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David Jakes

David Jakes

Oxted, United Kingdom

VP of Design at Locai | Product Design Leader • VP, AI Design • Mentor, Consultant, Founder • Helping businesses succeed!

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Summary

David is a creative experience design and research practitioner with over 20 years of experience, demonstrating proven leadership, technical expertise, and exceptional time management skills. He has a proven history of leading innovative and creative products, as well as teams, while consistently applying sound experience principles. David's extensive experience spans both agency and client-side roles, providing a well-rounded perspective on design and research. David's mission is to amplify the presence of your brand and products, forging meaningful connections with your audience through distinctive and coherent design strategies. From the initial concept to the final delivery, David works closely with all involved, ensuring the brand and product effectively resonates with the target audience. David is not just a service provider but a committed design ally, dedicated to bringing visions to life and propelling brands and products to new heights. Design Agency: https://whale.agency/ Personal portfolio: https://jakescreates.com/

VP of Design

Locai

1 Mar 2024 - Present

2yrs 5mos

LocAI is at the forefront of AI innovation, creating transformative solutions and cutting-edge Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) products, automating existing processes and fostering innovation.

Design Consultant & Founder

Whale.Agency

1 Apr 2010 - Present

16yrs 4mos

London, England, United Kingdom

Whale is an independent design studio focused on brand strategy, user-centred product design (web and app), visual identity and marketing. We work closely with teams and senior leaders, driving innovation and creative direction while keeping the user at the heart of every decision.

Fresha

1mo

VP of Design

1 Jan 2022 - 31 Oct 2023

1mo

London, England, United Kingdom

Head of Design

1 Nov 2021 - 31 Jan 2022

1mo

London, England, United Kingdom

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