Milly Longbottom
About Milly Longbottom
Milly Longbottom is a Product Design Lead at Nationwide Building Society, specializing in Home Propositions. She has a strong background in design, having previously worked at IBM iX and holds a degree in Graphic Communication and Typography from the University of Reading.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Milly Longbottom serves as the Product Design Lead for Home Propositions at Nationwide Building Society. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the development of design solutions that enhance user experience within the home propositions sector. Her role involves leading design initiatives and ensuring that the outputs align with user needs and expectations.
Previous Experience at IBM iX
Prior to her current role, Milly Longbottom worked as a Product Designer at IBM iX from 2016 to 2018. During her tenure, she focused on creating user-centered design solutions, emphasizing the importance of meeting user needs through innovative design practices. This experience helped her develop a strong foundation in product design.
Internship at Air Creative Marketing Ltd
Milly Longbottom began her career with a design internship at Air Creative Marketing Ltd in 2015. This two-month position provided her with initial exposure to the design industry and allowed her to apply her academic knowledge in a practical setting.
Education in Graphic Communication and Typography
Milly Longbottom studied Graphic Communication and Typography at the University of Reading from 2013 to 2016. This three-year program equipped her with essential skills in design principles and typography, forming the basis for her future career in product design.
Design Philosophy and Approach
Milly Longbottom is known for her commitment to high-quality outputs and exceptional design standards. She believes in taking risks and challenging herself with projects that foster skill development. Her design approach emphasizes ideation and experimentation, focusing on user-centered design to create innovative and effective solutions.