of teaching and mentoring hundreds of designers across the world, from whom I'm fortunate to have received these kind words.

"Zach is an incredible guide — he provides peace during a course that can feel like a rollercoaster. Thank you so much Zach for all of the wisdom you have departed on me."

Gabby

UXDI Student

"Zach is an incredible guide — he provides peace during a course that can feel like a rollercoaster. Thank you so much Zach for all of the wisdom you have departed on me."

Gabby

UXDI Student

"Zach was so helpful and provided amazing feedback and resources. Really glad to have him as one of my instructors, and I would love to take another class taught by him."

Seo Young

UXDI Student

"Zach was so helpful and provided amazing feedback and resources. Really glad to have him as one of my instructors, and I would love to take another class taught by him."

Seo Young

UXDI Student

"Zach was so helpful and provided amazing feedback and resources. Really glad to have him as one of my instructors, and I would love to take another class taught by him."

Seo Young

UXDI Student

"Zach is the ideal teacher; he's knowledgeable, patient, and well-prepared for every lecture."

Clara

UXDI Student

"Zach is the ideal teacher; he's knowledgeable, patient, and well-prepared for every lecture."

Clara

UXDI Student

"Zach is the ideal teacher; he's knowledgeable, patient, and well-prepared for every lecture."

Clara

UXDI Student

"Zach is an awesome mentor! I’ve had several meetings with him so far which have all being amazing and super helpful. Really appreciate the way he provides feedback to me. He is very supportive and is a true professional."

Zahra

Mentee

"Zach is an awesome mentor! I’ve had several meetings with him so far which have all being amazing and super helpful. Really appreciate the way he provides feedback to me. He is very supportive and is a true professional."

Zahra

Mentee

"Zach is an incredible guide — he provides peace during a course that can feel like a rollercoaster. Thank you so much Zach for all of the wisdom you have departed on me."

Gabby

UXDI Student

"Zach is an incredible guide — he provides peace during a course that can feel like a rollercoaster. Thank you so much Zach for all of the wisdom you have departed on me."

Gabby

UXDI Student

"Zach is an amazing instructor. It's clear he is dedicated to his students and to UX. He was able to answer any question I had in a way that I understood."

Gillian

UXDI Student

"Zach is an amazing instructor. It's clear he is dedicated to his students and to UX. He was able to answer any question I had in a way that I understood."

Gillian

UXDI Student

"Zach is incredibly helpful and insightful. I find myself taking notes very often when we meet because he always has such thorough advice & feedback. It's been awesome having such an experienced and thoughtful mentor."

Erica

Mentee

"Zach is incredibly helpful and insightful. I find myself taking notes very often when we meet because he always has such thorough advice & feedback. It's been awesome having such an experienced and thoughtful mentor."

Erica

Mentee

"Zach is incredibly helpful and insightful. I find myself taking notes very often when we meet because he always has such thorough advice & feedback. It's been awesome having such an experienced and thoughtful mentor."

Erica

Mentee

"Zach is incredibly helpful and insightful. I find myself taking notes very often when we meet because he always has such thorough advice & feedback. It's been awesome having such an experienced and thoughtful mentor."

Erica

Mentee

"Zach is incredibly helpful and insightful. I find myself taking notes very often when we meet because he always has such thorough advice & feedback. It's been awesome having such an experienced and thoughtful mentor."

Erica

Mentee

"Zach is an awesome mentor! I’ve had several meetings with him so far which have all being amazing and super helpful. Really appreciate the way he provides feedback to me. He is very supportive and is a true professional."

Zahra

Mentee

"Zach is an awesome mentor! I’ve had several meetings with him so far which have all being amazing and super helpful. Really appreciate the way he provides feedback to me. He is very supportive and is a true professional."

Zahra

Mentee

"Zach is an awesome mentor! I’ve had several meetings with him so far which have all being amazing and super helpful. Really appreciate the way he provides feedback to me. He is very supportive and is a true professional."

Zahra

Mentee

"Zach is an amazing instructor. It's clear he is dedicated to his students and to UX. He was able to answer any question I had in a way that I understood."

Gillian

UXDI Student

"Zach is an amazing instructor. It's clear he is dedicated to his students and to UX. He was able to answer any question I had in a way that I understood."

Gillian

UXDI Student

"Zach is an amazing instructor. It's clear he is dedicated to his students and to UX. He was able to answer any question I had in a way that I understood."

Gillian

UXDI Student

Currently

Currently

I'm probably on to another game, album, and book by now, but I was really digging these while building this portfolio. Games and music are integral parts of my life, and I try to work on them in some form when I can.

Playing

Cover art for videogame The case of the golden idol.
Cover art for videogame The case of the golden idol.
Cover art for videogame The case of the golden idol.

Deadlock

Valve Corporation

Listening

Album art for 10,000 gecs
Album art for 10,000 gecs
Album art for 10,000 gecs

It's a Beautiful place

Water From Your Eyes

Reading

Cover art of book Babel by R. F. Kuang
Cover art of book Babel by R. F. Kuang
Cover art of book Babel by R. F. Kuang

The Way of Kings

Brandon Sanderson

Elsewhere

Let's Chat

Currently, I’m the Associate Director of Design at People Inc. and I mentor new and aspiring UX Designers on the side through ADPList.

I’m always happy to hear about new opportunities, meet potential collaborators, or simply grab a cup of coffee. Reach out anytime. ☻

© 2025 Zach Dorsett

Elsewhere

Let's Chat

Currently, I’m the Associate Director of Design at People Inc. and I mentor new and aspiring UX Designers on the side through ADPList.

I’m always happy to hear about new opportunities, meet potential collaborators, or simply grab a cup of coffee. Reach out anytime. ☻

© 2025 Zach Dorsett

Elsewhere

Let's Chat

Currently, I’m the Associate Director of Design at People Inc. and I mentor new and aspiring UX Designers on the side through ADPList.

I’m always happy to hear about new opportunities, meet potential collaborators, or simply grab a cup of coffee. Reach out anytime. ☻

© 2025 Zach Dorsett