Ed Manson — Design Lead
Ed Manson — Design Lead
With 10+ years across agencies, startups, and scale-ups, I’ve developed expertise in both hands-on design and strategic leadership. Currently at Bettor Faster, I lead cross-functional teams while exploring how AI and emerging technologies can enhance the design process.
UX Lead • May 2023 to Present
Lead user experience across client projects in fintech and gaming, working with products serving millions of users. Guide clients through the complete project lifecycle while connecting cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive solutions. Promoted from Senior UX to Lead based on client leadership capabilities and internal collaboration approach. Currently driving AI prompting and automation integration to enhance design processes, streamline team workflows, and deliver innovative solutions for clients.
Senior UX Designer • May 2018 to May 2023
Led projects from concept to launch across diverse sectors including education, healthcare, and defence. Managed and mentored junior designers while guiding cross-functional teams through the complete product lifecycle. Focused on product innovation, taking projects from initial strategy through to market launch with emphasis on user-centered design and stakeholder alignment.
Interaction Designer • Nov 2016 to May 2018
Led interaction design across diverse client projects in hospitality, healthcare, finance, and other industries. Involved in all phases of design and development, from user research and requirements gathering through to implementation, ensuring client engagement at every key milestone.
Interaction Designer & FE Web Developer • June 2014 to Nov 2016
Primary front-end developer specialising in WordPress and Shopify websites. Applied design expertise to enhance UX, UI, and interaction design, creating websites that balanced visual appeal with usability and search performance. Collaborated across design and development to deliver comprehensive web solutions for clients.
Interaction Designer & FE Web Developer • May 2013 to May 2014
Contributed to design and development of responsive websites and mobile applications. Developed skills in both visual design and front-end development, working across multiple client projects to deliver comprehensive web solutions.
Interaction Designer & FE Web Developer • Jan 2013 to May 2013
Collaborated on responsive, bespoke website development using HTML, CSS, jQuery/JavaScript and PHP. Gained experience in full-stack web development while contributing to both design and technical implementation.
Junior Web Designer • Sep 2011 to May 2012
Worked closely with senior developers on WordPress-based website design and development. Gained foundational experience in web design principles and content management systems as part of the development team.
Interactive Multimedia Design
Core Expertise
Leadership & Process
Emerging Technologies
Technical Foundation