My First Course Is Live on Thinkific!

I’m thrilled to share that I’ve officially launched my first course:
Becoming an In-Demand Designer: Mastering the 3 Primary Designer Shapes

This course was created for anyone navigating the world of Learning Design, UX Design, Content Strategy, Production, or other online design fields — whether you’re just starting out or you’re looking to expand your impact and leadership.

Why This Course Matters

Understanding your "designer shape" — whether you're T-shaped, I-shaped, X-shaped, or another type — is essential for thriving in today’s collaborative, interdisciplinary workplaces.

Design isn’t just about creating great products; it’s about how we show up on teams, how we communicate across fields, and how we continuously grow.

Through this course, you'll learn:

✅ Define the characteristics of I-, T-, and X-shaped designers and distinguish between their unique skill sets.

✅ Identify their own design "shape" through a self-assessment activity.

✅ Explore curated resources to deepen their strengths or grow in areas aligned with I-, T-, or X-shaped design profiles.

✅ Simulate real-world team scenarios to evaluate the contributions, challenges, and collaboration styles of each designer shape.

✅ Reflect on decision-making during team simulations to assess the impact of diverse design shapes on project outcomes.

✅ Role play interview scenarios where they describe and demonstrate their value as I-, T-, or X-shaped designers.

✅ Utilize practical resources to prepare for interviews and confidently communicate their design identity and strengths.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for:

• Learning Designers

• UX Designers

• Content Strategists

• Instructional Technologists

• eLearning Developers

• Digital Product Designers

• Anyone working in or transitioning into online learning or design fields!

Ready to Dive In?

Check out the course here 👉 Understanding Your Designer Shape

It’s packed with approachable lessons, real-world examples, and career-building strategies you can apply immediately.

I’m so excited to support you on your journey to becoming a stronger, more strategic designer!

Thank you for supporting independent creators like me — and please feel free to share this course with anyone you think would find it valuable.

Let’s keep building the future of learning and design together!

Thank you for joining me today! Let’s keep learning altogether, as lifelong #LearningMatters.

Best,
Laura Lawson
LearningMatters, LLC
Instructional Designer