Alex Robinson🇺🇸

About Alex Robinson

Product Designer III at Fearless Digital

With over 20 years of design experience, I am a Senior Product Designer and Team Lead specializing in UX research, UI/UX design, and visual design. As the founder of AFK Consulting, I connect early-career designers with startups and small businesses, pairing them with expert mentors to ensure their success. I’m passionate about mentoring emerging talent, helping them grow their skills, build confidence, and navigate their design careers. Whether it’s portfolio reviews, career advice, or leadership guidance, I’m here to support and inspire the next generation of design professionals.

Expertise

Sessions with Alex Robinson

• Design Mentorship Session (60 min): This 60-minute session is tailored to your design journey. Whether you're a student, career switcher, or early-career designer, we’ll focus on what you need most—portfolio feedback, project critique, job prep, or skill-building. Bring anything you’d like help with: – Portfolio or case study for review – Resume or LinkedIn profile – Design process, tools, or research questions – Freelance strategy or career planning I may use a virtual note-taker to capture key insights for your private recap. Come with questions, and I’ll meet you where you are.

What mentees say

“My recent session with Alex was super valuable. He provided insightful guidance on my resume and portfolio, offering constructive feedback that showed his nuanced understanding of professional development. His supportive and informative mentorship style left me motivated with practical strategies for my design journey.”

“I had a fantastic conversation with Alex. He is incredibly personable and easy to communicate with, which made the conversation engaging and productive. He offered expert insights and actionable steps to help move my career forward. Alex was not only helpful but also encouraging, providing support on a wide range of career topics.”

“Alex was very approachable and kind. He provided detailed feedback on my portfolio homepage and case study, offering actionable solutions for improvement. He also shared some great ideas for future iterations. Overall, a valuable session that got me moving in the right direction. :)”