Junior UX/UI Designer - Fully Remote

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180.000 - 280.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote-first team

Portfolio development support

Mentorship from senior UX/UI designers

Flexible hours

Design resources

Collaborative culture

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Junior UX/UI Designer for a 100% remote role. You will collaborate with an international team to shape user interfaces and experiences for web and mobile products, ideal for recent graduates building portfolios.

You'll participate in user research, wireframing, prototyping, and visual design, with guidance from senior designers. The position offers remote work, flexible hours, and opportunities to learn latest design trends.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• Strong UX/UI portfolio (academic projects acceptable for graduates).
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with product managers and developers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Create wireframes, user flows, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Design visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Prepare design documentation and present design concepts to the team.
• Optimize designs for various platforms and devices.
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative design culture.

Kenntnisse

Strong UX/UI portfolio

Excellent visual design

Problem solving

Communication & collaboration

Time management

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Design or related field

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading digital product studio renowned for its innovative user experiences, is seeking creative and talented Junior UX/UI Designers to join their expanding team. This role is 100% remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a talented international team. You will be instrumental in shaping the user interface and user experience of cutting-edge digital products, translating complex requirements into intuitive and engaging designs. This is an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates to build a strong portfolio and develop their skills under the guidance of experienced design leads in a remote-first environment. We value creativity, a user-centric approach, and a passion for digital design. You will contribute to the entire design process, from user research and wireframing to prototyping and visual design, ensuring a seamless and delightful user journey. Embrace this chance to innovate and make a significant impact on digital product design from the comfort of your home.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers and developers to define user requirements and design specifications.
• Create wireframes, user flows, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Design visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather feedback to inform design decisions.
• Iterate on designs based on user feedback and stakeholder input.
• Ensure design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Prepare design documentation and present design concepts to the team.
• Optimize designs for various platforms and devices.
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative design culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• A strong portfolio showcasing UX/UI design projects (academic projects are acceptable for graduates).
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Excellent visual design skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, particularly in a remote setting.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet design deadlines.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting digital product projects.
• Comprehensive portfolio development support.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Mentorship from senior UX/UI designers.
• Continuous learning opportunities and access to design resources.
• Collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Chance to shape impactful digital experiences.