CRAFTING DESIGN GOODS SINCE 1994
RYAN
MEDEIROS
I'm Ryan Medeiros — a designer, artist, and educator who loves making things, figuring out how they work, and occasionally making a mess along the way.
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I've spent more than 25 years exploring the worlds of design, UX/UI, motion, and technology, and I still get stoked on discovering ways to bring ideas to life.
I've been teaching at the Academy of Art University for over 20 years, including serving as Executive Director of the School of Interaction & UI/UX Design from 2014 to 2019. These days, I teach UX and Motion Graphics as an adjunct professor, helping the next generation of designers find their creative voice. I'm always interested in the intersection of art, design, technology, and storytelling — especially when it gives us an opportunity to try something unexpected.
30K+
Teaching Hours
25+
Years Designing
500+
Satisfied Students
MY LIFE IN FOUR BUCKETS
Design & Animation
Freelance
1997 — Present
My daily routine involves designing and printing my own posters, crafting animations for clients, instructing mobile design and UX courses, and designing products for my Etsy store, Posterdelic.
60s Rock Posters & Posterdelic
Etsy Store
2019 — Present
My father, Walter Medeiros, was a renowned collector and scholar of 1960s rock posters, deeply connected to the psychedelic art scene. My goal is to promote his vast collection and legacy.
Teaching & Curriculum
Adjunct Professor
2010 — Present
For over two decades, I’ve been teaching at the Academy of Art University, where I also served as the Executive Director of the School of Interaction & UI/UX Design from 2014 to 2019.
Fine Art & Screen Printing
Art Practice
2008 — Present
Since 2008, I’ve been creating mixed-media works blending drawing, spray paint, and printing. Inspired by memories of my childhood, my work weaves Cold War themes and graffiti inspired techniques.
EXPERIENCE
Poster Designer / Entrepreneur
Posterdelic
2019 — Present
I built my own business to honor my father’s priceless archive and legacy, launching a 5-star rated online store and now expanding to create my own products inspired by the 1960s and ’70s.
Director, School of Interaction Design
Academy of Art University
2014 — 2019
Full-time Department head and executive administrator. Managed over 15 reports and 30+ part-time instructors. Partnered with Exec. Office on strategic vision, enrollment, and curriculum.
Principal, UI/UX Designer
Ryan Medeiros Design
1997 — 2010
Founded a successful UX/UI company in San Francisco and led a team of designers through the creation of the first online store for worldwide skateboard retailer Deluxe Distribution.
Lead Web Designer
Primo Angeli Inc.
1995 — 1997
Collaborated with legendary designer Primo Angeli and project managers to design and develop websites for both in-house projects and clients. Created animations and illustrations for marketing.
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CONTACT
Looking to collaborate or you need consultation? Feel free to contact me.