UX/UI Designer

MyStage; Amherst (MA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A music app startup is seeking a motivated UX/UI Designer to enhance app branding and features. Responsibilities include market research and design work on Figma, contributing to a product that helps artists grow audiences. The role offers flexible hours and equity compensation. Ideal for someone with a strong portfolio and collaborative skills.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Mentorship from CEO

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing UX/UI design and website implementation work is required.
• Working understanding of design principles such as layout, typography, and color theory.
• Willingness to collaborate effectively with the team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to prioritize features based on competition.
• Enhance and design app features and branding on Figma.
• Engage in mentorship directly with the CEO.

Skills

Figma

Design principles

Collaborative skills

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Framer

Procreate

Canva

Job description

and the job listing Expires on November 1, 2025

Help shape the app design and branding of a cutting-edge music app!

MyStage is an innovative startup dedicated to enhancing the connections between musicians and their fans. We are creating new revenue streams for artists, comprehensive music event listings for fans, and digital collectibles to support the music community.

We are seeking a motivated and imaginative UX/UI Designer to solidify workflow and to research and design new features to help bring our product to life.

Primary Focus:

• Market research that set prioritization of features based on competition and customer personas
• Branding and enhancement of existing Figma app layouts
• Design visually appealing app features optimized for user engagement

Equity Compensation:

$20–$30/hr in phantom stock initially, based on portfolio quality and experience level. This is an early-stage startup that just launched our MVP on the app stores. Working through investment conversations now to transition to paychecks in the near future.

• Flexible Hours & Location: Work remotely using Discord and video conferencing
• Mentorship: Report directly to CEO who has built several apps and very engaged in the design process
• Impactful Work: Contribute to a product that helps artists grow audiences and generate income
• Professional Growth: Potential for future opportunities upon successful completion.
• Credit: Internship can be performed as part of class credits/projects.

Skills Required:

• Figma
• Working understanding of design principles (e.g., layout, typography, color theory) and website usability.
• A portfolio showcasing ux/ui design and website implementation work
• Willingness to collaborate

Additional Skills Desired:

• Framer experience desired to support website enhancement
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for marketing materials (preferred), or proficiency with tools like Procreate or Canva.
• Time Commitment: Minimum of 15 hours/week, with more hours preferred. Flexible scheduling.
• Collaboration: Be proactive and communicative, working closely with the team on design and implementation projects.
• Self-Driven: Take initiative to act on your creativity and explore solutions

We are excited to see your creativity and hear from you!