Design Ahead

Check out the new website and claim your FREE HCD Foundations Framework at designahead.co.ukDesign Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.Follow me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandesFollow Design Ahead:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignaheadTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignaheadLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6cApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

Leadership doesn't have to take 10-15 years experience. It comes from knowledgable, solution-oriented individuals. In today's episode, I explain my journey from Graduate to Lead UX Designer in under 5 years, and the steps you can take to do the same.Check out the new website and claim your FREE HCD Foundations Framework at designahead.co.ukDesign Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.Follow me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandesFollow Design Ahead:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignaheadTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignaheadLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6cApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

Leadership doesn't have to take 10-15 years experience. It comes from knowledgable, solution-oriented individuals. In today's episode, I explain my journey from Graduate to Lead UX Designer in under 5 years, and the steps you can take to do the same.Check out the new website and claim your FREE HCD Foundations Framework at designahead.co.ukDesign Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.Follow me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandesFollow Design Ahead:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignaheadTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignaheadLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6cApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

Check out the new website and claim your FREE HCD Foundations Framework at designahead.co.ukDesign Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.Follow me:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandesFollow Design Ahead:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignaheadTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignaheadLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6cApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

We all need time to reset, and sometimes, a holiday isn't enough. Taking a career break can be the perfect opportunity to travel or focus on a personal project - and here's why and how to do it. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

2025 is set to be one of the biggest years in human history, and the Creative industry will be transformed. But, who are the companies you need to keep an eye on? Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

It's time to look forwards to 2025 and discuss the most anticipated releases for the creative industry! Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

It's been a crazy year for the Creative Industry, and what better way to look back than with an awards show! In this episode, we'll be taking a look at the biggest breakthroughs, trends and lessons learned in the industry and discussing what has stood out the most this year. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

It's been a crazy year for the Creative Industry, and what better way to look back than with an awards show! In this episode, we'll be taking a look at the biggest breakthroughs, trends and lessons learned in the industry and discussing what has stood out the most this year. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

Human Centred Design (also know as User Centred Design) has been one of the most important subjects within the creative industry over the past decade. Many are still discovering it, and today's episode looks to contextualise the principles, roles and motivations of HCD / UCD. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

We've seen radical change over the past few years with the introduction of Generative AI - but what does the future hold? This is just the first era, and the next few decades are set to radically change the world as we know it. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

In a world that demands so much from us, it's difficult to find the time to work on managing our mentality. Small changes can make a big difference, from eating well to reducing decision fatigue. Learn from my mistakes and take action today - you'll thank me tomorrow. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

The difficulty many of us face is finding a career we want to pursue. In a world of infinite potential, it can be tricky recognising the right path to take. Sometimes, it could be right in front of us - and it takes a leap of faith to take the opportunity. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow me: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-fernandes/ Medium: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963

Digital Sustainability is a critical topic everybody must understand. We have the power to make an incredible difference when we multiply change at scale. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry. Follow Design Ahead: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsdesignahead TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@letsdesignahead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/design-ahead-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1eJ4lGykCJndYcmMcDe6La?si=f4d2944900734e6c Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/design-ahead/id1772545963 My Digital Sustainability blog series: https://medium.com/@jakefernandes/digital-sustainability-the-invisible-environmental-crisis-part-1-0a5c1a0390ce Sources: What We Owe The Future - William MacAskill Tom Greenwood (Wholegrain Digital) UK GOV & Defra

In this episode of Design Ahead, we investigate the impact Generative AI models can have on day-to-day creativity. Using tools like ChatGPT, Midjourney and Adobe Firefly, you can improve your workflow exponentially and get more done, quicker. Design Ahead, hosted by Jake Fernandes, is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.

In the first episode of Design Ahead, I outline my expectations for the podcast and what you can expect to receive from episodes. Design Ahead is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the creative industry. We dive into the latest trends and technologies - from AI and the metaverse to accessibility and sustainability - empowering you to shape the future our industry.