Alex Cornell

Join the podcast with Alex Cornell, where he delves into communication, storytelling in design, and his journey from video production to design. Discover his startup Cocoon, the precision in his work, generative AI at Meta, and more. Explore his wild videos at Facebook, lessons from designing mobile apps, and the mental models he uses for narratives. Dive into his favorite fonts, type foundries, and the challenges of transitioning to new mediums in design.

Join us as we chat with Alex Cornell, Director of Design at Meta AI, about lessons from designing at top tech companies, the future of interface design with generative AI, and tips for anyone looking to start learning design. Discover insights on balancing long-term vision with short-term goals and how AI influences personal life. A must-listen for design enthusiasts!

Sachin Monga, Co-founder and CEO of Cocoon, teamed up with Alex Cornell, its designer and former Facebook Live team member, to create a private social networking app. They discuss their motivation for building an intimate platform amid privacy concerns in social media. The duo shares insights on the importance of a strong domain name for trust, the challenges of competing with giants, and their unique ad-free monetization model. Innovative features like virtual acknowledgments aim to deepen friendships, showing their commitment to fostering authentic connections.