Layers Studio

🏗️ Great digital products are built together. At Layers Studio, we collaborate closely with clients, combining their vision with our expertise to create user-focused, data-driven designs. Through open communication, testing, and iteration, we ensure every decision leads to real impact and business success. If you’re ready to build something that delivers 👉 let’s chat: https://lnkd.in/eng7-_Hp #uxdesign #collaboration #datadriven #userexperience

🎂 Layers Studio Turns 9! January was a special milestone as we celebrated 9 years of Layers Studio! Over the years, we’ve grown, evolved, and built something truly special — thanks to our incredible team, clients, and community. Here’s what’s coming in 2025: 📲 Content Marketing We’ve recently expanded our services to offer marketing packages — from consultancy to full-scale social media management. ✏️ Fractional Design Providing flexible, on-demand design support tailored to your needs without the overhead. 🎤 DesignTalks on Tour We’re hitting the road! Catch us every other month in a new city — starting with Leeds in February and Edinburgh in April. Don't worry, we'll still be in the Toon every other month too. ✨ Bootcamps in partnership with Sunderland Software City A free upskilling program for North East locals — helping people get back to work, change careers or supercharge their CVs. We’re excited for everything this year has in store and grateful for the journey so far. Cheers to many more years ahead! #workanniversary #9thbirthday #companyanniversary #companymilestone Paula Harrison James Hanson Lorena Frangeti Jonny Tabiner Alex Waddell Daniel Vickers Niall Baum

↩️ Ready to turn your passion into a career? Are you creative, driven, and eager to level up your skills in UX/UI, design, or marketing? 👇 We’ve got an incredible opportunity for you! Starting from next week, join our fully funded Level 3 Bootcamp in partnership with Sunderland Software City and Tech Talent Ready program! What’s in it for you? ✔ Hands-on training in UX & UI design ✔ Real-world experience with practical projects to build your portfolio ✔ A mock interview to boost your confidence for job opportunities The bootcamp is delivered in a hybrid format, with in-person sessions on Mondays & Thursdays from 10 AM – 12 PM, and virtual sessions throughout the week. There are limited spots available so make sure you SIGN UP TODAY through the link below: ❤️🔥 https://lnkd.in/eXezVnek Got questions? Reach out to Layers Studio or Sunderland Software City via email. #uxdesign #uidesign #skillsbootcamp #careergrowth

🔑 UX and brand strategy work together to shape how people experience a business. Brand strategy sets the tone—voice, visuals, and messaging—while UX ensures every interaction aligns with that identity. A strong brand builds trust, but UX reinforces it. 🎯 If a brand promises simplicity, the experience must be seamless. Good UX turns brand values into action, creating emotional connections through intuitive design and thoughtful interactions. It’s not just about looking good — it’s about feeling right. When UX and brand work hand in hand, businesses create experiences that attract, engage, and keep users coming back. 🤝 In short, brand strategy defines the ‘why’ — UX is your why in action!. Want to bring your brand to life with great UX?  Contact me at james@layers.studio #uxdesign #strongbrand #designteam

I will caveat this by saying not ALL investors!! Often, investors (especially in the very early stages) care more about the Founders than the idea itself because let's be honest, pivots happen (If you have Ross from Friends living rent free in your head right now, you're welcome 😉) so they are more concerned about 'who' they are investing in rather than 'what' they are investing in BUT... I absolutely think this is an important point to raise that when you understand your user and put them at the centre of your business, you'll understand the market better, and you end up with more than just an idea. You end up with a SOLUTION to a real problem that makes investing in your business more attractive. Layers Studio | James Hanson #uxdesign #businessstrategy #startups #investmentready

🔸 Not ready to bring on a full-time hire, but need high-quality design support? We've got you covered. Introducing our fractional design team — expert designers who work on your project, when you need them, without the long-term commitment. 🎯 Whether you need strategic direction, creative execution, or just a bit of extra design muscle, we’re here to bring your ideas to life. Get the flexibility of scaling up, and access top-tier talent without the overhead. Ready to make great design work for you? Let’s talk 👉 https://lnkd.in/eng7-_Hp #designondemand #uxdesigner #designteam

We love our branding and from the feedback we're getting, lots of you love it too! We want to say a huge thank you to the team at Layers Studio who worked with us on our branding project. From start to finish they were professional, creative, organised and approachable. Special mentions to Paula Harrison, Steven W. and Jonny Tabiner who, above all else, were kind and supportive. They're also the first of our Tech Connect Conference Partners to be announced, thank you for your support! Tickets for Tech Connect are available to buy with a special earlybird 20% discount at https://lnkd.in/dtKRRWqc

❤️🔥 Are you passionate about art, marketing, or design? Do you want to take your creative skills to the next level? 👇 We’re happy to announce our fully funded Level 3 Bootcamp, in partnership with Sunderland Software City Tech Talent Ready program! Whether you're just starting out in UX/UI or already have a background in art, design, or marketing, this bootcamp is the perfect way to level up your skills and boost your career. Get hands-on experience in UX and UI design, sharpen your professional skills, and prepare for the real world with a mock interview to help you build confidence. 📩 Sign up through the link below: https://lnkd.in/gWT9Firx Any questions, you can contact Layers Studio Studio or Sunderland Software City via email. Spots are filling up fast! #uxdesign #uidesign #designbootcamp #designcareer Jonny Tabiner Lorena Frangeti

♻️ UX Design at Different Stages of the Product Lifecycle 1. Product Development Stage: ◾Goal: Build a basic version (MVP) of the product to test core features. ◾UX Focus: The primary focus is creating an intuitive and simple experience that solves a clear problem. It's about making sure the product is easy to use and users can navigate it effortlessly. ◾Key Consideration: Gather real user feedback to iterate and refine the MVP. 2. Market Introduction Stage: ◾Goal: Launch the product to the market. ◾UX Focus: Refine the user experience based on early feedback, ensuring the product is usable by a wider audience. Focus on fixing any major usability issues. ◾Key Consideration: Ensure that the messaging aligns with the product's value, and that the onboarding process is smooth. 3. Growth Stage: ◾Goal: Expand user base and scale. ◾UX Focus: As your product grows, it’s essential to maintain consistency and scalability in the UX. Simplify complex processes, improve the interface, and enhance features to keep users engaged. ◾Key Consideration: Optimize for performance as the product's audience expands. 4. Saturation Stage: ◾Goal: Retain the existing user base. ◾UX Focus: At this point, you’ll need to refine UX to differentiate your product from competitors. Focus on delighting users and adding new features to retain existing users. ◾Key Consideration: Focus on personalization and advanced features to keep users engaged. 5. Decline Stage: ◾Goal: Address any waning interest and manage product retirement or redesign. ◾UX Focus: You may need to consider a redesign or refocus the product to remain relevant. User feedback becomes vital in determining whether the product should be revamped or retired. ◾Key Consideration: Create a strategy for managing user expectations and maintaining support. Want to learn more about the product lifecycle? Contact Layers Studio Studio today to explore how we can help you navigate each stage. #ux #designsolutions #digitalproduct

✨ A great day at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music last week! We had an amazing time connecting with brilliant minds across the ecosystem as the DCMS Creative Industries Growth Summit brought national and international sector leaders together. Our conversations reinforced what we’ve believed for years: creative industries power growth, transform communities, and nurture new talent. ❤️ It was lovely to spend the day reconnecting with our clients in the exhibition space, including Gig Lab, Pasimo, and Open Ended Books Equal Arts. We also had the pleasure of hearing Rojin from PolyBox.app during one of the panel discussions. Additionally, it was great to see our Creative UK and Ignite Accelerator alumni, Orbital FX and Grid Finder, contributing to the panel as well! We really enjoyed catching up with familiar faces and meeting new ones. Here’s to more meaningful connections and collaboration in the North East! 😊 Big thanks to TyneSight Photographic for capturing the best moments. Department for Culture, Media and Sport #creative #northeast #networking James Hanson Paula Harrison