Free webinar

UX Hiring Trends for University Students in 2024

This webinar is for university and college professionals interested in learning more about UX design as a career opportunity for their students.  Across continuing, professional and higher education.

We’ll be hosting a live panel discussion featuring UX design career advisors and coaches as well as an innovator from University Canada West, Professor Dave Keighron who is passionate about student employability and providing an industry ready skill set for his students.

In this free webinar, you’ll get:

  • Future-Proof Insights: A comprehensive look at what the 2024 UX hiring trends mean for you and your students.
  • Expert Wisdom: Real, actionable advice from those who live and breathe UX, ready to be passed down to your future graduates.
  • Innovative Strategies: Learn how integrating UX more deeply into curricula can set your institution apart and better prepare students for success.

Staying informed with these trends isn’t just about keeping up; it’s about empowering your students to leap into promising careers armed with knowledge and confidence. Register today to secure your place and you’ll receive the recording if you can’t make it live.

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Panelists

Rachael Joyce
Rachael Joyce
Head of Research & Insights, UX Design Institute
Rachael is a skilled researcher with over 10 years’ experience in the field. She is currently Head of Research at the UX Design Institute where she is responsible for delivering insights to guide the company's strategy and direction. With a background in psychology, Rachael is fascinated by how users process information and make decisions when using digital interfaces. She is a mixed-methods researcher with a wealth of experience in both qualitative and quantitative methods. LinkedIn.
Dave Keighron
Dave Keighron
Higher Education Professor, University Canada West
Dave is an experienced leader in innovation & entrepreneurship with a demonstrated history of building innovative academic programs in emerging technologies. His core focus is on building strong collaborative academic and industry teams to design and develop initiatives, focused on increasing student preparedness for future work & career. He is the founding Director, NEXT Generation Innovation Hub at University Canada West he is also a Professor of Marketing, at Douglas College and a member of the UX Design Institute Industry Advisory Council. LinkedIn.
Eoghain Cooper
Eoghain Cooper
Alumni Career Advisor, UX Design Institute
With a wealth of experience in technical recruitment, Eoghain offers a distinctive viewpoint, cultivated through practical expertise in front-end web development and user experience design. Presently serving as an Alumni Career Advisor at the UX Design Institute in Dublin, Ireland, they passionately guide UX design professionals towards maximising their capabilities. Dedicated to providing crucial industry insights, personalised career coaching, and  portfolio evaluations, all geared towards arming designers with the essential resources for landing coveted roles. Committed to fostering avenues for designers to demonstrate their talents and realise their career aspirations. LinkedIn.
Geri Pollock
Geri Pollock
Senior Tech Recruitment Manager - Product & Design, Talent Hub
Geri is a Senior Tech recruiter who specialises in Product & Design. She has worked with companies ranging from Series A Start-Ups, to Fortune 500 multinationals helping to build out their Product & Design (UX, Digital & Creative) teams. LinkedIn.