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Kenneth A.

Lead Product Designer at Proteus

Kenneth A. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Kenneth is currently working as a Lead Product Designer at Proteus, where they utilize their 15+ years of energy sector experience to design an advanced work and project management solution for the energy sector. Prior to this, Kenneth worked as a User Experience & Visual Designer at JPMorgan Chase & Co., where they led the design of a data-centric platform for the bank's internal use.

Before their roles in the design field, Kenneth worked as a Senior Chemical Process Engineer at Babcock International Group, where they focused on the design of liquified gas equipment. Kenneth also worked as a Videographer and Editor at FREAKWORKS, where they showcased their skills in videography, editing, VFX, motion graphics, and illustration.

Kenneth has a strong background in the oil and gas sector, with roles at Shell and Xodus Group. At Shell, they served as a Consultant and Senior Chemical Process Engineer, providing engineering support and leading design solutions. At Xodus Group, they worked as a Principal and Senior Chemical Process Engineer, supporting front-end design studies.

Additionally, Kenneth had a temporary role as a Bank Employee at Bank of Scotland, where they worked as a teller and performed general admin duties during the summers.

Throughout their career, Kenneth has gained extensive experience in user-centered design, multidisciplinary teamwork, engineering, and professional development. Kenneth has a strong focus on user experience, product enhancement, and maximizing business gains.

Kenneth A. obtained a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from The University of Edinburgh, where they studied from 1999 to 2004. In 2013, they attended Escape Studios to pursue Visual Effects for Production, although they did not obtain a degree during that time. In 2020 and 2021, Kenneth A. attended Glasgow Caledonian University, where they obtained a Professional Diploma in UX Design. Additionally, in 2021, they obtained a Professional Certification in Visual (UI) Design from the same university. Kenneth A. also holds additional certifications, including a Professional Certificate in Visual Design and a Professional Diploma in UX Design, both obtained from the UX Design Institute. In 2011, they obtained (MEng) CEng MIChemE certification from the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE).

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  • Lead Product Designer

    September, 2022 - present