Josh McCray

I'm a Senior Product Designer with over a decade of experience creating exceptional digital experiences across e-commerce, nonprofit, and early-stage tech sectors. Currently at Come Near, I'm focused on raising meaningful public conversations through thoughtfully designed digital products. My journey has taken me from designing high-traffic e-commerce experiences at Jockey International to leading product design initiatives at Compassion International, where I developed new product experiences that connect people with meaningful causes.

With a passion for visual design and branding, I specialize in crafting cohesive product experiences that balance user needs with business objectives. My approach combines deep user empathy with technical expertise—I believe the best design solutions emerge when designers understand both the human experience and the technical constraints. Having led design teams and worked alongside developers throughout my career, I excel at bridging the gap between design vision and technical implementation.

What sets me apart is my hybrid skill set: I'm equally comfortable conducting user research, creating high-fidelity designs, and writing front-end code. I've built and maintained design systems, led UX teams, and mentored emerging designers and developers through programs like Out of Office Hours. I also taught Interactive Design at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, sharing my passion for creating intuitive, user-centered digital experiences with the next generation of designers.