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Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

Update: 2025-09-24
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This week, I’m joined by Emma Clayton, who began her career as a graphic designer and has since transitioned into user experience (UX). She shares what inspired her to make the switch, the key skills needed to break into the UX field, and practical tips for getting started. 


⬇️  Connect with Emma


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-clayton-12a36453/ 


 


Learn more about the role of a UX designer: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/ux-designer 


Explore what you can do with a graphic design: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree/graphic-design 


Discover roles within media and internet: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/browse-sector/media-and-internet 


 


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📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts 


 

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Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

Breaking into UX design: Tips, skills, and how to enter the industry

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