Karl Haas on Anthro to UX with Matt Artz

In this episode of the Anthro to UX podcast, Karl Haas speaks with Matt Artz about his UX journey, ethnomusicology,  the importance of effective UX writing, and his upcoming talk at the UX Writers Conference. Karl earned a Ph.D. in Ethnomusicology from Boston University and works as a UX Writer for the Weather Channel.About Karl HaasKarl J. Haas, Ph.D. is a UX writer and researcher with a background in ethnography and the arts. He is currently a UX writer at The Weather Channel and content strategist for RebelBase, an EdTech startup. An ethnomusicologist by training, he has studied music and culture in Ghana, West Africa, and has taught at institutions such as MIT, Middlebury College, and Berklee College of Music.Recommended LinksKarl Haas on LinkedInKarl Haas's websiteUX Writers ConferenceAbout Anthro to UXThe Anthro to UX podcast is for anthropologists looking to break into user experience (UX) research. Through conversations with leading anthropologists working in UX, you will learn firsthand how others made the transition, what they learned along the way, and what they would do differently. We will also discuss what it means to do UX research from a practical perspective and what you need to do to prepare a resume and portfolio. It is hosted by Matt Artz (https://mattartz.me), a business anthropologist specializing in design anthropology and working at the intersection of product management, user experience, and business strategy. To learn more about the podcast and career coaching services, please visit Anthro to UX (https://anthropologytoux.com).