Jo Ward

Designer at PDR

About

Jo is a Designer | Researcher at PDR International Centre for Design and Research. Located within Cardiff Metropolitan University, she co-ordinates the integration of PDR’s research and development expertise into Clwstwr projects. Utilising an understanding in design methodologies, Jo aims to create an inclusive environment that promotes creative thinking. At PDR, Jo has worked across funded European projects implementing design support for SMEs as well as commercial design research projects for public and private sector organisations. Jo enjoys meeting with varied groups of people to help them join the dots by understanding needs in order to identify opportunities and develop solutions to potential futures. A graduate of both CSAD and Cardiff University, Jo is a multidisciplinary creative with a passion for CPD and has degrees in Fine Art, Education and Design.