Emma Kilczynski
About Emma Kilczynski
Emma Kilczynski is a Product Design Lead at du, specializing in user experience and design principles. She has extensive experience in various roles across notable companies, including Emirates and Vodafone, and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Communication & Typography from the University of Reading.
Current Role at du
Emma Kilczynski serves as the Product Design Lead at du, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for leading design initiatives within the Greenfield digital transformation project. She has successfully led the design for the in-store dealer app, contributing to the overall enhancement of user experience. Emma operates within a SAFE Agile environment, which allows her to deliver projects efficiently while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Emma Kilczynski has a diverse background in user experience design, having worked at several notable organizations. She was a Senior User Experience Designer at Emirates from 2018 to 2021, where she focused on enhancing user interactions. Prior to that, she held the position of Middleweight UX/UI Designer at Vodafone for 11 months in 2017-2018. Her career began with roles such as User Experience Designer at Miramar Agency and Creative Artworker at The Marketing Practice, showcasing her growth in the field over the years.
Educational Background
Emma Kilczynski completed her Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Communication & Typography at the University of Reading from 2010 to 2013. Prior to this, she studied at Abingdon and Witney College, where she earned a Foundation degree in Art and Design from 2009 to 2010. Emma also completed her GCSE and A Level studies at Didcot Girls' School, laying the groundwork for her future in design.
Design Principles and Methodologies
Emma applies best practice design principles derived from established theories such as Nielsen Norman and Laws of UX in her work. She utilizes a mature design system built in Figma to create high-fidelity prototypes, ensuring that her designs are both functional and visually appealing. Additionally, she aligns her design work with C-level executives to maintain strategic alignment throughout the design process.