Nuala McHugh

Experience

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  Dovecot Studios

  Jul 2008 - Aug 2008

  Assistant to the Curator

  A landmark centre for contemporary art, craft and design built around a leading international tapestry studio that works in collaboration with renowned international artists. Dovecot is unique for its highly creative collaboration between artist, weaver and commissioner.

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  Wallace Sewell

  Jul 2010 - Mar 2011

  Assistant to Studio Manager and Production Manager

  I was awarded an EU funded bursary to work at Wallace Sewell, a highly individual woven textiledesign studio. The varying tasks spanned creative, technical, marketing and administrative duties.On a more practical, skilled side; setting up looms to exact technical specifications, and weaving hand sample swatches to be used in presentations to clients such as the Tate Modern museum.

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  Sophie Roet

  Feb 2011 - Feb 2011

  Freelance

  Sophie Roet is one of Europe's foremost creative woven textile design consultants. I assisted her on a specific project for prestigious textile mill Lanificio F.lli Cerruti. Sophie's clients include Louis Vuitton, Celine, Burberry, Lanvin, Tom Ford, Cartier, Balmain, Christian Louboutin, Victoria Beckham and Christopher Kane.

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  JPA Design

  Mar 2011 - Feb 2015

  Lead Designer

  End-to-end design, service design, research, and concept development through to production. My role includes client liaison, project management, and ensuring design integrity through to implementation. My projects encompass design for Singapore Airlines, American Airlines, Air China, Cathay Pacific, Garuda Indonesia, Boeing, and Dovetail seat development

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  Marc Newson Ltd

  Feb 2015 - Dec 2016

  Lead Designer

  Lead CMF designer and strategy on projects ranging from bespoke furniture and products, high-end private residential interiors, private jets, commercial aircrafts and a superyacht. Clients included some of the best-known and most prestigious brands in the world. http://marc-newson.com/

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  Toastmasters International

  Sept 2015 - Dec 2018

  Various leadership positions

  Toastmasters is a non-profit organisation operating clubs worldwide for the purpose of promoting communication, public speaking and leadership.Area DirectorElected Area Director to provide support and leadership to 5 clubs; including corporate clubs Centurion Leaders (Amex) and Zig Zag (Deutsche Bank) as well as community clubs London Victorians, London Cardinals and Phoenix Speakers. My task is to ensure 150+ members receive quality education in public speaking and development in leadership.President of London VictoriansElected President and leader of London Victorians, a club with over 60 members. During my year leading as President, London Victorians grew to become the biggest club in UK & Ireland and was awarded President's Distinguished Club - the highest level of recognition available with a 10/10 score. Show less

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  Ford Motor Company

  Nov 2016 - Apr 2022

  As part of a small team, our mission was to shape the future of the European portfolio for the next decade by integrating innovative design research methodologies, including collaborations with cognitive psychologists, with deep customer co-creation. This approach centred on understanding and integrating user desires and insights into the design of software, hardware, and services. It closely aligns with business strategies, ensuring that each design decision not only resonates with customers but also contributes to business success, all while maintaining a cohesive brand experience and continuously adapting to evolving market trends. Show less

  • Ford X Design Lead

    Nov 2021 - Apr 2022

  • Global Strategic Designer

    Oct 2019 - Nov 2021

  • Advanced Strategic Lead

    Nov 2018 - Oct 2019

  • Creative Lead

    Nov 2016 - Nov 2018
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  Nuhu ltd.

  Dec 2016 - now

  Creative Director

  I work on a freelance basis to deliver design with intention.

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  Canopy

  Feb 2022 - now

  Design Lead

  Head of Design and Research, I oversee every aspect of research, product design, and user experience for both digital and physical products globally. I lead and grow a team of talented individuals, establishing a multidisciplinary approach in design and research. My role has been instrumental in steering the company through its "zero to one" phase, transitioning from initial concept to establishing a solid foundation in design and research.canopy.security