About
Highly organized and conscientious UX / Product Designer with 5+ years of progressive experience, adept at transforming complex requirements into intuitive digital products. Proven ability to lead AI-driven design initiatives, contribute to the development of robust design systems, and manage high-stakes stakeholder relationships within fast-paced, creative technology environments. Passionate about leveraging design and technology to deliver impactful user experiences.
Work
LexisNexis
|Product Designer
London, England
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Summary
Leads the design and development of an AI Assistant and proprietary design system for a Microsoft Word Add-in, enhancing component reuse across development teams.
Highlights
Spearheaded the design of an AI Assistant for Create+, a Microsoft Word Add-in, enabling real-time drafting support for legal professionals.
Contributed to the development of a proprietary storybook utilizing Microsoft's Design System, Fluent, significantly enhancing component reuse across multiple development teams.
Executed the solo redesign and rebrand of a critical web product within the Lexis+ News portfolio, enhancing user engagement and brand consistency.
FIDO Tech
|Junior Developer
Cambridge, England
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Summary
Developed a Salesforce application for AppExchange release and contributed to the codebase, leveraging Python for task automation within an Agile Scrum framework.
Highlights
Developed a Salesforce application for release on the AppExchange, enhancing platform functionality and market reach.
Contributed to the core codebase, utilizing Python to automate tasks and manipulate data, improving development efficiency.
Practiced Agile Scrum methodology with 3-week sprints, ensuring rapid iteration and timely delivery of software features.
Developed and delivered comprehensive reports to clients using Google Data Studio, translating complex data into clear visualizations for clients.
FunTech
|Virtual Summer Camp Assistant
Remote, England
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Summary
Provided remote instruction in Scratch coding and Minecraft with Mods to classes of up to 8 children (ages 6-12) via WebEx during Covid.
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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Summary
Supported the Multi-Screen Services Director by managing event logistics, demonstrating advanced audio technology, and creating demo content for high-profile industry events.
Highlights
Managed event planning and logistics for the Multi-Screen Services Director, ensuring seamless execution for client engagements.
Demonstrated Dolby's cutting-edge audio technology (AC-4, Dolby Atmos) to potential clients, contributing to business development efforts.
Designed and created demo content using command line executions, coordinating with the Consumer Entertainment Group for new product showcases.
Represented Dolby at international industry events, including an HbbTV summit in Berlin and an SVG Europe Event in Manchester, showcasing proprietary technology.
Education
Nottingham Trent University
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BSc (Hons)
Information Technology
Grade: 1st Class Honours
Courses
Final Year Project (Developing a Java app to deliver digital therapy to Parkinson's patients) - 1st
Internet of Things - 1st
Communication Technology - 1st
Data Visualisation and UX - 1st
Mobile Platform Development - 2:1
Dr. Challoner's High School
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Courses
A-Levels: ICT (A), Business (B), Textile Design (B), English Literature (AS Level B)
GCSEs: 11 GCSEs grades A*-C including English (B) and Maths (B)
Skills
UX/UI Design & Tools
Figma, Adobe XD, Axure, Invision, Sketch, Design Systems (Fluent), AI Assistant Design, User Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Information Architecture, Data-Driven Design, Design Thinking.
Programming & Development
Python, SQL, HTML, CSS, Flutter, Java, Salesforce Development, Web Development, Mobile Platform Development.
Data & Analytics
Google Data Studio, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Reporting.
Project Management & Methodologies
Agile Scrum, Stakeholder Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Event Planning, Project Coordination.
Operating Systems
Windows, macOS, Linux.
Soft Skills
Problem Solving, Creative Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Technical Support, Customer Engagement, Remote Instruction.