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Hi, I’m David Swales, a UX/UI designer focused on scalable design systems, accessible interfaces, and cross‑platform experiences. With over 8 years of experience, I balance user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility to ship products at scale.
Based in Berlin, I lead design-system efforts at nebenan.de, delivering development‑ready designs for web, iOS, and Android, and building scalable systems in Figma. I partner with product managers, researchers, and engineers to translate insights into features that boost adoption and satisfaction across social networks, fintech, and business tools.
Skills
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Language
English
Fluent
German
Beginner
French
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Work Experience
Product Designer & Design System Manager at nebenan.de
November 1, 2025 - November 1, 2025Delivered development-ready designs across web, iOS, and Android, ensuring WCAG- & APCA-compliant accessibility and visual consistency. Designed and scaled a cross-platform design system in Figma, reducing design and engineering time and improving cross-platform consistency. Defined and maintained icon library, typography sets, and token system, enabling faster prototyping and long-term scalability. Partnered with product managers, researchers, and engineers to translate insights into features, improving feature adoption and user satisfaction.
UX/UI Designer & Design System Manager at nebenan.de
July 1, 2017 - December 1, 2025Delivered development-ready designs across web, iOS, and Android, ensuring WCAG & APCA accessibility standards and visual consistency. Designed and scaled a cross-platform design system in Figma, reducing design and engineering time and improving cross-platform consistency. Defined and maintained icon library, typography sets, and token system, enabling faster prototyping and long-term scalability. Partnered with product managers, researchers, and engineers to translate insights into features, improving feature adoption and user satisfaction.
Audio-Visual Engineer at Digital Catapult Centre
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016Provided AV engineering support for events, ensuring reliable setups, high-quality delivery, and seamless on-site execution. Collaborated with colleagues to optimize event experiences and maintain safety standards.
Audio-Visual Engineer at Digital Catapult Centre
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Supported audio-visual engineering for events and installations, coordinating with teams to ensure high-quality AV experiences.
Events Porter at Off To Work
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015Managed event logistics, setup, and on-site operations to ensure smooth event delivery and attendee experience.
Events Porter at Off To Work
November 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Managed event logistics, setup and teardown, and supported event operations.
A&R/Sales Representative at Starlight Entertainment
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Identified and nurtured artist relationships, negotiated deals, and supported sales across New Zealand, building connections with labels and artists.
Transcriptionist at TranscribeMe
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Performed high-accuracy transcription of audio content, ensuring timely delivery and quality.
A&R/Sales Representative at Starlight Entertainment
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014A&R and sales support role; facilitated artist development and client relationships.
Transcriptionist at TranscribeMe
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014Transcribed audio to text with accuracy for a range of clients.
Education
UI Designer Course (Certificate) at Career Foundry
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017BA Audio Production & Management (First-Class Honours) at SAE Institute / Middlesex University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Diploma in Audio Engineering at SAE Institute
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009International Baccalaureate at United World College of South East Asia
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008General Certificate of Secondary Education at United World College of South East Asia
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006UI Designer Course (Certificate) at Career Foundry
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017BA Audio Production & Management (First-Class Honours) at SAE Institute / Middlesex University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011Diploma in Audio Engineering at SAE Institute
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009International Baccalaureate at United World College of South East Asia
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008General Certificate of Secondary Education at United World College of South East Asia
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006Qualifications
UI Designer Course (Certificate)
January 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017Industry Experience
Software & Internet, Financial Services, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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