Tim Turnidge

Tim Turnidge

Lecturer

Tim is a digital designer who teaches web and graphic design at all levels within the Bachelor of Design degree. His research interests lie in information and interaction design, specifically the interfaces and systems that mediate people’s experiences and understanding of the world.

  • Expertise

    Interface design, UX, information design, generative art

  • Recent research successes

    On The Fence (2020)
    On The Fence is a product of the Design & Democracy Project, developed in partnership with industry partner Effect. It is an educational web tool that empowers young undecided and first-time voters to become active civic participants by matching their personal values with political parties. Tim operated as Design Researcher on the project, which involved UX and interface design.

    Cannabis Convo (2020)
    Cannabis Convo is a product of the Design & Democracy Project, developed in partnership with SHORE & Whariki Research Centre and Effect. It is a web tool to help users find the approach to cannabis reform that most aligns with their values. Tim operated as Design Researcher on the project, which involved UX and interface design.

  • Qualifications

    • BDes (Hons) (Victoria University Wellington)
    • MDes with Distinction (Massey University)