I'm Thomas Railton, a Berlin-based digital designer with a focus on UX/UI, brand, and motion design. With a degree in Interaction Design, years of professional experience, and work recognised with accolades such as D&AD and e.majiciens, I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that are visually engaging, user-focused, and impactful. My background in teaching and tutoring has given me a strong lens for empathy and accessibility, which I bring to every project. There’s still room to grow, and I always aim to create things that feel useful, aesthetically pleasing, and human.

Thomas Railton

I'm Thomas Railton, a Berlin-based digital designer with a focus on UX/UI, brand, and motion design. With a degree in Interaction Design, years of professional experience, and work recognised with accolades such as D&AD and e.majiciens, I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that are visually engaging, user-focused, and impactful. My background in teaching and tutoring has given me a strong lens for empathy and accessibility, which I bring to every project. There’s still room to grow, and I always aim to create things that feel useful, aesthetically pleasing, and human.

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I’m Thomas Railton, a Berlin-based digital designer with a focus on UX/UI, brand, and motion design.

With a degree in Interaction Design, years of professional experience, and work recognised with accolades such as D&AD and e.majiciens, I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that are visually engaging, user-focused, and impactful.

My background in teaching and tutoring has given me a strong lens for empathy and accessibility, which I bring to every project. There’s still room to grow, and I always aim to create things that feel useful, aesthetically pleasing, and human.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

UX / UI and Visual Designer at thomasrailton.co
January 1, 2022 - November 24, 2025
Remote UX / UI and Visual Designer. Led UI and visual design for multiple client projects, including website and exhibitions for an arts and community hub, data visualisations for a solar forecasting laboratory, art direction and website for a sandal workshop, and a rebrand with UI and logo design for a messaging app. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces, engaging visuals and cohesive brand experiences.
UI Designer at Spruce
March 1, 2023 - March 1, 2023
W orked with design team to develop multiple projects for clients including a live music venue, a skip hire company, and a local social enterprise. Designed and produced user interfaces, statistical graphics, promotional material and branded packaging.
UX / UI Designer at CareerFoundry
February 1, 2020 - February 1, 2020
Conducted user research and testing with a focus on user psychology. Designed and developed user interfaces, constructed wireframes, user flows and working prototypes.
Lead Graphic Designer at Essentis Biohotel
June 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Primary responsibility for promotional and seasonal campaigns of a meditation and mindfulness retreat. Reviewed and revised existing designs, and managed daily deliverables for web and social media.
Graphic Designer and 2D Artist at Sumo Digital
October 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Designed and produced video game visuals and user interfaces for multiple clients including Disney and Sega. Developed concept artwork, storyboards, and animations.
Lecturer of Design and New Media at Hull School of Art and Design
June 1, 2012 - June 1, 2012
Structured semesters, created lesson plans and produced study material. Provided design tuition and one-to-one support. Primary responsibility for course direction.

Education

BA Interaction Design at Hull School of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
UX/UI Design Certification at CareerFoundry
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Community Arts Work at Artlink
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
TEFL Certification at TEFL England
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Qualified Teacher Status at National College for Teaching Skills
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Qualifications

TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025
Qualified Teacher Status
January 11, 2030 - November 24, 2025

Industry Experience

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