Dave Snyder, Partner and Head of Design at Siberia, joins Adobe for a lively discussion to explore the opportunities and challenges of managing a predominantly contractor-based design team—building trust, setting expectations, and balancing diverse skill sets. We’ll also discuss the key differences between in-house (tech) and agency design, the evolving role of AI in creativity, and the enduring importance of real-world inspiration.

SPEAKER BIO

David Snyder

Design & Creative Executive

Dave Snyder is an award-winning design and creative executive with over 25 years of experience developing high-performance in-house and agency teams, focused on building modern, multi-billion dollar brands and digital products. His work for brands and companies is wide-ranging, from digital-first, integrated marketing campaigns and content; to immersive interactive experiences in VR and AR; to a long career in e-commerce and digital products including Twitter, Flexport and Slice.

He is driven most by discovering new ways for companies to express their purpose—whether it be a new product vision and narrative, design system, new feature or the micro-interaction of a UI-element. That passion and dedication to craft has allowed him and his teams to move businesses meaningfully forward and win some shiny awards along the way.

LINKS

David Snyder LinkedIN

Siberia Website

Host: Talin Wadsworth - https://www.linkedin.com/in/talinwadsworth/

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About Adobe: Adobe offers groundbreaking technology that empowers everyone, everywhere to imagine, create, and bring any digital experience to life. ⁠www.adobe.com⁠
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