As part of a 6 month secondment, I lead the design team within the transformation project. I managed the day to day UI output and signed off builds created by the development team.
Enhancement process
Within the transformation project, whenever developers had capacity for small additional tasks, we took the opportunity to improve existing UI components. I collaborated closely with producers, scrum masters, and developers to establish an efficient enhancement process.
Refining components
Another part of my role was managing the design system and enhancing UI components. The alignment of the offers panel component felt messy, so I created a task for a senior designer to rework the alignment. By aligning the icons and text to the left, it felt easier on the eye. We also used this as an opportunity to refine the padding.
Design system
In order to create stability within the design team, I conducted thorough audit of the template designs. Working closely with a senior designer, we ensured that we were incorporating the latest components and maintaining consistency with our brand guidelines. As part of my responsibilities, I also took on the important task of documenting our design system, which proved to be incredibly valuable. These updates not only established a strong framework for designers to work with, but also greatly aided new team members during their onboarding process for the transformation project.
Virgin Media - Joint venture integration
As the lead for design conceptualization in the joint venture (VMO2), I collaborated closely with a senior designer to implement VMO2 style assets throughout the online platforms. I coordinated with the brand team, engaged with senior stakeholders, and presented the final designs to the broader design team.
Key Achievements
In close collaboration with designers, I conducted thorough audits of design templates and the design system, establishing a stable foundation for designers' tasks. I played a key role in developing an efficient process for UI design enhancements, working closely with developers and product owners to ensure alignment across the team. Lastly, I took the lead in delivering the end-to-end online conceptual output for the joint venture (VMO2).
Result
This experience demonstrated my ability to successfully lead a large project and team, showcasing my discipline and skills in handling greater responsibilities.