Hi, I’m David Champion, a passionate UI/UX designer and front-end developer who loves collaborating with teams to deliver thoughtful, accessible digital experiences. Over the last decade I’ve designed and built a wide range of websites, led A/B tests, conducted UX and accessibility audits, and orchestrated user testing to ground decisions in real user insight. I’m committed to accessibility and sustainability, and I bring strong design principles and hands-on front-end skills to every project. I’ve worked with ambitious startups and global brands including Cancer Research UK, The Mary Rose Trust, LEGOLAND and Merlin Entertainments, delivering designs for experiences at iconic attractions. I’m proficient with Umbraco and WordPress CMS platforms and enjoy translating complex requirements into elegant, usable interfaces. I’m open to relocation to continue collaborating with great teams worldwide.…

David Champion

Hi, I’m David Champion, a passionate UI/UX designer and front-end developer who loves collaborating with teams to deliver thoughtful, accessible digital experiences. Over the last decade I’ve designed and built a wide range of websites, led A/B tests, conducted UX and accessibility audits, and orchestrated user testing to ground decisions in real user insight. I’m committed to accessibility and sustainability, and I bring strong design principles and hands-on front-end skills to every project. I’ve worked with ambitious startups and global brands including Cancer Research UK, The Mary Rose Trust, LEGOLAND and Merlin Entertainments, delivering designs for experiences at iconic attractions. I’m proficient with Umbraco and WordPress CMS platforms and enjoy translating complex requirements into elegant, usable interfaces. I’m open to relocation to continue collaborating with great teams worldwide.…

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Hi, I’m David Champion, a passionate UI/UX designer and front-end developer who loves collaborating with teams to deliver thoughtful, accessible digital experiences. Over the last decade I’ve designed and built a wide range of websites, led A/B tests, conducted UX and accessibility audits, and orchestrated user testing to ground decisions in real user insight. I’m committed to accessibility and sustainability, and I bring strong design principles and hands-on front-end skills to every project.

I’ve worked with ambitious startups and global brands including Cancer Research UK, The Mary Rose Trust, LEGOLAND and Merlin Entertainments, delivering designs for experiences at iconic attractions. I’m proficient with Umbraco and WordPress CMS platforms and enjoy translating complex requirements into elegant, usable interfaces. I’m open to relocation to continue collaborating with great teams worldwide.

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Skills

Experience Level

Figma
Expert
UI
Expert
Sketch
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Web Design
Expert
CSS
Expert
Javascript
Expert
HTML5
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
GIMP
Expert
WordPress
Expert
Bootstrap
Expert
Adobe After Effects
Expert
Github
Intermediate
.NET
Intermediate
jQuery
Intermediate
Microsoft Office
Intermediate
React Native
Intermediate
C#
Intermediate
Django
Intermediate
AngularJS
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Freelance UI/UX Designer at Self-Employed
April 1, 2025 - Present
Designing and prototyping websites for a diverse client base; leading UX audits, user testing and accessibility reviews; crafting front-end prototypes using HTML, JavaScript, SCSS and Nunjucks.
Freelance UI/UX Designer at Freelance
April 1, 2025 - Present
Provided freelance UI/UX design services remotely, delivering prototypes, user flows and front-end assets with a focus on usability and accessibility.
Senior UX/UI Designer at Red Balloon
March 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Senior UX/UI design work, collaborating with product teams and engineers to create accessible, user-centered interfaces.
Senior UX/UI Designer at Red Balloon
March 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Led UX/UI design initiatives, collaborating with product teams to deliver accessible, user-centered interfaces.
UI/UX Designer & Front End Developer at Carbon Six Digital Limited & Rubber Cheese
November 1, 2024 - October 13, 2025
Prototyping, front-end development (HTML, JavaScript, SCSS, Nunjucks); UX reviews, audits and user testing (Hotjar, TryMata); project management support (Asana, Trello).
UI/UX Designer & Front End Developer at Carbon Six Digital Limited & Rubber Cheese
November 1, 2024 - October 13, 2025
Maintained solid design principles when designing prototypes, mock-ups and wireframes for high-profile clients including Cancer Research UK, The Mary Rose Trust, and government advisory bodies (JNCC and UKROEd). Performed front-end development using HTML, Javascript, SCSS and Nunjucks. Conducted UX reviews, audits and research through user testing tools such as Hotjar and TryMata. Contributed to project management using Asana and Trello.
Freelance Designer at David Champion Design - United Kingdom
December 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Freelance design work for a range of clients from holiday parks to drama academies; website design and branding.
Freelance UI/UX Designer at David Champion Design
December 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Freelanced for UK clients including holiday parks and drama academies, delivering websites and branding.
Web Designer at Semantic Limited - Southampton
March 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Worked with Merlin Entertainments Group brands including Chessington World of Adventures, LEGOLAND, Warwick Castle and The London Dungeons.
Web Designer at Semantic Limited - Southampton
March 1, 2021 - October 13, 2025
Worked with Merlin Entertainments Group brands including Chessington World of Adventures and Resort, LEGOLAND, Warwick Castle and The London Dungeons; delivered web design and front-end work for global brands.
Receptionist at Travelodge Hotels (UK)
May 1, 2018 - October 13, 2025
Receptionist duties and guest services.
Receptionist at Travelodge Hotels (UK)
May 1, 2018 - October 13, 2025
Front desk responsibilities and guest services support.
Sales Advisor, Marketing Assistant, Web Designer at Scotts Holiday Village - West Wittering
September 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Marketing the park; website design; social media advising and broader responsibilities.
Sales Advisor, Marketing Assistant, Web Designer at Scotts Holiday Village - West Wittering
September 1, 2017 - October 13, 2025
Marketing the park, website design, graphic design and customer engagement.
Web Designer at Semantic Ltd - Southampton
June 1, 2010 - October 13, 2025
Initial role building and testing client websites, identifying issues and ensuring quality before handover.
Web Designer at Semantic Ltd - Southampton
June 1, 2010 - October 13, 2025
Early career role focusing on testing and bug-fixing for client websites prior to handover.

Education

BA Hons Drama at University of Cumbria, Lancaster
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2014
ICT, Film Studies, Photography (A Level) at Charters School - Sunningdale
September 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011
English, Maths, Science, Geography, ICT (Double), French, Spanish (8 GCSEs) at Charters School - Sunningdale, Berkshire
September 1, 2003 - March 1, 2011
BA Hons Drama (2:1) at University of Cumbria, Lancaster
September 1, 2012 - June 1, 2014
A Levels (ICT, Film Studies, Photography) at Charters School, Sunningdale
September 1, 2009 - March 1, 2011
GCSEs (English, Maths, Science, Geography, ICT (Double), French, Spanish) at Charters School, Sunningdale, Berkshire
September 1, 2003 - March 1, 2011

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Education, Healthcare