Andy Weidemann
About Andy Weidemann
Andy Weidemann is a Senior Product Designer with extensive experience in UI and UX design, currently working at divvyDOSE since 2021. He has previously held design roles at notable companies such as BMO Financial Group and Morningstar, and has a strong educational background in Visual Communications Design and Interaction Design.
Work at divvyDOSE
Andy Weidemann has been serving as a Senior Product Designer at divvyDOSE since 2021. In this role, he has collaborated with UX researchers and stakeholders to identify user needs through shadow sessions. He has also led design and product initiatives for various teams, including Clinical Care, Billing, and Insurance, focusing on enhancing user experience and UI improvements. Additionally, Andy developed and managed a fully integrated design system for internal applications, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the design processes at divvyDOSE.
Previous Experience in Product Design
Prior to his current role, Andy Weidemann worked at Morningstar as a Senior Product Designer for three months in 2020. He also spent two years at BMO Financial Group, where he held the position of Senior Product Designer from 2018 to 2020. His experience in product design spans various companies, including Tribune Media and Sears, where he worked as a UI Designer, and Akimbo - Publicis Group, where he served as a Packaging Designer. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set in design and user experience.
Educational Background
Andy Weidemann studied Visual Communications Design at Purdue University, earning his degree from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education by obtaining a BFA in Graphic Design from Columbia College Chicago between 2005 and 2007. In addition, he pursued a certification in Interaction Design from the University of California San Diego from 2016 to 2017. This educational foundation has provided him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of design.
Independent Design Consulting
Since 2007, Andy Weidemann has also been working as an Independent Design Consultant through his company, Weidemann Design. This role has allowed him to apply his design expertise across various projects and industries in the Greater Chicago Area. His extensive experience in design consulting complements his work in product design, showcasing his versatility and commitment to the field.
Early Career and Internships
Andy Weidemann began his career as a Web Design Intern at Chicago magazine in 2007, where he gained initial experience in the design field. Following this internship, he worked in various design roles, including as a Packaging Designer at Webb deVlam and Akimbo - Publicis Group. His early career experiences laid the groundwork for his subsequent positions in UI and product design, contributing to his professional development.