Junior UX/UI Designer Apprentice

Placements24; Sandton; Híbrido; ZAR 89 000 - 134 000; Tempo parcial

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive stipend

Online mentorship & training

Exposure to latest design tools

Fully remote work

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is offering a fully remote Junior UX/UI Designer Apprenticeship. You will learn through mentorship while contributing to user research, wireframing, prototyping and interface design in a collaborative virtual environment.

You will work with product managers and developers to translate user needs into polished design concepts, building a solid foundation in UX/UI principles and tools. This apprenticeship emphasizes growth, flexibility, and hands-on project experience.

Qualificações

• Portfolio showcasing design concepts or projects is required.
• Basic understanding of user-centered design principles.
• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Strong visual design skills including layout, typography, and color theory.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines in a virtual setting.

Responsabilidades

• Assist in user research to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Develop intuitive and functional interface designs.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure faithful implementation.
• Participate in design reviews and iterate based on feedback.
• Help maintain and update design systems and style guides.

Conhecimentos

User research

Wireframing

Prototyping

Interface design

Ferramentas

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is thrilled to announce a fully remote Junior UX/UI Designer Apprenticeship opportunity for individuals passionate about creating intuitive and engaging digital experiences. This role is perfect for aspiring designers who want to learn and grow in a virtual setting, contributing to user-centered design projects. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and fellow designers, gaining hands‑on experience in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and interface design. This apprenticeship provides a unique chance to build a strong foundation in UX/UI design with expert mentorship, all from the convenience of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting user research to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Develop user interface designs that are aesthetically pleasing and highly functional.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
• Participate in design reviews and gather feedback for iteration.
• Help maintain and update design systems and style guides for consistency.

Requirements

• A demonstrable passion for UX/UI design and a portfolio showcasing design concepts or projects.
• Basic understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD).
• Strong visual design skills, including layout, typography, and color theory.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork .
• Ability to manage time efficiently and meet deadlines in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship stipend with opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive online training and mentorship from experienced UX/UI Designers .
• Exposure to cutting-edge design tools and practices.
• Opportunity to work on diverse digital products and user interfaces.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.