Alastair Jones
About Alastair Jones
Alastair Jones is a Product Designer with extensive experience in interaction design. He has worked for notable companies such as Wolff Olins and Banked, and his work has received recognition, including a D&AD Wooden Pencil award.
Work at Banked
Alastair Jones has been employed at Banked: Digital Payments as a Product Designer since 2020. In this role, he focuses on creating user-centered design solutions that enhance the digital payment experience. His work involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative product features and improve overall usability.
Previous Experience in Design
Before joining Banked, Alastair Jones held several design positions. He worked as a Senior Product Designer on a contract basis at Habito from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as an Interaction Designer at Wolff Olins from 2014 to 2018. He also freelanced as an Interaction Designer at hai-ku Design Ltd from 2013 to 2014 and worked as an Interactive Designer at ico Design Partners from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Alastair Jones studied Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University, where he earned a BA (Hons) from 2006 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in product design and interaction design. He has also gained practical experience through freelancing since 2018, working in various team structures.
Awards and Recognition
Alastair Jones has received recognition for his design work, including being a runner-up in the FastCo Innovation by Design awards. He is also a winner of a D&AD Wooden Pencil award. His projects have been featured on platforms such as Site Inspire and AIGA Eye on Design, showcasing his contributions to the design community.
Teaching and Mentorship
In addition to his design work, Alastair Jones has contributed to education by guest tutoring at Ravensbourne University. This involvement reflects his commitment to sharing knowledge and mentoring the next generation of designers.