I'm a multi-skilled creative focused on simplicity and function-led design, with over 20 years of experience across gaming, apps, and digital design. I'm highly adaptable and collaborative, comfortable working across all phases of design from whiteboard concepts to the debug console.

Kieran Kelly

I'm a multi-skilled creative focused on simplicity and function-led design, with over 20 years of experience across gaming, apps, and digital design. I'm highly adaptable and collaborative, comfortable working across all phases of design from whiteboard concepts to the debug console.

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I’m a multi-skilled creative focused on simplicity and function-led design, with over 20 years of experience across gaming, apps, and digital design.
I’m highly adaptable and collaborative, comfortable working across all phases of design from whiteboard concepts to the debug console.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Senior UX/UI Designer at Directive Games
January 1, 2022 - Present
Involved in the development of two crypto-based games: The Machines Arena and Civitas. Shaped all player-facing systems—from wireframing and prototyping to final UI and handover. Crafted UI assets within a flexible, well-maintained design system.
Freelance UX/UI Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2022 - October 1, 2025
Directed UX/UI across a range of projects, including the Legion Hearts prototype (mobile game) and the app redesign for Aston Villa (Urban Zoo).
Lead UX / UI Designer at Solid Clouds
March 1, 2021 - October 1, 2025
Led UX/UI for the MMORTS game Starborne, directing design from early workshops through to wireframes, UI layout, asset design, and in-game iconography.
Lead UX / UI Designer at Urban Zoo Studios
August 1, 2017 - October 1, 2025
Provided design direction and hands-on support across mobile gaming and app projects. Clients included: Stoke City FC, Everton FC, Wetherspoons, and Edinburgh Zoo.

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Gaming, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment