Senior User Experience Designer

Cella; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital design firm in Toronto is seeking a Hybrid Experience Designer for a 6-month contract role. This mid-senior level position involves creating exceptional digital products and collaborating in a fast-paced environment. Key qualifications include 8-10 years in interactive design, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of user-centered design and experience in the banking sector. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience designing interactive experiences.
• Experience with responsive web and mobile application design (Android, iOS).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating user-centered design.

Responsibilities

• Understand business challenges and customer needs.
• Design engaging end-to-end product experiences.
• Create reusable components in Figma.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite proficiency

Figma experience

User-centered design understanding

UX design experience

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in design-related discipline

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Hybrid Experience Designer with a passion for creating exceptional digital products and services. The ideal candidate is a versatile designer with skills in visual, UI / UX, and motion design, as well as custom illustration development. You will be responsible for defining and crafting design elements that will influence the digital brand experience, from initial concept to final delivery. This role requires a self-starter who can thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance. You will take the initiative to collaborate with various cross-functional teams to translate brand strategy, business goals, user needs, and accessibility standards into effective design solutions.

This is a 6-month contract, with the possibility of an extension for up to two years. The role requires working four days a week onsite in downtown Toronto.

Base pay range

CA$71.00 / hr - CA$76.00 / hr

Responsibilities

• Understand business challenges and identify unmet customer needs.
• Conceptualize and design engaging, end-to-end product experiences.
• Create digital experiences that are thoughtful and compelling while meeting marketing strategies and business goals.
• Participate in and, when required, plan and conduct user research to inform design direction.
• Collaborate with lead designers to create user-advocating interaction solutions.
• Design and create reusable components in Figma.
• Provide detailed specifications to developers and work with them to deliver an experience that exceeds user expectations.
• Develop custom illustrations (2D and 3D) and animations that reinforce emotional connections.
• Maintain a wide understanding of technical constraints and know when to push boundaries.
• Deliver high-quality assets at a fast pace while balancing multiple priorities.
• Continuously advocate for accessibility support in all design solutions and maintain a strong understanding of brand guidelines.
• Contribute to internal discussions, brainstorms, and ideation sessions.

Requirements

• A degree in a design-related discipline (e.g., user-centered design, visual design, graphic design, product design) or equivalent work experience.
• 8-10 years of experience designing interactive experiences.
• Proficiency with Adobe’s Creative Suite (including After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign) as well as other industry-leading interface design tools like Figma.
• Comprehensive understanding of interaction and UI design.
• Proficiency with Figma (3-5 years of experience).
• Experience with responsive web design and mobile application design (Android and iOS).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to ask good questions and effectively communicate ideas to a diverse audience.
• A strong portfolio showcasing your understanding of user-centered design.
• A combination of visual design and user experience (UX) experience is a must.
• Experience in the financial industry is a plus, expertise in Wealth Management is a slam-dunk.
• General understanding of Agile methodologies.
• Experience creating high-fidelity prototypes, user flow diagrams, and storyboards.
• General understanding of HTML / CSS.

If you\'re a hybrid designer passionate about creating digital products and services that provide exceptional experiences and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply with your resume and link to your portfolio today!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design and Information Technology

Industries

• Banking