Stefan Jay
About Stefan Jay
Stefan Jay is a Design Practices Lead at PaperCut Software, where he has worked as a Senior Product Designer since 2020. With extensive experience in user experience design and front-end development, he has held various leadership roles in prominent companies across Australia.
Work at PaperCut Software
Stefan Jay currently holds the position of Design Practices Lead at PaperCut Software, where he has been a Senior Product Designer since 2020. His role involves overseeing design practices and ensuring that the design team meets project goals effectively. Prior to this, he served as the UX Lead at PaperCut Software for 11 months in 2019. His tenure at the company has been marked by a focus on enhancing user experience and fostering collaboration within the design team.
Education and Expertise
Stefan Jay has a strong educational background in design and multimedia. He studied at Swinburne University of Technology, where he earned a Diploma of Multimedia, focusing on Web Design and Development from 2003 to 2004. Additionally, he completed a Diploma of Arts in Graphic Arts at Holmesglen Institute of TAFE from 2001 to 2002. He has also participated in a UX Masterclass at UX Melbourne since 2014, further enhancing his expertise in human-centered design and user experience.
Background in User Experience Design
Stefan Jay has extensive experience in user experience design, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He served as a User Experience Manager at DuluxGroup from 2017 to 2019 and as a Lead UX/UI Designer at Draftstars Pty Limited from 2016 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a position as a Senior UX/UI Designer at CrownBet Pty Limited and a Senior Web Designer at Multiple Sclerosis Ltd. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a strong understanding of web usability and accessibility standards.
Technical Skills and Design Tools
Stefan Jay possesses advanced skills in various design tools and front-end development technologies. He is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, and InVision, which contribute to his ability to produce high-quality design outputs. His knowledge of front-end development technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3 allows him to bridge the gap between design and development effectively. This combination of skills supports his focus on creating innovative and user-centered design solutions.
Leadership and Team Management
Stefan Jay has a proven track record of managing and leading design teams. He emphasizes fostering team dynamics and achieving project goals within budget and time constraints. His leadership experience includes overseeing design practices at PaperCut Software and previous roles where he guided teams to enhance user experience through effective design strategies. His approach to team management focuses on collaboration and achieving high-quality results.