Howard Stredwick
About Howard Stredwick
Howard Stredwick is a Senior Product Designer at Redgate Software, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in user experience design and research, having held various roles in multiple organizations over the past two decades.
Work at Redgate Software
Howard Stredwick has been serving as a Senior Product Designer at Redgate Software since 2020. In this role, he has been responsible for leading the design of enhancements and new capabilities for SQL Monitor, a tool that monitors SQL Server databases. His work focuses on improving user experience and ensuring that the product meets the needs of its users.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Prior to his current position, Howard Stredwick held various roles in user experience design. He worked as a Senior UX Designer at LexisNexis UK for six months in 2013, and as a Lead User Experience Designer at Splendid Unlimited for nine months in 2015. He also served as a Lead Researcher at UX24/7 from 2017 to 2021, and at Clarivate from 2018 to 2019, where he focused on user experience research and design.
Educational Background
Howard Stredwick studied at the University of Kent, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education at the University of Bath, obtaining a Master of Science degree in Human Communication and Computing from 2002 to 2003. This academic background supports his expertise in user experience and product design.
Diverse Career in User Experience
Howard Stredwick has a versatile career that includes experience in in-house, agency, consultancy, and government teams. He has worked on complex transactional digital products, demonstrating his ability to bridge the gap between research insight and product design. His previous roles include positions at Grand Union, Local Government Association, and TUI UK, among others.
Skills and Expertise
Howard Stredwick possesses a strong skill set in user experience design and research. His ability to connect research insights with practical product design has been a key aspect of his work. He has contributed to various projects, including his freelance work at Hotels.com and his role as a User Experience Consultant at Foolproof, showcasing his adaptability and expertise in the field.