Alex Demes
About Alex Demes
Alex Demes is a Staff Product Designer based in Berlin, originally from the U.K., with over a decade of experience in design and strategy. He has held various design roles at notable companies, including FinLeap and EPIC Companies, and has a strong educational background in Graphic Design and Illustration.
Current Role at Taktile
Alex Demes serves as a Staff Product Designer at Taktile, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing digital product design and brand identity. His work involves creating user-centered designs that align with business goals and improve user experience. Based in Berlin, Alex contributes to Taktile's mission of delivering innovative solutions in the digital landscape.
Previous Experience in UI/UX Design
Prior to his current role, Alex Demes accumulated extensive experience in UI/UX design across various companies. He worked as the Lead Venture UI/UX Designer at FinLeap for two months in 2015 and served as a Senior UI/UX Designer at EPIC Companies for three months in 2014. Additionally, he held the position of Head of Design & User Experience at b10 | Venture Capital from 2015 to 2020, where he led design initiatives for five years.
Educational Background
Alex Demes studied Graphic Design and Illustration at De Montfort University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree from 2004 to 2008. Earlier, he attended Hastings College of Arts and Technology, achieving a Btech Diploma and Foundation degree in Art and Design from 2001 to 2004. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in design and user experience.
Career Development in Design
Over the past decade, Alex Demes has helped various companies develop idea-driven strategies and design solutions. His career includes roles such as UI/UX Designer at novitap GmbH and User Experience Designer at Alex Creative. He also worked as an Interactive & Editorial Designer at Gearing Media Group in the U.K. His diverse experiences have contributed to his expertise in digital product design and user experience.
Location and Origin
Alex Demes is based in Berlin, Germany, but originally hails from the United Kingdom. His international experience in design spans multiple countries and cultures, enhancing his perspective in the field of digital product design and user experience.