Tom Kershaw
About Tom Kershaw
Tom Kershaw is a Design Lead at IDEO, where he has worked since 2014. He has held various design roles at companies such as Beam Interactive, Isobar, and MRM//McCann, and has a background in art and design education.
Current Role at IDEO
Tom Kershaw serves as a Design Lead at IDEO, a position he has held since 2014. He operates out of Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he contributes to various design projects and initiatives. His role involves leading design teams and overseeing the creative process to ensure innovative solutions are developed.
Previous Experience in Design
Prior to his current role, Kershaw accumulated extensive experience in the design field. He worked at Beam Interactive in several capacities, including Senior Art Director from 2009 to 2011 and Associate Creative Director from 2011 to 2013. He also held the position of Director of Design at Beam Interactive for a brief period in 2013. Additionally, he was an Art Director at Isobar from 2007 to 2009 and worked as an Interaction Designer at MRM//McCann from 2002 to 2004.
Educational Background
Tom Kershaw studied at Millfield School before pursuing higher education. He attended Blackpool and the Fylde College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1998 to 2001. He also studied at Blackpool School of Art & Design, which contributed to his foundational skills in design.
Early Career in Design
Kershaw began his career in design at Less Rain, where he worked as a Designer for eight months in 2002. Following this, he joined MRM//McCann as an Interaction Designer, where he worked for two years. This early experience laid the groundwork for his subsequent roles in the design industry.