The Omni Show OmniFocus UX Designer, Christian Young
Jul 28, 2025
Christian Young, a UX Designer at the Omni Group, shares his unique journey from customer support to design, emphasizing problem-solving in user experience. He discusses the redesign of OmniFocus 4, tackling significant pain points in mobile task management. The conversation highlights the balance between aesthetics and functionality, particularly with Apple’s liquid glass design. Young also delves into the importance of consistency across platforms and understanding diverse user needs, revealing how emotions play a vital role in productivity tools.
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Christian's Unique Career Path
- Christian Young started at Omni in customer support before transitioning to UX design.
- He contributed early ideas for OmniFocus 4 before officially becoming a full-time UX designer.
UX Beyond Aesthetics
- UX design is about structuring an app to make user tasks easier and navigation intuitive.
- OmniFocus 4 improved navigation by making iOS more like the Mac interface, easing user friction.
Start Broad, Iterate Often
- Start design by wireframing broad shapes before focusing on details.
- Iterate constantly to balance features for diverse user needs and avoid clutter.