ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Joshua Roy (yes, I have two first names), but you can call me, Josh! My motivation for design is deeply rooted in scarring personal frustrations using outdated technology, programs, and methodologies in today's technologically advanced world. I belive that if it is possible to develop processes that are simple and effecient, then let it be so!

I’m currently transitioning into the User Interface and User Experience Design (UI/UXD) career field. Prior to, I served 5 and a half years in the United States Navy and now part-time in the United States Navy Reserves. But before I go on, I know what you’re thinking. Believe it or not, my love for UI/UXD did not truly blossom until I started serving in the Navy. I know, it sounds weird, but here me out.

The world’s finest Navy fleeting with the world’s finest naval warships are fitted with 90’s, and dare I say 80’s, technology and programs. Basic functions like multi select, scroll zoom, dragging a map, SAVING A DOCUMENT, A POWER BUTTON, were either non-exisistent on not functional. Machines that really should only take 2 minutes max to turn on took 20 minutes. I was so frustrated trying to do my job well, when the only thing that prolonged my success were poorly designed programs. What was more frustrating was that I could not and should not fix it because, "if it isn’t broke, don’t fix it.” For 5 and a half years, my want and desire to build and create simple solutions grew. I just wanted to do my job.

Although serving in the military may not directly correlate to the UI/UXD field, I was fortunate to have gained skills and views that are applicable to UI/UXD. I value people’s needs and desires, because they are the source of the vitality and morality of any team or company. I emphasize efficiency and fluidity because it is absolutely indispensable for task completion in a high-tempo, ever-changing environment. I embrace diversity with an inclusionary vision, in light of the fact that every leader, manager, and worker thrive differently, and with effort, can function together effortlessly. And I care about equity and accessibility, because no one should be denied the right to be heard based on their race, religion, and class.

I try my best to take steps towards being a better UI/UX designer. I take two steps forward, and sometimes it takes me three steps back. That’s fine. I am still learning, growing, and soaking knowledge. The key here, for me, is persistance and consistancy.

Aside from pushing pixels, you can find me spending quality time with my wife and three kids, enjoying the outdoors, indulging in local cuisine, dabbling in calisthenics, photography, reading a book, and growing my YouTube channel.