Ricky Knight
About Ricky Knight
Ricky Knight is a Staff UI/UX Designer currently working at AbCellera in Vancouver, British Columbia. He has extensive experience in user experience design, having held various roles at notable companies such as Quiksilver, Ubersuggest, and Mailchimp.
Current Role at AbCellera
Ricky Knight is currently employed as a Staff UI/UX Designer at AbCellera, a biotechnology company based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the design and user experience of the company's products. His role involves applying his extensive knowledge in UI/UX design to enhance user interactions and overall product usability.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Ricky Knight has held several significant roles in user experience design prior to his current position. He served as the Director of User Experience at Ubersuggest by NP Digital for 10 months in 2022. Before that, he was a Principal User Experience Designer at the same company for 5 months in 2021. His experience also includes a role as User Experience Manager at Unbounce from 2017 to 2019 and as a Product Design Manager at Thinkific for 3 months in 2021.
Background in Marketing and Advertising
Ricky Knight began his career in the marketing and advertising industry, working with prominent brands such as Arc'teryx, Quiksilver, and McDonald's. His early roles included Junior Copywriter at Fjord Interactive from 2007 to 2009 and various positions at Mountain Equipment Co-op, including Production Artist and Web Content Developer. This background provided him with a strong foundation in creative design and content development.
Education and Expertise in Design
Ricky Knight studied at Capilano University, where he focused on Web and Interactive Design, achieving a specialization in Interactive Design from 2005 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in UI/UX design, particularly in SaaS products, where he emphasizes agile development environments and lean UX methodology.
Transition to SaaS Product Design
Ricky Knight transitioned from a career in marketing and advertising to specialize in SaaS product design. This shift highlights his evolving professional interests and expertise in creating user-centered designs that enhance the functionality and experience of software applications.