Laura Oades
About Laura Oades
Laura Oades is a UX Lead at Muzz, a prominent Muslim marriage app, where she enhances user experience for over 6 million members. With a diverse background in marine biology and digital product design, she has worked in various international environments, showcasing her adaptability and strong analytical skills.
Work at Muzz
Laura Oades serves as the UX Lead at Muzz, a prominent Muslim marriage app with over 6 million global users. In her role, she focuses on enhancing user experience, contributing to the app's success and growth. Laura has been with Muzz since 2021 and has played a vital role in improving the app's usability and design, ensuring it meets the needs of its diverse user base.
Education and Expertise
Laura Oades has a diverse educational background. She studied Marine Biology at the University of Southampton, where she earned an Integrated Master of Science (MSci) from 2010 to 2015. She also attended the University of North Carolina Wilmington for a year in 2013-2014, focusing on Marine Biology. Additionally, Laura completed a Master of Science (MSc) in Web Development at Edinburgh Napier University from 2015 to 2016. Her educational journey reflects her adaptability as she transitioned from marine biology to UX/UI design.
Background
Laura Oades has a varied professional background that includes experience in both marine biology and digital product design. She worked at trivago in Düsseldorf, Germany, as a Digital Product Design Intern from 2016 to 2017, where she gained international experience in UX/UI design. Following that, she served as Lead Designer at Eskimo Media and Technology in London from 2017 to 2020, further developing her design skills before joining Muzz.
Achievements in UX/UI Design
Throughout her career, Laura Oades has demonstrated a unique ability to transform conceptual sketches into data-driven user experiences. This skill highlights her blend of creativity and analytical abilities, which are essential in the field of UX/UI design. Her contributions at Muzz and previous roles reflect her commitment to enhancing user experience and her adaptability in various design environments.