Marielle De Geest
About Marielle De Geest
Marielle De Geest is a Senior UX Researcher currently employed at Cogo in Wellington, New Zealand. She has a background in visual communication design and has held various roles in UX research, digital strategy, and education.
Work at Cogo
Marielle De Geest has been employed at Cogo as a Senior UX Researcher since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing user experience through research and analysis. Her work contributes to the development of user-centered design solutions, ensuring that products meet the needs of users effectively. Cogo operates in the Wellington region of New Zealand, where De Geest applies her expertise in UX research to drive innovation.
Previous Experience in UX Research
Before joining Cogo, Marielle De Geest worked at Trade Me as a Senior UX Researcher from 2020 to 2021. In this position, she was responsible for conducting user research and usability testing to inform design decisions. Her experience in this role helped her develop a strong foundation in user experience methodologies, which she continues to utilize in her current position.
Career Background
Marielle De Geest has a diverse career background that includes roles in copywriting, digital strategy, and education. She worked at Neat Places as a Copywriter for eight months in 2016, where she developed content strategies. Following that, she served as a Senior Tutor at Massey University for four months in 2018, providing guidance and support to students. Additionally, she worked as a Digital Strategist at Diagram Limited from 2017 to 2020, where she focused on digital marketing strategies.
Education and Expertise
Marielle De Geest studied at Massey University, where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication Design - Graphic Design from 2013 to 2016. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in design principles and user-centered design practices. Her academic training complements her professional experience in UX research and design.