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Alex Kauffman is a builder creating accessible systems for teams who give a damn.
Experiments and writing that explore new directions in systems, tools, and product design.
DEAF CREATIVES—6 WAYS AGENCIES CAN CREATE ACCESSIBLE AND INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS
AdAge - 3 min read
Hook Agency highlights six key insights from Alex Kauffman's article published in AdAge.
Hook Article - 1 min read
Utilizing Figma's variable feature for displaying ads to help reduce production time.
LinkedIn - 1 min read
After years in fast-paced agencies, I build for product teams that value systems over asset delivery. I ship visuals, accessibility, and front-end code with a focus on clarity, interaction, and long-term thinking.
Bio
Alex Kauffman is a designer and builder focused on clarity, interaction, and systems thinking. With a BFA in New Media Design from RIT, he applies creative direction and structured logic toward tools that prioritize long-term utility over simple asset delivery.
His focus centers on building accessible, impact-driven systems. He is drawn to challenges that make everyday interactions more inclusive, from human-machine hardware interfaces to complex operational workflows.
Outside of work, Alex spends his time riding dirt bikes, snowboarding, and traveling.
Skills
- Interactive Systems
- Feature Scoping
- Prototyping & Wireframing
- UI/UX Engineering
- Accessibility Design
- Python, SQL
- HTML/CSS
- JavaScript
- Git / GitHub
- Responsive Design
- Agile Workflow
- Design System Architecture
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Systems Thinking
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Fine Arts,
New
Media
Design
GPA: 3.69/4 - Magna Cum Laude
Interests
- Human Factors & Ergonomics
- Structural Design Systems
- Hardware Logic
- Aerospace
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Made by Alex Kauffman