Robert Stribley
Creative Director | UX Consultant | Educator | Writer
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About
I design thoughtful user experiences for brands of all sizes across industries like automotive, finance, media, and non-profits. With leadership roles at Razorfish, Publicis Sapient, and Wachovia, I’ve worked with clients such as Mercedes-Benz, JP Morgan, and the American Red Cross. I also teach UX design at Manhattan’s School of Visual Arts and write extensively on design, privacy, and digital transformation. Born in Perth, Western Australia, and having traveled across every continent, I bring a global perspective to crafting impactful, inclusive solutions. Whether collaborating with brands or mentoring students, I combine creativity and strategy to deliver user-centered digital experiences that drive measurable results and meaningful change.
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What I Offer
I help organizations craft impactful digital experiences by solving complex UX challenges. With 20+ years of expertise, I deliver intuitive, privacy-focused solutions that drive results, blending creativity, strategy, and a global perspective to transform user interactions.
UX Research & Strategy
Comprehensive user research and actionable insights to align designs with business goals.
Experience Design
Development of seamless, intuitive, and engaging digital interfaces.
Workshops & Training
Empowering organizations through custom workshops and team training sessions.
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UX Strategy and Design
Privacy-Focused Design
UX Workshops
Content Strategy
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Notable Roles
Experience Design Director, Technique
Founded Technique to offer UX solutions, design management, and user research services. Current projects include collaborations with Genesis (automotive) and Open Technology Fund (internet freedom projects).
Experience Design Director, Razorfish
Led projects for Mercedes-Benz USA, overseeing digital properties and functionalities like inventory management and BYO vehicle features, yielding significant user engagement improvements.
Senior Information Architect, Wachovia
Key contributor to Wachovia's award-winning intranet redesign, supporting over 100,000 employees. Successfully migrated legacy systems into a unified digital platform.
Areas of Expertise
Experience Design and Strategy
Expert in conceptualizing, developing, and implementing UX strategies that align with business objectives and user needs. From heuristic analyses to wireframes, my work emphasizes clarity and intuitive user interactions.
Content Strategy and Development
A seasoned writer and strategist, I craft narratives that connect brands to audiences. My work spans publications, web copy, and storytelling for user journeys.
Teaching and Mentoring in UX
With over a decade of teaching experience at Manhattan’s School of Visual Arts, I mentor the next generation of UX professionals, covering fundamentals, accessibility, and privacy-focused design.
Key Achievements
Redesign for EMC.com
Contributed to an award-winning design, recognized as Best Information Services Website and Best Technology Website by WebAwards.
Mercedes-Benz Digital Solutions
Enhanced BYO vehicle features, driving a 22% improvement in completion rates, and improved homepage functionality with a 700% increase in click-through rates
Teaching at the School of Visual Arts
Consistently inspire and train professionals in UX methodologies, privacy by design, and inclusive practices.
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