Francesca Oaksford
About Francesca Oaksford
Francesca Oaksford is a UI/UX Designer with over 15 years of experience in the design industry, focusing on UI/UX for the past 3 years. She has worked for various companies, including Flockjay and RescueTime, and has a background in consumer product design.
Current Position at RescueTime
Francesca Oaksford serves as a UI/UX Designer at RescueTime, a role she has held since 2020. Based in Seattle, Washington, she contributes her expertise in user interface and user experience design to enhance the company's digital products. Her work focuses on creating intuitive and engaging user experiences, drawing from her extensive background in design.
Previous Experience in UI/UX Design
Francesca has accumulated significant experience in UI/UX design prior to her current role. She worked at backerbird for eight months as a UI/UX Designer from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she was a UI/UX Designer at Flockjay for seven months in 2019. These positions allowed her to refine her skills in user-centered design and interface development.
Education and Design Background
Francesca studied at Minneapolis College of Art and Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration from 2005 to 2008. She also attended Gogebic Community College for General Studies from 2004 to 2005. Her educational background in illustration complements her professional experience in consumer product design, enhancing her approach to UI/UX.
Diverse Design Experience
With over 15 years in the design industry, Francesca has held various roles that contribute to her comprehensive skill set. She worked as a Graphic Designer at Silver Fox and Lightboard, Inc. in 2019 and 2020, respectively. Additionally, she served as a Concept Artist at The Bradford Group for seven years, which further developed her creative capabilities.
Teaching Experience in Design
Francesca has experience in academia, having worked as an Adjunct Instructor at both Minneapolis College of Art and Design in 2014 and College of Visual Arts from 2012 to 2013. In these roles, she shared her knowledge of design principles and practices with students, contributing to the education of future designers.