About me 👨🏻‍💻

I’m Simon—a dad, designer, creative, and AI enthusiast currently working as an UX Designer at VodafoneZiggo.

My design journey began in secondary school when I created my first app. I started by sketching ideas in Paint and eventually built my first prototype using an app called Blueprint. This experience sparked my fascination with designing digital concepts and understanding how users interact with interfaces. I am dedicated to understanding user needs and continuously seek opportunities for improvement. My passion lies in solving complex problems and crafting purposeful, accessible solutions for users.

I approach challenges from multiple perspectives, always asking questions and letting my curiosity about people guide my work.

Experience

2020 - Now

UX Designer | Vodafoneziggo

2017 - Now

Freelance UX/UI Designer

2019 - 2020

UX/UI Designer | Netvlies worked for: Brabant Water, Optisport, VBK

2018-2019

UX/UI Designer | Sogeti worked for: Gemeente Haarlemmermeer, NS, Menzis, InnoSportLab

2017-2018

UX/UI Design Intern | Facilicom

2015-2016

Digital Designer | Lead Innovation

2016-2017

Tutor Design tools | Hogeschool Rotterdam

Things I love to do 🛠️

Experience Design

Designing intuitive and accessible digital experiences by applying user-centered approaches.

Key skills: User Experience (UX), User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Digital Prototyping, Double Diamond Process, Design Systems, Web & Mobile Design.

User Research

I uncover user needs through research and analysis, translating insights into actionable design opportunities.

Key skills: User research, User interviews, User personas, Interview synthesis, Data visualisation, A/B testing, Information architecture, Competitive analysis.

Visual Design

Designing interfaces that prioritise clear communication, brand consistency, and intuitive design for enhanced usability and experience.

Key skills: Brand identity, Design systems, Typography, Iconography, Logo design.

Tools and Software

I use industry-standard tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite to bring ideas to life, and I have a passion for exploring generative AI to expand creative possibilities.

Key skills: Figma, FigJam, Miro, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD, Generative AI (ChatGPT, MidJourney).

Other skills

My technical expertise and soft skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams, efficient time management, and adaptability to shifting project needs.

Key skills: Cross-functional collaboration, Stakeholder management, Rapid iteration, Time management.

About me 👨🏻‍💻

I’m Simon—a dad, designer, creative, and AI enthusiast currently working as a UX Designer at VodafoneZiggo.

My design journey began in secondary school when I created my first app. I started by sketching ideas in Paint and eventually built my first prototype using an app called Blueprint. This experience sparked my fascination with designing digital concepts and understanding how users interact with interfaces. I am dedicated to understanding user needs and continuously seek opportunities for improvement. My passion lies in solving complex problems and crafting purposeful, accessible solutions for users.

I approach challenges from multiple perspectives, always asking questions and letting my curiosity about people guide my work.

Experience

2020 - Now

UX Designer | Vodafoneziggo

2017 - Now

Freelance UX/UI Designer

2019 - 2020

UX/UI Designer | Netvlies

2018-2019

UX/UI Designer | Sogeti worked for: Gemeente Haarlemmermeer, NS, Menzis, InnoSportLab

2017-2018

UX/UI Design Intern | Facilicom

2015-2016

Digital Designer | Lead Innovation

2016-2017

Tutor Design tools | Hogeschool Rotterdam

More about me 🧑🏻‍🍳🤸🏻

I appreciate the importance of a healthy work/life balance. So when I’m not online, I love to spend time with my wife and two daughters. We like to go on adventures and play outside. When we are not outside, we can be found in the kitchen, where we cook and bake things and enjoy eating them.

Since I spend a lot of time behind the computer, I also enjoy doing something active. I regularly go to CrossFit, and I also enjoy a bit of running or cycling.

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More about me 🧑🏻‍🍳🤸🏻

I appreciate the importance of a healthy work/life balance. So when I’m not online, I love to spend time with my wife and two daughters. We like to go on adventures and play outside. When we are not outside, we can be found in the kitchen, where we cook and bake things and enjoy eating them.

Since I spend a lot of time behind the computer, I also enjoy doing something active. I regularly go to CrossFit, and I also enjoy a bit of running or cycling.

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