Design Generalist

RRD Global Delivery Centers; Chennai District; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in Chennai is seeking a Design Generalist to deliver high-quality UI/UX designs and take on leadership responsibilities. This hands-on role involves managing design requests, creating prototypes, and leading client communications. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in Visual/UI Design with experience in WordPress and tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Visual/UI Design with a strong portfolio.
• Experience designing WordPress sites with commercial themes.
• Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review design requests and define turnaround times.
• Create high-fidelity UI designs and prototypes.
• Lead client calls to capture requirements.

Skills

Visual/UI Design

Client-facing communication

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

CSS knowledge

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

RRD is looking for a Design Generalist who can deliver high-quality UI/UX design work and take ownership of end-to-end design execution. This is a hands-on design role with leadership responsibility — when the lead is unavailable, you’ll act as the lead: review work, assign tasks, make design decisions, and manage escalations.

You’ll review design requests, estimate efforts, set and own TATs (turnaround times), run client calls, etc. This role demands someone who can think independently, make practical decisions under pressure, and guide others, not someone who needs constant direction.

What You’ll Own / Responsibilities

• Review the incoming design requests: assess scope, provide written responses, and define TAT for delivery.
• Estimate effort and define acceptance criteria for each request; communicate timelines transparently to stakeholders.
• Create high-fidelity UI designs and prototypes for web and mobile platforms, maintaining visual consistency and design systems.
• Design and build WordPress sites using themes: configure layouts, customize templates etc.
• Lead client calls to capture requirements, ask relevant questions, and define scope.
• Act as interim lead when the lead is away — delegate work, review designs, and mentor the other designers.
• Ensure all designs align with brand standards, accessibility basics, and development feasibility.
• Manage pressure situations such as tight deadlines or escalations with clear communication and quick, quality-driven decisions.

Must-have Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Visual/UI Design with a strong portfolio showcasing responsive web and app interfaces.
• Experience designing and delivering WordPress sites using commercial themes or builders.
• Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator etc).
• Strong client-facing communication skills with the ability to run requirement discussions.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to stay composed under tight timelines.

Good-to-have

• Familiarity with Elementor, WPBakery, or similar page builders; Practical knowledge of HTML and CSS (able to edit, troubleshoot, and fine-tune)
• Experience with design systems and accessibility (WCAG basics).
• Knowledge of motion and visual enhancement tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, or 3D applications (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Figma 3D plugins) to create modern, market-relevant visuals.

Job terms -

Office location - Teynampet (Chennai), WFO only

Shift timings - 1 to 10pm

If you have the skills required for this role, please send in your application including your updated resume and portfolio to [e-mail].