About Chelsea Pyne
Senior Visual Designer, GoodRx
Chelsea Pyne is a magic maker + a risk taker. With design pulsing through her veins, she’s grown her craft and career over the past 15 years—with the privilege of starting in high school. Currently at GoodRx, as Senior Visual Designer, she brings creativity and storytelling to the sometimes bland and complex healthcare world. She uses both of her passions, design and social justice, to delight users in online experiences. Chelsea prides herself on being an adaptable designer going from entertainment, ad agency, music, and tech worlds.
Chelsea Pyne
GoodRx x Chelsea Pyne: Balancing Art and Design
Episode Summary
Even if you don’t believe in kismet, it’s tough to deny that Chelsea Pyne was destined to be creative from the moment her graphic designer dad put her baby picture on the cover of his company’s software packaging. After a close call as a music producer, Chelsea landed her dream job at renowned media and production company SoulPancake, after which she went on to become senior visual designer for GoodRx. In this episode of the podcast, Chelsea shares her thoughts on the differences between art and design and why it’s not only possible but also essential to balance the two. From making “angsty” pop band posters in junior high to navigating mental health challenges mid-career, Chelsea chats about all the ways her feelings have impacted her creativity and vice versa.
Key Takeaways:
We talk about what it’s like to navigate the creative world as an outspoken woman.
Ever wonder how mental health impacts creativity? Chelsea opens up about her journey to becoming a more productive designer.
We learn about Chelsea’s fun creative side project — prepare to be hungry!
Chelsea discusses her affinity for mission-driven companies and her most meaningful projects to date.