Adam Borthwick

Available to hire

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Interaction Design Intern at RBC
January 1, 2026 - May 1, 2026
Contributed to the design of digital banking experiences by collaborating with developers, compliance, and product stakeholders to deliver mobile-first experiences with a focus on financial literacy for new investors. Conducted user interviews and usability testing; translated insights into MVP features and requirements.
Graphic Design & Communications Intern at University of Toronto - Innovation Hub
September 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025
Supported campus initiatives and research materials with accessible print and digital assets; collaborated with UX and communications teams; audited documents for accessibility compliance and screen reader usability.
UI/UX Designer at Nautic
January 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Led product design and prototyping across web/mobile flows, emphasizing usability, accessibility, and consistency; collaborated with cross-functional teams to ship human-centered experiences.
User Research Intern at Payments Canada
April 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Conducted user research to inform digital payments product strategy; identified industry trends and opportunities; contributed to competitive analyses and research materials.
Interaction Design Intern at Caribou Care
May 31, 2021 - July 31, 2021
Owned the full design-to-development pipeline for the organization's website (WordPress) from Figma designs to a cohesive experience; established Caribou's visual brand identity and design standards to align with brand goals.

Education

Masters of Information, UX Design at University of Toronto
September 1, 2024 - July 1, 2026
Honours Bachelor of Interaction Design at Sheridan College
September 1, 2019 - May 1, 2023

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment