Hello, I’m Brian Parsons, a design leader that empowers my teams to design human centered products that everyone can enjoy using.
Companies
Sony PlayStation
Nike
Cinnabon
What Coworkers Say
Andrew M. - Senior Manager, QA
“Brian's interactions with Executive Sponsors are particularly impressive. He not only communicated our successes effectively but also motivated executives to take action and share in the excitement of ABLE's initiatives. His communication skills and ability to engage with senior leadership are a model for how I think it should be done…. One of Brian's most significant contributions has been uniting the ABLE leadership team. Despite spanning multiple continents and business units with varying priorities, Brian's clear and consistent communication, goal setting, and persistence have enabled us to operate as a cohesive unit. His leadership has been a key factor in our success.”
Rose L. - UX Designer
“Brian is one of the most competent coworkers I’ve had the privilege to work with. He’s very knowledgeable and passionate about UX as it relates to design, accessibility and inclusivity. I’ve seen him successfully lead and engage others during the pandemic to bring people together and learn about the many facets of accessibility we need to consider when making a product or feature - this was no easy feat, but he did it in a way that was fun and interesting to participants.”
Rohith R. - Senior UX Researcher
“Brian Parsons is an accomplished, highly skilled UX designer who not only understands universal design principles but consistently applies them across his projects. Nearly every accessibility feature on the PS5 has Brian’s imprint, earning numerous global design awards. In addition to being a talented designer, Brian is a great researcher, adept at gathering and interpreting real user data.
Brian excels at thinking beyond his immediate context and enabling others. He has created onboarding materials, UI guidelines, and training courses for all UX practitioners at SIE, elevating the entire organization and leaving a lasting positive impact…. Brian is an enabler, genuinely invested in the growth of those around him, and this makes him an excellent leader.”
Outside of Work
Family First
Being a great dad has been a goal of mine since I was in 5th grade. I am always trying to find fun and adventurous trips and experiences for my family. Whether it’s train spotting at local playgrounds in the Bay Area to zip lining in Montreal or white water rafting in the Trinity Alps, we are always on the lookout for something new and exciting to do
Brian cooking food for his family at Benihana’s “Be the Chef for a Day”
Brian at the immersive teamLab art experience
My Hobbies - Experiencing & Exploring
Nothing excites me more than trying out new experiences and seeing the world through someone else’s perspective. I’m always exploring new places and experiences. Being a chef for a day at Benihana was extremely chaotic, even for someone who enjoys cooking at home. Walking through another designer’s immersive and interactive artwork in Tokyo humbled my own abilities as a creative professional while also inspiring me to build better experiences for everyone. I truly believe my obsession with trying new things and gathering as many viewpoints as possible is what led me to a career in UX where curiosity and empathy are keys to success.