Hello.
I'm Colin.

I'm a problem solver. Whether you're starting a new design project and don't know where to begin or you'd like to examine where your current product could be improved, I'm here to help. I have the skills and experience to help you achieve your goals.

Skills

Figma

Figma

Figma is my beloved design tool of choice. I keep up with all the latest features and know it inside out.

Design systems

Design systems

My real passion is designing systems that are consistent and scalable. I obsess over every component and variable to ensure they are perfect.

UX/UI design

UX/UI design

I can use the design thinking process to refine your interactions and translate them into great-looking and intuitive user interfaces.

Development

Development

I started my career when designers had to be multi-disciplinary. As a result, I'm a rare breed of designer who can code!

App design

App design

I design native experiences for both iOS and Android platforms, adhering to best practices and principles for each.

Illustration

Illustration

I've worked on everything from children's books to avatars and online worlds. I'm currently selling printed works via Etsy.

Creative direction

Creative direction

I've been working with established brands for decades, so I know how to apply and build upon strict guidelines for maximum impact.

Prototyping

Prototyping

Testing with Figma or HTML prototypes can help avoid expensive mistakes and committing to designs that don't work.

Project planning

Project planning

To ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, they must be accurately scoped at the outset.

Brand experience

JP Morgan Chase BBC itv Channel 4 MTV Microsoft AOL Financial Times RBS Vodafone Scholastic Tesco Bowmore Betfair DeVere University of the West of Scotland

Experience

JP Morgan Chase

Executive Director and UK Lead

2017 - Present

I joined JP Morgan to lead the design of a suite of mobile apps within the Corporate Investment Bank. This resulted in me becoming one of the global design leaders within DXD. In early 2022, I moved to Digital Private Markets where I oversee their investment and networking product, Capital Connect.

Screenmedia

Design Director

2014 - 2017

As one of the design directors at this Glasgow agency, my role was to enforce mobile and web UX best practices through all stages of the design thinking process. I provided clear creative direction and eventual sign-off on their outputs. Clients included RBS, Vodafone and UWS.

D8

Digital Creative Director

2012 - 2014

D8 is commonly regarded as one of the best print and branding studios in the UK. I was tasked with building their digital division to transform them into a full-service agency. Working closely with their product team, I delivered creative and innovative solutions across a range of media.

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