UI/UX Design Specialist

Location: Remote

Role Type: Full-Time

Employee Type: Volunteer/Intern

Key Responsibilities:

• User Research: Conduct user research to understand user behaviors, preferences, and pain points. Gather insights through methods such as surveys, interviews, usability testing, and analytics analysis. Use research findings to inform design decisions and improve user experience.

• Wireframing and Prototyping: Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize and communicate design concepts. Iterate on designs based on feedback from stakeholders and usability testing sessions. Use tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or InVision.

• UI Design: Design user interfaces that are visually appealing, consistent, and aligned with brand guidelines. Create layout designs, color schemes, typography, and iconography to enhance usability and accessibility. Ensure UI elements are responsive and adaptable to different screen sizes and devices.

• Interaction Design: Define user interactions, animations, and transitions to enhance usability and delight users. Design intuitive navigation flows, feedback mechanisms, and microinteractions that guide users through the interface and provide a seamless experience.

• Usability Testing: Conduct usability testing sessions to evaluate the effectiveness of designs and identify areas for improvement. Gather feedback from users and stakeholders to validate design decisions and prioritize enhancements.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, developers, and marketers throughout the design process. Communicate design ideas, rationale, and requirements effectively to ensure alignment and successful implementation.

• Accessibility: Ensure designs comply with accessibility standards and guidelines to make digital products usable by people with disabilities. Consider factors such as color contrast, text legibility, keyboard navigation, and screen reader compatibility.

• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in UI/UX design. Participate in workshops, conferences, and online courses to enhance skills and knowledge.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

• Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma, or InVision.

• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.

• Knowledge of user-centered design processes, usability principles, and UX methodologies.

• Experience with prototyping tools such as Axure RP, Proto.io, or Principle.

• Familiarity with front-end development technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Creative thinking, attention to detail, and empathy for user needs.

• A portfolio showcasing previous UI/UX design projects, demonstrating creativity, usability, and problem-solving ability.