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A little about me.

Background

Art and design have shaped my life since high school at Harrison School for the Arts. My fine arts studies there, followed by Digital Arts & Design at Full Sail University, grounded me in composition, color, and craft. That perspective helps me adapt to different teams, disciplines, and design challenges.

Since joining The Walt Disney Company in 2019, I’ve grown from designing tools for Cast Members to shaping digital experiences for Disney Parks Blog and Disney Experiences. I’m now pursuing a master’s degree in User Experience Design at Kent State University to deepen the research and strategy behind my work.

Jen Newsome

Philosophy

I believe great design emerges from the intersection of user needs, business goals, and technical possibilities.

In practice

Approach

My approach centers on empathy, systems thinking, and iterative refinement. I’m a strong advocate for letting data guide design direction, using user research and behavioral insights to challenge assumptions and refine decisions.

I also bring a product management mindset, using user and business data to help shape strategy and priorities. This keeps my work grounded in objective evidence and three guiding principles: context, continuity, and consistency.

Focus areas

  • Data-Driven Design
  • User Research
  • Accessibility
  • Product Strategy

Outside of work

Life beyond the screen.

Outside of work, I love dance and Pilates classes, playing soccer, and going to concerts or music festivals. I’m always up for a Disney day, a good PS5 gaming session, or movie night at home with my husband and cats.