I'm Ann-Kathrin Schelle, a Senior Product Designer (UX/UI) with a passion for AI and digital products. With Swabian roots and a fondness for chocolate on my desk, I enjoy turning complex workflows into intuitive user experiences and scalable design systems. I've collaborated with product managers, engineers, and data teams to shape design at UBS and across agency partnerships, leading design systems, cross-functional squads, and end-to-end product delivery. I thrive in design sprints, client testing, and mentoring teams toward high-quality, impact-driven solutions.

Ann-Kathrin Schelle

I'm Ann-Kathrin Schelle, a Senior Product Designer (UX/UI) with a passion for AI and digital products. With Swabian roots and a fondness for chocolate on my desk, I enjoy turning complex workflows into intuitive user experiences and scalable design systems. I've collaborated with product managers, engineers, and data teams to shape design at UBS and across agency partnerships, leading design systems, cross-functional squads, and end-to-end product delivery. I thrive in design sprints, client testing, and mentoring teams toward high-quality, impact-driven solutions.

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I’m Ann-Kathrin Schelle, a Senior Product Designer (UX/UI) with a passion for AI and digital products. With Swabian roots and a fondness for chocolate on my desk, I enjoy turning complex workflows into intuitive user experiences and scalable design systems.

I’ve collaborated with product managers, engineers, and data teams to shape design at UBS and across agency partnerships, leading design systems, cross-functional squads, and end-to-end product delivery. I thrive in design sprints, client testing, and mentoring teams toward high-quality, impact-driven solutions.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Danish
Beginner

Work Experience

Graphic Designer (Marketing & Branding) at Somfy GmbH
May 1, 2011 - October 1, 2025
Created marketing visuals and branding materials; supported campaigns across print and digital channels, ensuring brand consistency.
Founder/Managing Director & Art Director at PixelIndustry
August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2025
Founded and led PixelIndustry, managing digital and print design projects and partner collaborations; defined visual identity and client relationships.
Art Director Digital & Print (Product Design) at PixelIndustry
August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2025
Directed digital and print art direction for product design initiatives and marketing materials.
Digital Art Director UX/UI (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
December 1, 2018 - October 1, 2025
Led UX/UI and product design for wealth management tools, aligning design strategy with business objectives.
Senior Art Director UX/UI (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Directed UX/UI design for wealth management products; mentored designers and established design standards.
Chapter Lead UX/UI Design Agency & Digital Senior Art Director UX/UI Wealth Management (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Led agency and internal UX/UI practice; steered design strategy for wealth management and digital channels.
Design Lead UX/UI API-Banking (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Led design for API-Banking product design; integrated UX with pricing models and API workflows.
Senior UX/UI Designer im Bereich AI & Client Pricing at Numbrs AG
February 1, 2024 - Present
Senior UX/UI designer focusing on AI-enabled client pricing; partnered with product and engineering teams.
Graphic Designer (Marketing & Branding) at Somfy GmbH
May 1, 2011 - October 1, 2025
Founder/Managing Director & Art Director Digital & Print at pixelindustry
August 1, 2015 - October 1, 2025
Co-founded, directed digital & print design operations with diverse partners
Art Director Digital & Print (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2025
Graphic Designer Digital & Print (Marketing & Branding) at Numbrs AG
December 1, 2018 - October 1, 2025
Product Design Team Lead Wealth Management & Digital; Senior Art Director UX/UI (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
October 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Chapter Lead UX/UI Design Agency & Digital; Senior Art Director UX/UI Wealth Management (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Design Lead UX/UI API-Banking (Product Design) at Numbrs AG
July 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025
Senior UX/UI Designer im Bereich AI & Client Pricing at Numbrs AG
February 1, 2024 - Present
Lead UX/UI Designer at UBS Switzerland AG
February 1, 2024 - Present
Lead UX/UI design for internal AI-driven tools supporting financial product workflows; drive design strategy within the Client Pricing product ecosystem; collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, engineers and data teams; translate complex financial systems into clear, scalable user experiences.
Design Lead UX/UI at UBS Switzerland AG
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Led UX/UI design initiatives within the Wealth Management digital product landscape; collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product usability and design consistency.
Chapter Lead, UX/UI Design at UBS Switzerland AG
November 1, 2021 - June 1, 2023
Led and coordinated 35+ external designers across multiple digital product initiatives; managed agency collaboration, designer selection, and contract coordination; design lead for the Lombard Lending digital product ecosystem; partnered with product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders to scale design delivery.
Design Team Lead Wealth Management & Senior Art Director at UBS Switzerland AG
January 1, 2019 - October 1, 2021
Led UX/UI design for digital wealth management products and services; contributed to multiple product initiatives including financial platforms and client services; helped evolve the design quality and user experience across digital products.
Digital Art Director UX/UI at UBS Switzerland AG
September 1, 2017 - December 1, 2018
Designed UX/UI for major banking applications including Accounts, Payments, and Credit Cards; collaborated with product and development teams to improve digital banking experiences.
Graphic Designer Digital & Print (Marketing & Branding) at Numbrs AG
September 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016
Designed marketing campaigns and investor presentations; developed corporate design systems and brand identity.
Founder/Managing Director & Art Director at Pixelindustry
June 1, 2011 - August 1, 2015
Founded and led a design studio focused on digital and print communication; developed visual concepts, branding systems & marketing assets; managed client relationships and project delivery.
Graphic Designer at Somfy
September 1, 2010 - May 1, 2011
Designed digital and print communication materials.
Maternity leave at UBS Switzerland AG
August 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024

Education

Visuelle Kommunikation at DEKART Design- und Kommunikationsakademie
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2010
Visuelle Kommunikation at DEKART Design- und Kommunikationsakademie
October 1, 2008 - October 1, 2010
Visual Communication - Diploma at DEKART Academy for Design & Communication
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2010

Qualifications

Generating big ideas with design thinking
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Customer Journey Management
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Designing Influence
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Facilitating UX Workshops
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Norman Nielsen Group courses: Generating big ideas with design thinking; Customer Journey Management; Designing Influence; Facilitating UX Workshops
January 11, 2030 - October 1, 2025
Nielsen Norman Group Certification - Train the Trainer
January 11, 2030 - April 6, 2026

Industry Experience

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