JOHN COLLINS / BEHIND THE WORK
A little about me.


“Creativity is inventing, experimenting, growing, taking risk, breaking rules, making mistakes and HAVING FUN“
Design with purpose.
As a designer I believe it is our responsibility to use design as a tool to help those who need it most. I am passionate about trying to design for society’s most vulnerable, using a human centred approach to focus on people’s true needs and make their lives better.
Skilled in qualitative research, journey mapping, and stakeholder workshops that surface deep user insights to inform service strategy and experience design. Shortlisted in an international sustainability competition for my final project, reflecting my commitment to purposeful, systems-aware design.
Beyond my professional pursuits, I’m an adventurous and sociable person who finds genuine happiness in nature. Whether it’s the tranquility of hillwalking, the thrill of climbing or the camaraderie of football, I thrive on the exhilaration of physical activity and the joy of connecting with others who share my passions. These diverse interests fuel my creativity and provide a well-rounded perspective that informs my design work.
I approach everything with enthusiasm, an open mind and a willingness to learn which allows me to make the most of any opportunity.
Skills
Project Skills
User Research - Persona Generation - Journey Mapping - Workshop Facilitation - Co-Design - Service Blueprints - Presenting Deliverables
Technical Skills
Adobe Suite - Figma - Framer - CAD - Video Editing - Prototyping & 3D Making - Motion Graphics
Personal Skills
Excellent Communication Skills - High Level Problem Solving - Energetic & Positive - Thrive In Teams & Group Work - Motivated To Learn & Improve - Highly Adaptable