Adam Polselli
Director of Product Design, Home at Instagram
Professional Overview
Adam Polselli is an accomplished product design leader with over a decade of experience in the technology industry. He currently serves as the Director of Product Design, Home at Instagram, where he oversees the design strategy and execution for the platform's home experience. Polselli's expertise spans product design, user experience, and design leadership, with a strong focus on building innovative and user-centric digital solutions.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of Product Design, Home at Instagram, Polselli is responsible for leading the design team and shaping the strategic vision for the platform's core home experience. In this role, he collaborates closely with cross-functional stakeholders to drive the design and development of features that enhance user engagement and satisfaction. Polselli's ability to translate complex product requirements into elegant, intuitive designs has been instrumental in driving the continued growth and evolution of Instagram's home experience.
Career Progression
Polselli's career has been marked by a steady progression of design leadership roles, each contributing to his extensive expertise. Prior to his current position, he served as the Director of Product Design for Creators & Reels at Instagram, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the design strategy for the platform's content creation and sharing features. Before that, he held the position of Director of Product Design for Reels, overseeing the design and development of Instagram's short-form video feature.
Earlier in his career, Polselli held design roles at Dropbox, where he made significant contributions to the company's product design initiatives, and Rdio, a pioneering music streaming service. Throughout his career, Polselli has demonstrated a strong ability to drive innovation, lead high-performing design teams, and deliver impactful solutions that address user needs and drive business success.
Academic Background
Polselli holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interaction Design from the California College of the Arts, where he developed a deep understanding of human-centered design principles and their application in the digital landscape.
Areas of Expertise
- Product design and user experience
- Design strategy and vision development
- Design team leadership and mentorship
- Collaboration with cross-functional teams
- User research and data-driven design
- Mobile app and web-based product design
- Design system development and implementation
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Instagram, Polselli has played a pivotal role in shaping the design of the platform's core home experience, driving user engagement and satisfaction. He has led the design team in the development of innovative features that have been widely adopted by the Instagram community. Polselli's contributions have been instrumental in positioning Instagram as a leading social media platform with a visually compelling and user-centric experience.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, design expertise, and collaborative leadership approach, Adam Polselli is well-positioned to continue driving the evolution of Instagram's home experience and elevating the platform's design standards. His passion for creating intuitive and engaging digital solutions, coupled with his strong industry knowledge, make him a valuable asset to the Instagram team and the broader technology landscape.
