Hi, I’m Sarah Shellard, a Senior Product Designer with over a decade of experience crafting scalable, user-centered digital products for e-commerce, B2B SaaS, and global consumer brands. I specialize in design strategy, UX research, and design systems, and I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and mentoring designers to deliver accessible, innovative solutions. I’m passionate about continuous growth and using insights from diverse industries to create high-performing, inclusive experiences that drive business success. I’ve delivered end-to-end UX and UI solutions, built scalable design systems, and collaborated with stakeholders to align user needs with business objectives. I’m committed to accessible, high-quality design and helping teams ship impactful product experiences.

Sarah Shellard

Hi, I’m Sarah Shellard, a Senior Product Designer with over a decade of experience crafting scalable, user-centered digital products for e-commerce, B2B SaaS, and global consumer brands. I specialize in design strategy, UX research, and design systems, and I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and mentoring designers to deliver accessible, innovative solutions. I’m passionate about continuous growth and using insights from diverse industries to create high-performing, inclusive experiences that drive business success. I’ve delivered end-to-end UX and UI solutions, built scalable design systems, and collaborated with stakeholders to align user needs with business objectives. I’m committed to accessible, high-quality design and helping teams ship impactful product experiences.

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Hi, I’m Sarah Shellard, a Senior Product Designer with over a decade of experience crafting scalable, user-centered digital products for e-commerce, B2B SaaS, and global consumer brands. I specialize in design strategy, UX research, and design systems, and I enjoy leading cross-functional teams and mentoring designers to deliver accessible, innovative solutions. I’m passionate about continuous growth and using insights from diverse industries to create high-performing, inclusive experiences that drive business success.

I’ve delivered end-to-end UX and UI solutions, built scalable design systems, and collaborated with stakeholders to align user needs with business objectives. I’m committed to accessible, high-quality design and helping teams ship impactful product experiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Product Designer (Freelance) at Remote UK
January 1, 2021 - Present
Delivered end-to-end UX and UI design solutions for diverse clients across e-commerce, B2B SaaS, and publishing. Collaborated with stakeholders to define strategy, improve accessibility, and create scalable design systems. Produced patterns that streamlined handovers and accelerated development, ensuring on-time delivery and high client satisfaction.
Senior Product Designer at Remote UK
November 1, 2024 - September 10, 2025
Designed the UK’s first fully digital mobile network app (Ymobile) for iOS and Android within complex technical and brand constraints. Built a scalable component library and visual design system to support rapid feature development and cross-platform consistency. Worked closely with product managers and engineers to ensure pixel-perfect implementation.
Senior UI Designer at Sweaty Betty
June 30, 2021 - September 10, 2025
Led the redesign of Sweaty Betty’s e-commerce experience, aligning visual design with customer needs and business objectives. Created and implemented the company’s first unified design system, streamlining design and development. Enhanced accessibility and scalability across web and mobile.
Graphic Designer at Ad Empire
February 29, 2012 - September 10, 2025
Created visual assets and design concepts across campaigns for a range of clients.
Freelance Senior Product Designer at Remote UK
December 31, 2025 - September 11, 2025
Delivered end-to-end UX and UI design solutions for diverse clients across e-commerce, B2B SaaS, and publishing. Collaborated with stakeholders to define strategy, improve accessibility, and create scalable design systems. Delivered solutions that aligned user needs with business objectives, increasing engagement and conversion rates. Created design patterns that streamlined handovers and sped up development cycles. Successfully managed multiple projects, ensuring on-time delivery and high client satisfaction. Notable work included designing the UK’s first fully digital mobile network app (Ymobile) for iOS and Android, and building a scalable component library with a consistent visual design system.
Senior UI Designer at Sweaty Betty
June 30, 2021 - September 11, 2025
Led the redesign of Sweaty Betty’s e-commerce experience, aligning visual design with customer needs and business objectives. Designed and implemented the company’s first unified design system, streamlining design and development workflows. Enhanced accessibility and scalability across web and mobile platforms.
Graphic Designer at Ad Empire
February 29, 2012 - September 11, 2025
Graphic design work for campaigns and brand assets.

Education

NDIP Graphic Design at Nelson Mandela University, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Visual Elements of User Interface Design at CalArts Online
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
After Effects - Introductory Level at Workshop, London
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Workshop at London Software Training
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
NDIP Graphic Design at Nelson Mandela University
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009

Qualifications

NDIP Graphic Design
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Visual Elements of User Interface Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
After Effects - Introductory Level
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
London Software Training Workshop
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Certificate: Visual Elements of User Interface Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Workshop: After Effects - Introductory Level
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

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