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Robert Stribley

Robert Stribley

Creative Director | UX Consultant | Educator | Writer

Location icon Brooklyn, NY, USA

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.

Job Categories

Creative Services
Consulting
Research
Training
Executive Leadership

Industries

Automotive
Media
Finance
Continuing Education

Top Skills

User Experience Design
Information Architecture
Interaction Design
Content Strategy
User Research
Team Leadership
Training and Facilitation
Public Speaking

Special Interests

Online Privacy
Human Rights
Cross-Cultural Learning
Global Collaboration
Inclusive Design Practices
Photography
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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.

Ask Me About

Information Architecture
Interaction Design
User Research
Usability Testing
Content Strategy
Copywriting
Team Leadership
UX Workshops
Agile Design Methodologies
Privacy-Centric Design
Experience Design for Non-Profits
Teaching
Mentorship

UX Strategy and Design

Description
For: Mid- to large-scale organizations. Comprehensive UX strategy and design services tailored to meet organizational goals and user expectations.
Outcomes
mproved user engagement, streamlined workflows, and actionable design recommendations.

Privacy-Focused Design

Description
For: Organizations prioritizing data privacy and security. Designing for privacy compliance and user trust through intuitive digital interfaces.
Outcomes
Enhanced user confidence and alignment with global privacy standards.

UX Workshops

Description
For: Teams looking to enhance UX understanding and application. Custom workshops covering topics like user research, agile design, and accessibility.
Outcomes
Teams equipped with practical UX skills and strategic framework

Content Strategy

Description
For: Organizations seeking to enhance their digital storytelling and user engagement. Strategic content planning and development tailored to align with user needs and brand goals, ensuring clarity, consistency, and impact across platforms.
Outcomes
Improved user engagement, stronger brand voice, and content that supports seamless user experiences.

Wisdom at Work

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.

Summary of Skills

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