About Design Champs

About Design Champs

Get to know the vision behind our studio, the values that drive our work, and how we’re revolutionizing design education to empower the next generation of creatives.

Mission

Mission

Mission

Mission

Design Better. Teach Smarter.

Learn by Doing

Our courses are built around practical projects, and creative briefs used at leading startups and agencies.

Think Like a Designer

We teach the “why” behind every pixel—so you don’t just copy trends, you create them.

Grow with the Industry

Design moves fast. We move with it—updating our curriculum as tools evolve and trends shift.

Real-world design,
not just theory

Design isn’t local. Neither are we.

We’re building a community that spans borders, time zones, and backgrounds.

Our community spans borders, time zones, and backgrounds, connecting learners with real-world workflows, tools, and challenges from across the globe.

From Coursework
to Career

Real tools. Real feedback. Real growth.

We go beyond the basics—teaching the tools, workflows, and soft skills that real teams use every day.

With hands-on feedback and industry-ready projects, we help designers turn lessons into launches and learning into earning.

Team Spotlight

Meet the people behind Design Champs

Jesse Showalter

Founder, Designer, Educator

Josh Loh

Design Educator

Corinne O'Connor

Operations

5000+ Members

5000+ Members

5000+ Members

5000+ Members

Every Champ Needs a Team

Every Champ Needs a Team

Every Champ Needs a Team

  • Fabio Nobile

    UI/UX Designer

    "Design champs is by far the best professional community I've ever been a part of. Everyone is supportive and straight-forward sharing their knowledge and expertise. Love it! "

  • Nicolette Yates

    @Nicolette

    "Design Champs is a warm and open space to discuss all things #freelancelife and UX/UI. I love the lack of ego and the camaraderie thats hard to find in other design communities."

  • Taylor Rodriguez

    @TaylorR

    "Design Champs has been a game changer when it comes to networking and collaborating with like-minded creators!"

  • Jessica Janusz

    Humble UX Designer

    "Design Champs is like the fun part of school where you get to hang out with your friends while learning. "

  • Nolan Payton

    @nolanpay

    "I ask questions and get actual answers from actual people who have been there done that"

  • Rache Canlas

    @Rachel

    "I love being a part of this supportive community of amazing designers where we help each other grow our skills and knowledge, especially during live events."

  • Ali Fouad

    @Ali

    "Finally, I found a place where I can share my thoughts, get and give feedback, and learn without being judged. Here is the place where you can find the energy to grow. Thanks for being part of my daily routine."

  • Ella Aborn

    @itsella

    "Finally, real comunity with real people"

  • Fabio Nobile

    UI/UX Designer

    "Design champs is by far the best professional community I've ever been a part of. Everyone is supportive and straight-forward sharing their knowledge and expertise. Love it! "

  • Nicolette Yates

    @Nicolette

    "Design Champs is a warm and open space to discuss all things #freelancelife and UX/UI. I love the lack of ego and the camaraderie thats hard to find in other design communities."

  • Taylor Rodriguez

    @TaylorR

    "Design Champs has been a game changer when it comes to networking and collaborating with like-minded creators!"

  • Jessica Janusz

    Humble UX Designer

    "Design Champs is like the fun part of school where you get to hang out with your friends while learning. "

  • Nolan Payton

    @nolanpay

    "I ask questions and get actual answers from actual people who have been there done that"

  • Rache Canlas

    @Rachel

    "I love being a part of this supportive community of amazing designers where we help each other grow our skills and knowledge, especially during live events."

  • Ali Fouad

    @Ali

    "Finally, I found a place where I can share my thoughts, get and give feedback, and learn without being judged. Here is the place where you can find the energy to grow. Thanks for being part of my daily routine."

  • Ella Aborn

    @itsella

    "Finally, real comunity with real people"

  • Fabio Nobile

    UI/UX Designer

    "Design champs is by far the best professional community I've ever been a part of. Everyone is supportive and straight-forward sharing their knowledge and expertise. Love it! "

  • Nicolette Yates

    @Nicolette

    "Design Champs is a warm and open space to discuss all things #freelancelife and UX/UI. I love the lack of ego and the camaraderie thats hard to find in other design communities."

  • Taylor Rodriguez

    @TaylorR

    "Design Champs has been a game changer when it comes to networking and collaborating with like-minded creators!"

  • Jessica Janusz

    Humble UX Designer

    "Design Champs is like the fun part of school where you get to hang out with your friends while learning. "

  • Fabio Nobile

    UI/UX Designer

    "Design champs is by far the best professional community I've ever been a part of. Everyone is supportive and straight-forward sharing their knowledge and expertise. Love it! "

  • Nicolette Yates

    @Nicolette

    "Design Champs is a warm and open space to discuss all things #freelancelife and UX/UI. I love the lack of ego and the camaraderie thats hard to find in other design communities."

  • Taylor Rodriguez

    @TaylorR

    "Design Champs has been a game changer when it comes to networking and collaborating with like-minded creators!"

  • Jessica Janusz

    Humble UX Designer

    "Design Champs is like the fun part of school where you get to hang out with your friends while learning. "

Common Questions

What is Design Champs?

What kind of content does Design Champs offer?

What’s the difference between free and paid membership?

How often are new courses or events added?

Can I cancel or change my membership anytime?

Is this for beginners or experienced designers?

What happens in the chat rooms and forums?

How do the design challenges work?

What tools do I need to participate?

If you have any further questions reach out to our team support@designchamps.io

Common Questions

What is Design Champs?

What kind of content does Design Champs offer?

What’s the difference between free and paid membership?

How often are new courses or events added?

Can I cancel or change my membership anytime?

Is this for beginners or experienced designers?

What happens in the chat rooms and forums?

How do the design challenges work?

What tools do I need to participate?

If you have any further questions reach out to our team support@designchamps.io

Common Questions

What is Design Champs?

What kind of content does Design Champs offer?

What’s the difference between free and paid membership?

How often are new courses or events added?

Can I cancel or change my membership anytime?

Is this for beginners or experienced designers?

What happens in the chat rooms and forums?

How do the design challenges work?

What tools do I need to participate?

If you have any further questions reach out to our team support@designchamps.io

Common Questions

What is Design Champs?

What kind of content does Design Champs offer?

What’s the difference between free and paid membership?

How often are new courses or events added?

Can I cancel or change my membership anytime?

Is this for beginners or experienced designers?

What happens in the chat rooms and forums?

How do the design challenges work?

What tools do I need to participate?

If you have any further questions reach out to our team support@designchamps.io

Get started with Design Champs today

Get access to valuable resources, tutorials, and a supportive community to help you grow and excel in your design skills.

Get started with Design Champs today

Get access to valuable resources, tutorials, and a supportive community to help you grow and excel in your design skills.

Get started with Design Champs today

Get access to valuable resources, tutorials, and a supportive community to help you grow and excel in your design skills.