Luca Iaconi Stewart
About Luca Iaconi Stewart
Luca Iaconi Stewart is a Senior User Experience Designer at Sallie Mae, with a background in various design roles and a strong interest in renewable energy. He is known for his creativity, particularly in building intricate airplane models, and is passionate about creating intuitive user experiences.
Work at Sallie Mae
Luca Iaconi Stewart currently holds the position of Senior User Experience Designer at Sallie Mae, where he has been employed since 2022. Prior to this role, he served as a User Experience Designer at the same company from 2020 to 2022. His work focuses on enhancing user experiences, ensuring that products are intuitive and efficient for users.
Previous Experience in User Experience Design
Before joining Sallie Mae, Luca worked as a UX Designer and Consultant for the City of Boston for four months in 2019. He also completed a UX Design Immersive Fellowship at General Assembly in the same year. His earlier roles include positions at DM2 as a Designer, Model-Maker, and Videographer, and at SCHUYLER J. RUMSEY PHILATELIC AUCTIONS, INC. where he served in various capacities including Auction Assistant and IT Support.
Education and Expertise
Luca Iaconi Stewart studied at Vassar College, where he earned degrees in Political Science and Environmental Studies from 2009 to 2011. He furthered his education at General Assembly, completing a UX Design Immersive program in 2019. His academic background, combined with his professional experience, informs his approach to user experience design.
Background and Interests
Luca has a background that includes a strong interest in renewable energy, which influences his design philosophy towards sustainable solutions. He engages in long walks, which he finds beneficial for inspiration and clarity in his creative processes. Additionally, he enjoys photography, enhancing his attention to visual detail in his work.
Achievements in Creative Design
Luca gained recognition for his ability to build intricate airplane models from manila folders, demonstrating his creativity and patience. This unique skill reflects his dedication to craftsmanship and design, which also translates into his professional work in user experience design.