About me
Jemaine Jacobs
I am Senior Product Designer with contagious energy and +12 years of experience in the Design field.
I believe amazing teamwork creates amazing results. That’s why I always search for the true potential in everybody and how to best nurture that in a motivating team environment.
Skillset
/ Holistic Design Approach
I believe everything is seamlessly connected, not just UX/UI as a separate entity, but as an integral part of the entire brand and product experience.
/ Build Authentic Brands
Put on your big-boy-pants and dare to create something authentic, something that truly resonates the essence of the brand. Be bold, be elegant, be funky.
/ Solid Design Systems
A well-structured design system prioritises scalability, usability, and seamless technical implementation, going beyond just good looks.
/ Dig Deep
Don’t design for the sake of designing, design to solve real problems. We dive deep to find those insights that spark meaningful ideas.
Testimonials
Gregory Kukolj
Chief Growth Officer | ex: Sony, Canon, Heineken, Booking.com, Marktplaats, Whoppah | CMO, Mentor, Advisor
Jemaine is the kind of person who makes teams better—not just through her work, but through the energy and enthusiasm she brings to every project.
She fosters a strong sense of teamwork, lifts the people around her, and always finds ways to make the work enjoyable—even under pressure.
Any company looking for a Senior Design leader with strategic insight, strong execution skills, and the ability to elevate both teams and brands would be lucky to have her on board.
Sebastiaan Smits
Marketing Leader | Head of Marketing at Omnia Retail & Dialog (by Visma) | ex: Lightspeed, Orderchamp, Whoppah
Working closely with Jemaine at Whoppah as Marketing Director was a great experience. Together, we worked on our brand identity, refined positioning, and executed impactful branding and advertising campaigns.
Her creative vision and work ethics are admirable and her communication skills ensure a seamless collaboration.
I highly recommend Jemaine as a talented and inspiring design leader.
Daniel Ajubi Awa
Visual designer at Bikkelhart | Board Member We Are RA*W | Illustrator at Dripped Art
I had the privilege of having Jemaine as a mentor. In a highly competitive and fast-paced work environment, she consistently made time to encourage me to dig deeper, explore new ideas, and grow in my craft.
Whenever I faced challenges, I could always count on her for fresh insights that truly resonate with users.
Her sharp eye for design is reflected in the way she approaches her work—methodical, refined, and inviting.
Simon van Leeuw
Sr. Product Designer @ IO
I really loved my conversation with Jemaine. I'm currently at a client where I'm trying to turn around their IT-driven mentality to something more customer-centric.
Jemaine gave me some great pointers from defining the actual company goals to actually crafting your message in a way to get the buy-in that's needed. That, and we had a great vibe. I highly recommend her.
Delaram Sabonchi
Sr. Product Designer @ YIP
Jemaine is an incredibly insightful and empathetic individual who consistently demonstrates understanding and compassion.
She has a remarkable ability to remind you of your strengths while also helping you identify and work on your weaknesses. She provides invaluable support in navigating your career path, especially during tough times and challenging situations.
Marta de Donno
Senior KYC analyst at Bunq
I had a really amazing mentorship session with Jemaine, which was very eye-opening.
She was exceptionally insightful, providing deep, practical advice.
She also offered valuable insights on best practices for interviews and design principles.
In addition she seemed very approachable and encouraging during the discussion.