About

8+ years of experience helping companies build value & achieve their mission.

With over 8 years of experience in product design, Kirk Draheim focuses on designing intelligent digital products that translate complex technology into clear, human-centered experiences. He has been a leader in design at early-stage startups and growth-stage companies, helping teams shape product direction and deliver intuitive, reliable products used in real-world environments.

Kirk has designed across multiple modalities of AI-powered and data-rich systems, from generative voice and text-based assistants to computer vision–driven media products. As Founding Senior Product Designer at Q Concierge, he is building a multimodal concierge experience for hotels, designing voice and text interfaces and internal operational tools. Previously, at Revl, he designed an AI video editing platform used by consumers, B2B clients, and in a multi-million-dollar joint venture with Audi, exploring how AI and camera systems could augment video with driving data—creating engaging road-trip and performance driving videos alongside functional benefits like safety and security.

At Mighty Buildings, Kirk led a company-wide rebrand during a shift toward a B2B focus, partnering with the executive team to reposition the company as a premium leader in sustainable construction while supporting digital experiences for 3D-printed, carbon-neutral housing.

Grounded in a multidisciplinary foundation of computer science, fine art, and interaction design, Kirk’s approach blends technical understanding with strong design judgment. He believes products should feel clear, trustworthy, and intentional—especially when they operate at scale or intersect with the physical world.

Outside of work, Kirk enjoys playing guitar, learning new instruments, taking improv theatre classes, traveling, and spending time in nature.

Experience

Education

Previously worked with the robotics, automotive, and A.I. industries.

Mighty Buildings

Director of Brand and
Experience Design

2021-2023

Managed the creation of a new website experience, brand identity, strategy, messaging, and company mission statement, in partnership with the C-suite, including competitive research and positioning analysis.

Directed internal creative teams in designing company wide branded internal assets, website, digital marketing materials, uniforms, office/factory design, photography and 3D renders.


Revl

Founding UX/UI Designer

2016-2021

Led end-to-end design of the Revl Camera app, an AI-powered consumer video product that automatically edited driving and adventure footage. Conducted initial primary, secondary, and competitive research.

Designed telemetry-based UI & overlays (speed, G-forces, GPS) to support richer storytelling and data visualization.

Drove design for a multi-million-dollar joint venture with Audi, co-developing consumer-facing and internal products, exploring vehicle-adjacent experiences for driver experience, safety, security, and post-drive insights.

Led product design for Revl Experiences, a B2B AI-assisted editing platform processing thousands of videos per day, reducing edit time from hours to seconds and driving new revenue.

Collaborated with engineering, sales, and operations to deliver consumer and enterprise products at scale.

Partnered with CV/ML and backend teams to define data requirements and ensure high-quality, reliable experiences.


Frog Design

Interaction Designer

2015

Led research and UX design for a mobile app on a client project, included competitive analysis, concepts, wireframes.

Led internal strategy/design for a future public transportation concept with hyper-connected, autonomous vehicles.


Hylo

UX/UI Designer

2014

Led end-to-end design and launch of a multimodal, AI-powered concierge for hotels, creating voice and text user interfaces for bookings, service requests, and support.

Designed guest-facing experiences and internal staff dashboards, improving response times and hotel service workflows.

Partnered with engineering to define UX patterns, system states, and interface requirements for AI-driven experiences.

Conducted early product discovery including primary and secondary user research and competitive analysis with hotel operators, front desk staff, and managers to validate workflows and inform product direction.

Worked from discovery through execution and launch, collaborating closely with engineering and leadership on real-world service workflows.


Working with small to medium size companies to help them build company value through design. I work side by side with founders and executive leadership to generate creative ideas and turn them into reality.

My guidance and hands on approach to product design and brand building help build company value with tangible results.

Redesigned core UI (feed, navigation, community flows) to improve usability and engagement.

Collaborated directly with the CEO and engineering to ship a new design system under tight deadlines.

Worked closely with engineers to refine components, improve performance, and ensure high-quality implementation across core flows.

Educated in design by top industry professionals from Frog, IDEO, Meta, Google X, Twitter, Nike.

Q Concierge

Founding UX/UI Designer /
VP Design

2023-2025

Draheim Consulting

UX/UI + Marketing Consultant

2023-2025


California College of the Arts

Interaction Design BFA

2013-2016

Graduated with distinction from CCA, receiving a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Interaction Design.

Trained by educators that work at major companies around the Bay Area. Curiculum includes courses in Design Research, Visual Design, Experience Design, Systems Design, Storytelling, Wearables, Object & Spatial design, Cognitive Science, Programming, and Sustainable Design.

Activities and societies: CCA sponsored Workday design sprint team


Completed three years of study, initially majoring in Computer Science and later switching to Fine Art. Additionally, I took courses in social sciences, including anthropology, psychology, sociology, and economics.

Sonoma State University

Computer Science + Art

2010-2013