Annika Schneider
OPen

I'm a highly collaborative and strategic product designer with a global background and a passion for creating user-centered, data-driven solutions. Most recently at Cleo, one of Forbes' Next Billion Dollar Startups, leading and building high-priority experiences to diversify revenue.

I earned my BFA in Graphic Design & Digital Media from Academy of Art University while competing as a NCAA student-athlete. Balancing collegiate tennis with my design studies, I developed a strong foundation in teamwork & leadership, resilience, strategic thinking, and time management.

After spending the last four years working in the UK, I relocated back to San Francisco in 2024.

Where I shine

Transforming complex business goals into user-centric digital experiences

Leading design initiatives that drive engagement and growth

Combining a deep understanding of user needs with strategic thinking

Leveraging research and data to make informed decisions

Art Direction

To develop an effective art direction, it's important to understand the brand's essence, its target audience, and the intended message. This can be achieved through research and analysis, which can uncover insights about the brand's history, values, and cultural context. Once this information is gathered, designers can create a visual strategy that defines the art direction, including elements such as color palettes, typography, imagery, and tone of voice.

Experience

Cleo

2022 – 2024

Revamping and leading the user experience for Cleo's Savings product. Driving design-led initiatives within a newly established pillar focussing on revenue diversification and growth
London, UK

Cazoo

2021 – 2022

Leading the design efforts for the Checkout Experience with a focus on handling payments while overseeing the UX strategy across Payments and Consumer Finance design teams
London, UK

SAP

2017 – 2021

Crafting designs and product direction to SAP's early-state ventures. Creating end-to-end experiences and innovative solutions supported by SAP technologies within award-winning global design studio SAP AppHaus
San Francisco, CA
Berlin, Germany
Education

BFA
Graphic Design & Digital Media

2013 – 2017

Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA
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