Hayden Chambers
About Hayden Chambers
Hayden Chambers is a UX Manager at Canonical, with extensive experience in design and user experience across various industries. He has held positions at several companies, including Zartis and ETFmatic LTD, and has a strong educational background in design.
Current Role at Canonical
Hayden Chambers serves as the UX Manager at Canonical, a position held since 2023. This role is based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain, and operates in a remote capacity. In this position, Chambers focuses on enhancing user experience through design and technology, aligning with Canonical's commitment to open-source software development.
Previous Experience in Design and UX
Prior to joining Canonical, Hayden Chambers held several significant roles in design and user experience. From 2018 to 2023, he was the Head of Design and UX at Zartis in Madrid, where he led design initiatives. He also worked as a Senior Product Designer at EcoOnline Global from 2021 to 2023, and as Frontend Lead at ETFmatic LTD from 2014 to 2018. Earlier in his career, he served as an Art Director at Muchoviaje and MBO PUBLICIDAD Y GESTION MADRID SL.
Educational Background in Design
Hayden Chambers has a robust educational background in design. He studied at the IED Istituto Europeo di Design, earning a Master in Digital & Interactive Design in 2000. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor of Design with Honors in Visual Communication at Unitec from 1997 to 2001. He has also pursued further education through Coursera, enhancing his skills in the field.
Expertise in Design Thinking and Technologies
Chambers specializes in design thinking, front-end technologies, and standards compliance. His expertise extends to interface process and development, enabling him to facilitate teams in creating high-end user experiences. He has experience across various industries, including art museums, advertising firms, and the public sector, contributing to a broad design-lead perspective.
Career Highlights and Contributions
Throughout his career, Hayden Chambers has contributed to numerous projects that emphasize user experience and design innovation. His work at organizations like Govett-Brewster Art Gallery and Zartis showcases his ability to integrate new technologies into user-centered design processes. His interest in facilitating teams reflects his commitment to advancing design practices within the industry.