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

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    Leave us a review: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/future-you-achieve-your-career-goals/id1477627168  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3uXOufxy2nDl7BvnuAt655?si=68bf143ae52b4309  📝 Take the job match quiz: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-match  📩  Follow Future You on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureyou_pod/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@futureyou_pod  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@futureyoupod  📜 Transcript of this episode: https://www.prospects.ac.uk/podcasts/future-you-podcast-transcripts   

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