I am a highly motivated and adaptable creative who enjoys challenging and complex problem solving. With 18 years of experience in the online industry, I am passionate about creating user-centered design experiences and have a natural talent for exceptional visual design.\n\nI currently lead projects and teams to deliver successful user-centered digital designs in an agency environment. I excel in collaborative design teams, take command in decision making and always strive for innovation and exceptional quality.…

Sophie Stubbs

I am a highly motivated and adaptable creative who enjoys challenging and complex problem solving. With 18 years of experience in the online industry, I am passionate about creating user-centered design experiences and have a natural talent for exceptional visual design.\n\nI currently lead projects and teams to deliver successful user-centered digital designs in an agency environment. I excel in collaborative design teams, take command in decision making and always strive for innovation and exceptional quality.…

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I am a highly motivated and adaptable creative who enjoys challenging and complex problem solving. With 18 years of experience in the online industry, I am passionate about creating user-centered design experiences and have a natural talent for exceptional visual design.\n\nI currently lead projects and teams to deliver successful user-centered digital designs in an agency environment. I excel in collaborative design teams, take command in decision making and always strive for innovation and exceptional quality.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Digital Designer at D8
January 1, 2022 - Present
Leading and mentoring a team of designers, enabling career paths for aspiring designers, and staying hands-on with design work. I have grown the digital team and collaborated with the business development team to secure large opportunities. I refine internal processes, provide industry insight, and foster a collaborative, innovative environment.
UX Designer at BBC
January 17, 2022 - January 5, 2016
Joined BBC in 2016 as a UX Designer in BBC Education, implementing and directing visual design for app and web formats. I conducted user testing to inform product strategy, presented simple solutions to complex problems to senior stakeholders, led junior designers, and collaborated across disciplines through design sprints and workshops.
Digital Designer at itison
January 1, 2015 - Present
Responsible for the UI of a client-facing analytics tool used to monitor customer interaction and deal performance, plus data visualisation and digital brand development. Delivered reactive, user-centred solutions while continuously iterating toward a well-loved, widely used online product.
Digital Designer at Precedent
April 1, 2011 - September 26, 2014
Led design on projects for Tesco Bank, RSPCA, St Andrews Links, and Royal Yacht Britannia; progressed to a managerial role, coordinating with clients and mentoring the team to build a cohesive, enthusiastic group.
Graphic & Digital Designer at small-media-large
August 1, 2007 - March 1, 2011
Transitioned from print to digital design, designing and coding small-scale websites, learning HTML/CSS and Joomla CMS, and laying the foundations for digital branding and online experiences at a small Glasgow studio.
Lead Digital Designer at D8
January 1, 2022 - Present
Leading and mentoring a team of designers, enabling career paths for aspiring designers, and balancing leadership with hands-on design work. Instrumental in growing the digital team and collaborating with business development to secure major opportunities. Refined internal processes, provided industry insight, and sustained a collaborative team environment.
UX Designer at BBC
January 1, 2022 - September 26, 2025
Joined BBC in 2016 as a user experience designer, directing visual design for app and web formats within BBC Education. Led user testing initiatives, shaped product strategy with insights, and presented simple solutions to complex problems to senior stakeholders and users. Managed projects and mentored junior designers while fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration through design sprints and workshops.
Digital Designer at itison
January 1, 2015 - September 26, 2025
Responsible for UI of client-facing analytics tool, data visualisation and digital brand development. Delivered reactive solutions for the customer site while driving innovation for a widely used online product.
Digital Designer at Precedent
January 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Led design on multiple projects for large organisations such as Tesco Bank and RSPCA; progressed to a more managerial role, overseeing junior designers and building a cohesive, enthusiastic creative team.
Graphic & Digital Designer at small-media-large
January 1, 2011 - September 26, 2025
Started in a small Glasgow design company, transitioned from print to digital design, designed and coded small-scale websites, and progressed to Joomla CMS development.

Education

Honours Degree in Visual Communication (Design) at Glasgow School of Art
September 1, 2003 - May 1, 2007
High School at Eyemouth High School
August 1, 1997 - May 1, 2003
Honours Degree in Visual Communication (Design) at Glasgow School of Art
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2007
High School at Eyemouth High School
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2003
Primary Education at Ayton Primary School
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1997

Qualifications

Webflow development course
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025

Industry Experience

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

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