Lauren Kenel
About Lauren Kenel
Lauren Kenel is a Product Designer with extensive experience in various roles within the arts and design sectors. She has studied Graphic Design and Arts Education, and has worked for organizations such as Songkick, Lightful, and Chez Doris.
Work at Songkick
Lauren Kenel has been employed at Songkick as a Product Designer since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the design and development of user experiences for the platform, focusing on enhancing the overall functionality and aesthetic appeal. Her work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that design solutions align with user needs and business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Kenel has a strong educational background in design and arts education. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Arts Education from Concordia University, studying from 2010 to 2014. She furthered her studies at Mohawk College, where she obtained an Advanced Diploma in Graphic Design from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she has pursued further education in digital skills through Ladies Learning Code and UX Foundations at RED Academy since 2016 and 2017, respectively.
Background
Lauren Kenel has a diverse work history in the arts and design sectors. She began her career as an Education Coordinator at the Art Gallery of Hamilton in 2013. She later worked as a Gallery Intern at Parisian Laundry Art Gallery and as an Artist Educator at Chez Doris in 2014. Her experience also includes a role as a Designer at YWCA Hamilton from 2015 to 2016 and as a Digital Designer at Artefact from 2017 to 2018.
Previous Positions in Design
Before joining Songkick, Lauren Kenel held significant positions in design. She worked as a Product Designer at Lightful from 2018 to 2020, where she focused on creating user-centered design solutions. Her role at Artefact as a Digital Designer from 2017 to 2018 further solidified her expertise in digital design, allowing her to refine her skills in creating effective user interfaces.