Matt Roberts
About Matt Roberts
Matt Roberts is a Lead Digital and UX Designer with extensive experience in the field. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Inclusive Design Council at BIMA and has held various design roles at Sightsavers and other organizations over the years.
Current Role at Sightsavers
Matt Roberts serves as the Lead Digital and UX Designer at Sightsavers, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on enhancing user experience and digital design strategies to support the organization's mission. His tenure at Sightsavers has included responsibilities that align with both digital design and user experience, contributing to the development of accessible and effective digital solutions.
Previous Experience at Sightsavers
Before becoming the Lead Digital and UX Designer, Matt Roberts worked as a Digital Designer at Sightsavers from 2017 to 2019. During this period, he contributed to various digital projects, helping to improve the organization's online presence and user engagement. His experience at Sightsavers has provided him with a strong foundation in digital design within the non-profit sector.
Professional Background
Matt Roberts has a diverse professional background in design, having worked in various roles prior to his current position. He was a Graphic/UI Designer at Tremolo® Software for 10 months in 2016-2017 and a Digital + Graphic Designer at Farrows from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he gained early experience as a Graphic Designer intern at The Click Design Consultants and Smith & Milton Brand Limited in 2011 and 2008, respectively.
Education and Qualifications
Matt Roberts studied Graphic Design: Design for Publishing at Norwich University of the Arts, earning a BA (Hons) from 2005 to 2008. He also participated in the Typography Summer School in 2012, where he focused on typography for 11 months. His educational background has equipped him with essential skills in graphic and digital design.
Leadership Role at BIMA
Since 2020, Matt Roberts has served as Co-Chair of the Inclusive Design Council at BIMA (British Interactive Media Association). In this leadership role, he advocates for inclusive design practices within the digital media industry, promoting accessibility and user-centered design principles across various platforms.