Job Overview

A UI/UX Designer is all about creating cool and easy-to-use digital experiences that make users happy and help businesses succeed. They mix their design know-how, understanding of how people think, and the latest industry trends to build user-friendly interfaces for websites and apps.

Key Skills

• Great people skills
• Familiarity with various areas like product management, engineering, UX/UI, sales, customer support, finance, or marketing.
• In tune with trends in mobile, communication, and collaboration.
• Skilled in using design tools like Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Sketch.

Job Duties

Dive into user research to get a grip on what users want, how they act, and what they like. This could mean chatting with users, sending out surveys, running usability tests, and digging into user data to guide design choices.

Build wireframes and both low and high-fidelity prototypes to show off the layout, structure, and functionality of digital products. These prototypes are great for sharing design ideas and interactions with stakeholders and developers.

What You Need

To be a UI/UX designer, there are some key qualifications and skills that companies usually look for. While specific needs can change based on the company and job level, here are some typical qualifications for UI/UX designers:

• Education and Training
• Design Abilities

Additional Perks

As a UI/UX designer, besides your base salary, you might score some extra perks from your workplace. These can differ based on the company and where you're located, but here are some common ones you might find.