Transforming ideas into impactful digital experiences through design, code, and strategy.

Previously employed at Nestlé and Saatchi & Saatchi, I am available for new full-time, contract or advisory positions.
Selected Work
2022-2024
About
I'm Dexter Jacobs, a seasoned Digital Experience Strategist and Designer with over 15 years of expertise at the intersection of design, technology, and innovation leadership. I've partnered with leading brands in healthcare, consumer goods, telecom, and finance to deliver impactful digital solutions.

With deep proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML & CSS, React.js, Vue.js, and Bootstrap, I excel in front-end development, user interface design, and rapid prototyping. My recent certifications from MIT in AI, blockchain, IoT, cloud computing, and cybersecurity ensure I stay ahead of industry trends, empowering me to create innovative, user-centric digital experiences that drive results.

I am very passionate about exploring the next frontiers in eCommerce , Product Design and Emerging Technologies.
Expertise
User Interface Design
User-Centered Design
Interaction Design
Interactive Prototyping
Design Systems
Information Architecture
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Accessibility Design
Graphic Design
Campaign and Content Design
Omnichannel Commerce
Cultural Awareness
Innovation Leadership
Tools
Figma
Adobe XD
Illustrator
Photoshop
After Effects
Miro
Balsamiq
Axure
Midjourney
ChatGPT
Vercel
Spline 3D
Experience
UX Designer - Bausch Health
2024 - 2024
UX Designer - Merck Creative Studio
2022 - 2024
Digital Designer - Gradient Experiential
2019 - 2019
Digital Strategist - Nestlé
2014 - 2018
Digital Designer - Saatchi & Saatchi
2012 - 2015
Digital Designer - Pepper Advertising
2011 - 2012
Web Designer- Bermudez Group
2010 - 2011
Graphic Designer - AS Bryden
2007 - 2009
Certifications
BSc Media Studies
The News School
Digital Transformation: Emerging Technologies
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cloud & DevOps Transformation
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Interaction Design for Usability
Interaction Design Foundation
Psychology of eCommerce
Interaction Design Foundation
eCommerce Foundations
Parsons School of Design
Shopify Theme Development
Shopify Partners
Google UX Design
Google