Becky Yaeger

Designer by trade, creator by nature

Sup! I'm Becky - a product designer with 10+ years of experience creating thoughtful, human-centered solutions. Whether I’m designing for millions or tinkering after hours, my goal is the same: make things that matter.

I grew up in Rochester, NY, always making things - drawing, building, experimenting - and that creative energy never left. These days, you’ll find me leading design projects, mentoring fellow designers, and staying curious.

My methodoloy

Functionality meets delight

I believe design has the power to improve people's lives—whether it's through practical, thoughtful UI or by creating engaging, entertaining experiences. I use research, data, and industry best practices to make sure my designs are not only functional, but also enjoyable to use.

Experience

10+ Years

Lead Product Designer, ESPN Sports Design

Leads the Watch experience across the ESPN ecosystem, overseeing multiple designers. Collaborates with product and engineering, as well as parallel design teams within Disney to create seamless and engaging streaming experiences.

The Walt Disney Company | September 2024 - Present

Senior Product Designer, ESPN Sports Design

Co-led commerce and account management enhancements in preparation for ESPN’s 2025 Flagship launch. Led the Nav refresh for TV devices. Collaborated with research, engineering, and product to create wholistic design solutions. 

The Walt Disney Company | March 2022 - September 2024

UX Designer, App & Web

Led the redesign of the app Registry experience across Bed Bath & Beyond and buybuyBaby. Collaborated with content, copy, UX, and marketing teams for seamless execution that better reflected the brand marketing and tone.  

Bed Bath & Beyond | November 2021 - March 2022

User Experience Designer Level II

Led the redesign of time tracking admin software. Gathered insights from user research, usability testing, and UX benchmarks to identify needs and create high-quality, user-centered designs. 

Paychex, Inc. | October 2020 - October 2021

Senior User Experience Designer

Co-led design and user research strategy for various projects - including recipe pages, store locator, and hub pages. Mentored the design team by reviewing prototypes, hosting design reviews, assisting with final design handoff.

Total Wine & More | May 2020 - October 2020

User Experience Designer

Total Wine & More | May 2018 - October 2020

User Experience Design Intern

Created and tested content for smart games and connected products. Designed marketing materials for the website, social, and marketing campaigns. Supported the UI/UX team by developing a landing page for a new game launch.

Workinman Interactive | January 2018 - May 2018

Visual Design Intern (UI/UX)

Provided end-to-end support to a UI/UX team by collaborating on visual designs, edge case creation and documentation, and implementing client feedback. Some of the brands I worked with included eBay, PlayStation, and Hennessy. 

Odopod, a Nurun Company | June 2017 - August 2017

Creative Services Intern

Created an awareness marketing campaign for a major local client - The Strong Museum of Play. Supported the in-house creative team with asset creation for various clients. 

Butler/Till | June 2016 - August 2016

Key Skills

Design Systems

Visual Design

Education

Rochester Institute of Technology '18

New Media Design, BFA

Advertising & PR Immersion

Summa Cum Laude

4.0 GPA

Volunteering

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY

Women+Tech BERG, Communication Co-Chair

W+T's mission is to help women in Tech throughout Disney strengthen and further their career through networking, workshops, and events. The communication team helps promote and share these events and manage member subcriptions. 

RIT NEW MEDIA CLUB

Student Portfolio Reviewer

Each semester, alumni provide feedback on student portfolios and conduct mock interviews. As a former New Media student at RIT, I found these events extremely valuable.

Fun facts

I'm a Lefty

Plant Mom

2025 Becky (Drexler) Yaeger