Ashley May
About Ashley May
Ashley May is a Lead Product Designer at Trainline, where she emphasizes digital accessibility and user-centered design. She has a background in graphic design and has held various design roles across notable organizations, advocating for inclusive user experiences.
Work at Trainline
Ashley May currently serves as the Lead Product Designer at Trainline, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on creating user-centered designs that enhance the overall travel experience for users. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Senior Product Designer at Trainline from 2018 to 2022, where she contributed to various design projects aimed at improving digital accessibility and user engagement.
Education and Expertise
Ashley May studied Graphic Design at Arts University Bournemouth, earning a BA (Hons) from 2002 to 2005. She also completed a course in Art and Design at Truro and Penwith College, achieving a National Diploma from 2000 to 2002. Her educational background provides a foundation for her expertise in product design, particularly in areas such as DesignOps, UX, and Research.
Background in Design
Ashley May began her career as a Junior Designer at Eden Project in 2005. She then progressed to various roles, including Senior Creative at NSPCC from 2008 to 2012, and Senior Designer at ORM from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, she worked as a Communication Designer at Thomas Matthews Communication Design in 2006. Her diverse experience in design roles has shaped her approach to creating inclusive user experiences.
Advocacy for Digital Accessibility
Ashley May is an advocate for digital accessibility in design. She emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive user experiences that cater to diverse user needs. Her commitment to accessibility informs her design philosophy and practices, ensuring that products are usable by everyone, regardless of their abilities.
Speaking Engagements and Community Involvement
Ashley May regularly speaks on topics related to DesignOps, UX, and Research. She shares her insights and expertise with the design community, contributing to discussions that promote best practices in product design. Her engagement in these topics helps foster a collaborative environment among design professionals.