Father, Husband, Lifelong Learner.
Hi, My Name Is
Songs in the Key of Life
Growing up in the Bay Area, I absorbed a mix of cultures and aesthetics that still shape my work.
Music was my first love. I started DJing in middle school and producing sample-based music in high school. I learned to find harmony by layering separate elements into a cohesive piece.
My design approach is rooted in those early lessons in rhythm and structure, my multi-industry background, and life experiences.
Allow me to reintroduce myself…
I returned to school later in life to study visual communications.
To support my family, I bartended and drove for rideshare services. Those rides introduced me to UX through conversations with designers and investors.
I began studying cognitive behavioral psychology, universal practices and principles, and mental models outside of school to understand how people use products. This path led me to my first UX role in Fintech.
To further my knowledge, I began attending Designer Fund workshops where I learned about the business side of design, habits of high-performing teams, and how to give effective feedback. These workshops helped me become a more impactful designer and cross-functional partner.
Behind the Boards
I've placed music in Ads, Film, and TV.
I've designed shoes that I own.
My wife and I own a flower shop in San Francisco.
These creative outlets allow me to explore design beyond digital spaces.
One mic, many voices
Phil Dwyer
Head of Mobile Experience | Workday
One of the most thoughtful, conscientious designers I’ve encountered. His hands-on approach, relentless curiosity, and strong user advocacy make him an invaluable asset to any team. He’s never afraid to ask the right questions, ensuring a deeper understanding that leads to well-informed and impactful designs.
Molly Green
UX Design Manager | Workday
He was a team player and did what it took to deliver to deadline, delivering designs that drew inspiration from the wider mobile landscape while also taking into consideration local technical constraints. He was also one of the rare designers who easily kept accessibility concerns top of mind.
Dhruv Bagai
Mobile Product Management | Workday
His attention to detail consistently elevated the quality of the work, and his thoughtful approach to design ensured that user needs were always at the forefront. I especially appreciated how process-driven Durojaiye was, and his ability to bring structure and clarity to ambiguous problems made collaboration smoother and more effective.
Leanne Shepel
Principal Experience Designer | First Republic Bank
Durojaiye listens and takes initiative in identifying problems, simplifies complexity, and partners well with cross-functioning teams to make quality experiences. I’ve seen him take initiative to pivot the design when technical or time limitations surfaced.