I’m an independent product designer with 10+ years of experience working with everything from big tech to startups. I spent most of my career in Silicon Valley and now split my time between New York and Seoul, always chasing new challenges and meaningful projects.

I started out studying Industrial Design at Carnegie Mellon because I’ve always been fascinated by how people live - how they interact with products, spaces, and systems. I loved breaking down everyday problems and turning them into thoughtful, practical solutions.

That curiosity naturally led me to UX and product design. It felt like the perfect way to keep doing what I loved: understanding people, simplifying complexity, and building experiences that genuinely make life better. Since then, I’ve worked across industries like social networks, healthcare, AI, fintech, and commerce, turning big, messy problems into simple experiences.

I’m always interested in learning about new projects and problems to solve. Feel free to reach out at chelsea.hj.kim@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn. Let’s chat!

I'm an independent product designer with over 10 years of experience working with companies ranging from big tech to emerging startups. I've spent most of my time in Silicon Valley and now splitting my time between New York and Seoul.

I’m passionate about designing thoughtful, intuitive products that bring positivity to our lives. I focus on identifying everyday challenges and turning them into solutions that genuinely enhance our experiences and well-being.

Feel free to reach out at chelsea.hj.kim@gmail.com or connect with me on LinkedIn!

I love cooking and baking dishes from all around the world, constantly experimenting with new recipes and techniques. Decorating cakes is especially fun, and I enjoy creating my own recipes and bringing fresh ideas to the table.

I love cooking and baking dishes from all around the world, constantly experimenting with new recipes and techniques. Decorating cakes is especially fun, and I enjoy creating my own recipes and bringing fresh ideas to the table.

I love anything hands-on and creative. Whether it’s pottery, oil painting, Korean sumuk & minhwa painting, or photography, I find joy in bringing ideas to life through art. I also love sharing that joy by gifting my creations to friends and family.

I love anything hands-on and creative. Whether it’s pottery, oil painting, Korean sumuk & minhwa painting, or photography, I find joy in bringing ideas to life through art. I also love sharing that joy by gifting my creations to friends and family.