From Concept to Cosmos
Insights from my journey as a designer at ESA
10/2023 until now
A mix of individual, group projects and personal initiatives
with leaders and decision makers
Co-design with space actors
with scientists
Use creative facilitation methods and participatory approach with participants initially unfamiliar with such processes
Learn UX/UI design
Design, test and improve wireframe prototypes to provide a unique user experience whilst respecting ESA's branding guidelines
Develop soft skills
be autonomous and train confidence
take initiative and demonstrate leadership
understand and execute strategic direction
Produce a documentary
Follow the technical team during building and testing activities
I even got to help assembling the satellite!
Plan and conduct filming activities; a mix of interviews, b-roll footage and recording of design, assembly and certification tests
Follow interactive presentation approach to engage a 300-person audience
Teach design thinking at ESA
Use events like conferences to talk about design (as the only designer at ESA)
