I am a Digital Designer with extensive experience in UX/UI design, visual design, web design, and design systems. My expertise spans prototyping, wireframing, responsive design, brand identity, and interaction design, ensuring seamless, user-friendly digital experiences. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with development, marketing, and stakeholder teams to align design with business objectives. With over 30 years of experience in agency, in-house, and remote roles, I have a strong background in crafting digital-first designs for websites, applications, and e-commerce platforms. I specialise in delivering high-impact, user-centred solutions that elevate brand presence and drive engagement. I am proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and WordPress, I bring a blend of creativity and technical expertise to every project.

Nicholas Hawkes

I am a Digital Designer with extensive experience in UX/UI design, visual design, web design, and design systems. My expertise spans prototyping, wireframing, responsive design, brand identity, and interaction design, ensuring seamless, user-friendly digital experiences. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with development, marketing, and stakeholder teams to align design with business objectives. With over 30 years of experience in agency, in-house, and remote roles, I have a strong background in crafting digital-first designs for websites, applications, and e-commerce platforms. I specialise in delivering high-impact, user-centred solutions that elevate brand presence and drive engagement. I am proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and WordPress, I bring a blend of creativity and technical expertise to every project.

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I am a Digital Designer with extensive experience in UX/UI design, visual design, web design, and design systems. My expertise spans prototyping, wireframing, responsive design, brand identity, and interaction design, ensuring seamless, user-friendly digital experiences.

I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with development, marketing, and stakeholder teams to align design with business objectives. With over 30 years of experience in agency, in-house, and remote roles, I have a strong background in crafting digital-first designs for websites, applications, and e-commerce platforms. I specialise in delivering high-impact, user-centred solutions that elevate brand presence and drive engagement. I am proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and WordPress, I bring a blend of creativity and technical expertise to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Devon Design
February 1, 2025 - Present
Established and manage a freelance digital design business serving a number of clients across the South West and UK. Design and develop responsive WordPress and Elementor websites for desktop and mobile. Create design flows for websites to enhance usability and engagement. Deliver SEO strategy, on-page optimisation, and market-focused website improvements. Brand design, control and management. Set up and manage domains, hosting, backups, and technical maintenance. Provide ongoing website updates, data transfers, and backend development support. Collaborated with Marketing Geeks on multiple projects; active in local business networks and events to grow client base.
UX/UI Designer at ClearCourse
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Worked in the UX/UI team designing and enhancing digital products for various ClearCourse-owned companies. Developed design systems and UI components for multiple brands. Led UX/UI improvements for GiftPro, Pursuit, TISSL, Swan Retail, EKM, and Sellerdeck. Created e-commerce demo websites in the EKM web management system. Collaborated with developers and product managers to implement user-friendly designs. Achieved cohesive, brand-aligned UI and optimised UX workflows to reduce redundancies and drop-offs.
Ecommerce Web Designer & Project Coordinator at Freelance – Various Clients
June 1, 2021 - December 1, 2023
Designed and developed WordPress/WooCommerce websites for high-profile clients. Led projects using Jira, liaising with clients to define branding and functionality needs. Managed design and content implementation in WordPress & WooCommerce. Achieved improved customer satisfaction and sales through enhanced UX and design strategy. Streamlined WordPress WooCommerce processes and integrated CRM systems into websites.

Education

MA Information and Graphic Design at De Montfort University
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026
BA Hons (RCA) Visual Communication Design at Ravensbourne College of Design and Communication (with RCA endorsement)
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026
Art Foundation Course (HND) at Bedford College Group
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026

Qualifications

Cyber Security and Criminal Understanding, Deep Fake Awareness, Hacker Awareness, AI and Scams Awareness, and Clean Desk Policy
December 1, 2024 - February 13, 2026

Industry Experience

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