Alex Fairholm

An accomplished Lead UX/UI Designer experienced in leading design initiatives and crafting intuitive user experiences. Leveraging a diverse skill set, I aim to contribute innovative solutions while driving product excellence and user satisfaction. Managed and mentored a junior designer. Provided guidance and mentorship fostering their professional development and supporting their skill enhancement

Championed the creation of intuitive, and accessible user experiences that harmoniously balanced user needs, technical constraints, and business objectives. Achieved by fostering visible and constructive feedback channels that promoted continual improvement and coherence between user-centric design and overarching business objectives.

Orchestrated collaborative efforts with diverse stakeholders to curate content aligning with Sky Sports' objectives, shaping top-tier editorial plans across various sports. Cultivated strong relationships, negotiating sales contracts generating an annual income of £500k for Sky, while meeting client objectives. Managed the live studio output.

Designed, developed, and tested features across Sky Product. Worked alongside the project manager and owned the whole design process using a user-centered approach. Created information architectures and prototypes of new technologies across multiple devices. Liaising with various stakeholders around the business to provide a business case for the product and implement it into the project roadmap.