SENIOR UX/UI DESIGNER

A little about me...

 
  • 29 years experience – In 1996 I designed my first website for Netscape 4.0 and IE 1.0. Read about my past work experience (PDF).

  • Digital craft is my passion – working at the ‘coal-face’ with Developers, BAs, Testers and other Designers.

  • I believe that empathy is the foundation of great design.

  • I’m interested in the study of heuristics and user psychology.

  • 48 years old – born in Gisborne, New Zealand.

  • I established several start-up companies, including a data-visualisation software platform and a ‘loyalty-based’ mobile app for the retail sector.

  • I believe that building close relationships with development team members ultimately helps deliver a better end-user experience.

  • I equally enjoy both UX and UI design.

  • Diplomacy is a strength of mine – being open to other opinions and able to compromise to achieve a mutual goal.

  • I’ve visited over 30 countries which has given me an appreciation of other cultures, religions and social identities.

  • Recently welcomed a new arrival to the family 👶

  • A small business owner for 12 years (2003 - 2015). Riding the highs and lows during this time, I learnt the importance of work/life balance and developing an agile mindset.

  • I don’t have an ego – open to feedback and suggestions from all team members, regardless of role and seniority.

  • When I start something, I give it 100%.