April Gibson
About April Gibson
April Gibson is the Director of Product Design and Head of UX at BenevolentAI in London, with over 15 years of experience in user experience and product design.
Director of Product Design at BenevolentAI
April Gibson currently holds the position of Director of Product Design and Head of UX at BenevolentAI, based in London, England. She manages and guides the user experience design strategies and product design initiatives. April's role involves leading a team to create innovative and impactful user experiences that drive the company's technological advancements.
Previous Roles at BenevolentAI
Before becoming the Director of Product Design at BenevolentAI, April Gibson served as Lead Product Designer for five months in 2022 and as a Senior Product Designer from 2020 to 2022. During her tenure in these roles, she contributed significantly to the design and user experience aspects of various projects, showcasing her ability to spearhead critical UX initiatives.
Experience at athenahealth
April Gibson's tenure at athenahealth includes roles such as Senior Manager of Experience Design in 2018, Experience Design Manager from 2014 to 2018, and Senior Experience Designer from 2012 to 2014. During her time at athenahealth, she was integral in shaping the user experience of healthcare technologies, ensuring intuitive and effective design solutions.
Career at Blackbaud
April Gibson worked at Blackbaud (formerly Convio) as a User Experience Designer from 2010 to 2012 and as an Interactive Designer from 2009 to 2010. Her contributions in these roles involved enhancing interactive elements and user interfaces, focusing on nonprofit and educational software solutions.
Early Career and Freelance Work
April's early career includes positions such as Creative Services Coordinator at Deloitte in 2007, Freelance Graphic Designer at Outbox Creative from 2006 to 2009, and Senior Service Line Marketing Representative at Memorial Hermann Healthcare System from 2005 to 2006. She transitioned from marketing roles to design roles early in her career, leveraging her diverse experience in both freelance and corporate environments.
Educational Background
April Gibson studied Communication and achieved a Bachelor of Arts degree from Southwestern University. She also has a high school diploma in Dance from the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Her educational background combines communication skills with a strong foundation in the performing arts, highlighting her creative approach to design and user experience.