Ask Me Anything: How to Network as a Junior Designer
Struggling with real-life networking as a junior designer?
You are definitely not alone! As a junior designer on the job hunt, networking can seem like a wild ride - sometimes intimidating, but packed with exciting opportunities. I’ve met some awesome people just by taking the plunge: from sending cold messages on LinkedIn (yep, to folks I’d never met!) to chatting with new faces at events and conferences. It’s all about putting yourself out there and seeing what happens!
That’s why I am hosting this Ask Me Anything (AMA) session all about networking, sharing my experience for early-career UX, UI, service, and product designers. If cold outreach gives you butterflies or you have no clue where to start, come hang out! Bring your questions, swap stories, and pick my brain. I’m here to spill the secrets, share some laughs, and help you feel more confident about building connections.
See you online!
Host: Daisy Wu
Daisy is a Local Leader of IxDF London with over 10 years of diverse experience spanning journalism, marketing, and design. She has developed strong expertise in cold outreach and lead generation, and is eager to share practical mindsets and strategies for approaching networking effectively.
Co-host: Alessandra Maccario
Alessandra is a UX Lead specialising in human-centred and AI-driven design. With a background in UI and UX strategy, she’s led global teams, mentored designers through IxDF, and writes about how technology meets human needs in Uxperiment.
What’s Coming Up Next
In-person Networking Event
Design Hackathon
We look forward to seeing you at the upcoming sessions and supporting you every step of the way.