WDS-Designs

WILLIAM SIMSON

William is an evolving UX/UI designer with a focus on UX strategy. His solid background in business helps him to align business & design goals, easily identify user needs and establish objectives with key project stakeholders. He is motivated by designing user-centred outcomes that help and or support the well-being of people.

His ideal working environment is a fun & friendly space where everyone is comfortable being themselves. Team work, collaboration and positivity are essential in William's method of achieving the best creative outcomes possible.

Education

Swinburne University of Technology Bachelor of Design / Bachelor of Business 2016 - 2021

The Geelong College High School Graduation 2008 - 2014

Experience

StrongRoom AI UX / UI Designer - Product Manager 2022 - Present

Emma & Toms Sales Representative 2018 - 2022

Stuck on You Warehouse Member 2016 - 2018

Caldicott Prep School Gap Student 2015 - 2016

Design Skills

User Interface (UI) Design
User Experience (UX) Design
Product Design
Design Research
Creative Thinking
Creative Direction
Concept Development
Product Management
Management
Branding + Identity Design
Prototyping
Wireframing
Storytelling in Design

Professional Skills

Figma
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe InDesign
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Powerpoint

Personal Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Leadership
Empathetic
Problem Solver
Time Management
Creativity
Critical Thinking
Planning

Awards & Achievements

StrongCare Application 2022 Team Received Good Design Award The Good Design Australia Awards

StrongCare Application 2023 Service Design Category Winner The Victorian Premier Design Awards

Promotion 2024 Promoted to Product Manager StrongRoom AI - StrongCare Application

Life

William has a serious passion for staying active. When he's not crafting designs at work, you can find him on the football field, in the cricket nets or perfecting his golf swing. William also loves to travel, enjoy good food and values spending quality time with friends and family. For William, blending work with these activities is the ultimate way to keep life exciting, balanced and fun.

A photo of me in my happy place in Torquay, Victoria, Australia

Sports

Sports have been a major part of William's life. He loves the social aspect of playing community sports as well as the mental/physical challenge of it all.

William has played both football (AFL) and cricket from the age of 10 and still plays in the present. William has made lifelong friends over the journey which is something he really values.

Social

William grew up in Torquay, Australia. He absolutely loves spending time down the coast with his friends/family. William is passionate about travelling and has future ambitions to visit new places around the world he is yet to experience with his mates.