Tom Wiles

Tom Wiles has a diverse work experience in various industries. Tom started their career as a freelance graphic designer, working on projects such as logos, brand strategy, and promotional materials. In 2015, they joined the yachting industry as a deckhand and later became a bosun, responsible for maintaining the yacht's exterior and ensuring the comfort of high-profile guests.

In 2018, Tom took on the role of bosun and videographer on a motor yacht, where they created personalized videos and photos, managed cameras and footage, and piloted drones. Tom also edited videos under tight time pressure using Adobe Premiere Pro.

From 2019 to 2022, Tom worked at Auckland Transport as a UX designer and videographer, focusing on human-centered design and visual storytelling. Tom'sresponsibilities included developing design strategies, conducting research and workshops, creating personas and journey maps, prototyping, and conducting user testing. Tom also played a key role in creating videos for internal and external use, as well as developing communications strategies and graphic outputs to support the customer experience design team.

Currently, Tom is working as a UX/UI Designer at Toyota Connected Europe.

Tom Wiles has a diverse education history. Tom attended Auckland Grammar School from 2006 to 2010, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned. From 2011 to 2015, they pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Marketing Management and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish at the University of Otago. In terms of additional certifications, Tom obtained a UX Design Micro-Credential from Yoobee College of Creative Innovation in November 2021. Tom also holds a Level 2 Ski Instructor certification from CSIA British Columbia, obtained in March 2019. Additionally, Tom has certifications such as Advanced Open Water Diver from PADI and RYA Yachtmaster Offshore from the Royal Yachting Association (RYA), although the specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not mentioned.