Lead UX/UI Designer - Interactive Media

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health & retirement plans

Professional development

Durban projects

Creative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking an innovative Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead interactive media projects within the Arts & Entertainment division. You will define user experiences and interfaces for digital products, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing.

You will lead a team of designers, translate complex user needs into seamless journeys, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with product managers and developers to deliver high-impact experiences for a

Qualifications

• 7+ years of UX/UI design experience, preferably in interactive media.
• Strong portfolio in user-centered and visual design.
• Proficiency with Figma, Sketch or Adobe XD and prototyping.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UX/UI design process from research to high-fidelity prototyping.
• Develop personas, journey maps, and user flows.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior designers and champion design excellence.

Skills

UX/UI design

Leadership

User research

Usability testing

Prototyping tools

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Lead UX/UI Designer to spearhead their interactive media projects within the Arts & Entertainment division, based in Durban . This senior role involves defining the user experience and interface design for digital products, ensuring they are intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically pleasing. You will lead a team of designers, translating complex user needs into seamless digital journeys. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact user interaction with digital content and shape the future of interactive entertainment experiences, fostering a user-centric design philosophy within a forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the UX/UI design process for new and existing digital products, from user research and wireframing to high-fidelity prototyping and final interface design.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and data analysis to inform design decisions and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop user personas, journey maps, and wireframes to articulate design concepts and user flows effectively.
• Create intuitive, engaging, and aesthetically compelling user interfaces that align with brand identity and user needs.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure designs are technically feasible and meet business objectives.
• Mentor and guide junior UX/UI designers, fostering a culture of design excellence and innovation.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (7+ years) in UX/UI design , with a proven track record in the interactive media or entertainment industry.
• Strong portfolio showcasing expertise in user-centered design, interaction design, and visual design for digital products.
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Experience with user research methodologies and usability testing.
• Deep understanding of user interface design principles , accessibility standards, and responsive design.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities and conference attendance.
• Opportunity to lead design on innovative projects in Durban .
• A dynamic and creative work culture passionate about user experience.