I am a digital designer with 16 years of experience in creating web and app experiences. My work is rooted in user-centric design, and I specialize in leveraging modern AI tools, accessibility standards, and design systems to craft meaningful digital products. I thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams and enjoy guiding ideas from early concept through to final delivery – always aiming to build experiences that are both engaging and inclusive.

Sophia Jackels

I am a digital designer with 16 years of experience in creating web and app experiences. My work is rooted in user-centric design, and I specialize in leveraging modern AI tools, accessibility standards, and design systems to craft meaningful digital products. I thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams and enjoy guiding ideas from early concept through to final delivery – always aiming to build experiences that are both engaging and inclusive.

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I am a digital designer with 16 years of experience in creating web and app experiences. My work is rooted in user-centric design, and I specialize in leveraging modern AI tools, accessibility standards, and design systems to craft meaningful digital products. I thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams and enjoy guiding ideas from early concept through to final delivery – always aiming to build experiences that are both engaging and inclusive.

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Senior UI/UX App Designer at nine:41
January 1, 2023 - Present
Concept and visual design for several apps (iOS and Android; Flutter; App Store optimization). Collaborated closely with developers and strategists to build successful digital mobile products while delivering user experiences focused on user needs and business goals.
Senior UI/UX App Designer at NEXT
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Concept and visual design for several apps (iOS and Android). Created user-centered interfaces and contributed to app store optimization; collaborated with developers and strategists to align UX with business goals.
Senior Designer at Publicis Sapient
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2021
Led design for Helsi patient portal (Salesforce-based) for hospital networks; designed end-to-end patient journey interfaces from first visit to surgery and rehabilitation; built screens and contributed to a unified design system.
Senior Designer at ProSiebenSat.1 Group
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Concept and visual design for HbbTV apps; strengthened online brand presence; designed and redesigned web assets and platforms for the group; contributed to digital campaigns and TV/online integrations.
Designer at ProSiebenSat.1 Group
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Designed web visuals and on-air graphics for TV networks; contributed to digital campaigns and brand design across multiple platforms.
Intern at ZERO Werbeagentur
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2006
Supported design team; contributed to video-on-demand initiatives; helped launch maxdome.de services and related set-top box/Windows Media Center integrations.

Education

at Art Lehrinstitut für visuelle Gestaltung, Munich, Germany
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

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