Ollie Macky
About Ollie Macky
Ollie Macky is a Senior Product Designer based in Melbourne, Australia, with extensive experience in UI/UX design and frontend development. He has worked for notable companies such as PaperCut Software and founded Sidechain Studio, a digital design studio focused on enhancing user experience through design and development.
Work at PaperCut Software
Ollie Macky has been employed at PaperCut Software as a Senior Product Designer since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experience through effective design strategies. Prior to his current position, he worked at PaperCut Software as a UI Designer/Digital Designer for three months in 2019. His tenure at PaperCut Software has allowed him to develop a strong understanding of product design within the software industry.
Current Role at Sidechain Studio
Ollie Macky serves as the Director of Design & Development at Sidechain Studio, a digital design studio he founded in 2016. His responsibilities include overseeing design projects that encompass UI/UX design, eCommerce, mobile app development, and visual identity. Under his leadership, Sidechain has collaborated with various clients on diverse digital projects, contributing to his extensive experience in the design field.
Previous Experience in Digital Design
Ollie Macky has a background in digital design that includes working as a Digital Designer at John Brown Media from 2011 to 2015 in London. He has also held freelance positions as a Frontend Developer at Animals Australia and Technium eCommerce, as well as a Web Designer at Spotzer. These roles have contributed to his comprehensive skill set in both design and development.
Education and Expertise
Ollie Macky studied at Auckland Grammar School, where he achieved a School Bursary in Art. He furthered his education at Free Code Camp, earning a Full Stack Web Development Certification in Computer Software Engineering. His studies at Media Design School in Auckland also contributed to his design knowledge. He combines his design background with development skills, focusing on reverse engineering design processes to enhance understanding and improve coding skills.
Technical Skills and Programming Languages
Ollie Macky is experienced in a wide range of programming languages and frameworks. His technical skills include proficiency in CSS/SASS/LESS, HTML/HTML5, JavaScript/ES6, jQuery, GSAP, React, Meteor JS, Liquid, Keystone JS, PHP, and WordPress. This diverse skill set enables him to ensure both functional and aesthetic excellence in user experience across various digital projects.