Amazon Black Stories
Amazon Black Stories
amazon.design, Justin James Lopez
Explore the paths of Black designers & creatives, what it took to get where they are, and the impact they are having on the Design industry.Podcast by amazon.design
25 - Joel Okpala
Discover Joel's transition from a background in architecture and urban planning to shaping the future of store design at Amazon. This episode sheds light on the critical issue of diversity in the design sector and the unique challenges faced by Black designers.
Dec 5, 2023
35 min
24 - Tyra Nicole Dumars
Tyra Nicole Dumars, Sr. UX Manager at Amazon, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a chat about being open to failure and trusting your intuition. Let's hear her story!
Nov 7, 2023
29 min
23 - Jessica Fernandez
Jessica Fernandez, Head of Communications Technology, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez for a chat about communication design and finding time for your personal passions. Let's hear her story!
Oct 3, 2023
28 min
22 - Acquille Dunkley
Acquille Dunkley, 3D Visual Artist, joins Media Producer Justin James Lopez for a chat about giving back to your community and raising cultural awareness. Let's hear his story!
Sep 5, 2023
30 min
21 - Michele Washington
Design Strategist and Educator, Michele Washington, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez, to discuss the importance of finding spaces to nurture your grow and learning. Let’s hear her Story!
Aug 1, 2023
31 min
20 - Kenneth Bradley
Naval Officer and Multidisciplinary creator, Kenneth Bradley, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez, to discuss existing in chaos and learning to find balance. Let’s hear his story!
Jul 4, 2023
29 min
19 - Blake Lynch
Director of Culture and Creative Content, Blake Lynch, joins Media Producer Justin James Lopez to discuss rejection and receiving critical feedback. Let's hear his story!
Jun 6, 2023
35 min
18 - Audrey Bennett
Graphic Design Scholar, Audrey Bennett, joins Media Producer, Justin James Lopez, to discuss the importance of representation, RE-presentation, and shifting cultural narratives. Let’s hear her Story!
May 2, 2023
27 min
17 - Teran Evans
Global Head of Brand Design, Teran Evans, joins Media Producer Justin James Lopez to discuss humility and the use of failures as a developmental resource. Let's hear his story!
Apr 4, 2023
36 min
16 - Moses Sun
Multi-disciplinary designer, Moses Sun, meets Media Producer, Justin James Lopez to discuss the importance of keeping an open heart, leaning into ambiguity, and trusting your own instincts. Let's hear his story!
Mar 7, 2023
29 min
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