Product Design Assistant

TalentPop App; Durban; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentPop App is seeking a Product Design Assistant passionate about creating user-centered designs. This role offers the chance to enhance your skills while working 100% remotely in a dynamic team environment. Ideal candidates will have a year of UI/UX experience and a strong portfolio to showcase their design capabilities.

Benefits

100% remote work

Paid time off

Health and dental benefits

Creative culture that values design innovation

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in product design, UI/UX, or a related design role.
• Portfolio showcasing digital design work.
• Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Support senior designers in refining UI/UX designs.
• Collaborate with marketing and development teams for consistent design implementation.

Skills

User empathy

Visual design

Collaboration

Tools

Figma

Adobe XD

Sketch

Job description

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Bring Your Design Eye to Life as a Product Design Assistant at TalentPop App

Are you passionate about designing seamless user experiences and visually compelling digital interfaces? At TalentPop App, we’re looking for a Product Design Assistant who’s ready to support the development of sleek, user-centered designs that drive growth and delight our users. This is your opportunity to sharpen your product design skills while working 100% remotely with a fast-growing, creative team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes for our web and mobile interfaces using tools like Figma or Adobe XD.
• Support our senior designers in refining UI/UX designs based on feedback, brand guidelines, and user data.
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and development teams to ensure consistent design implementation across platforms.
• Help maintain and evolve our design systems and component libraries for efficiency and consistency.
• Conduct basic competitor research and contribute design ideas to improve user engagement and conversions.
  
  

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• 1+ year of experience in product design, UI/UX, or a related design role (freelance work and internships count!).
• A portfolio showcasing digital design work—bonus points for real-world examples like app interfaces, dashboards, or e-commerce pages.
• Familiarity with Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar design tools.
• Strong visual sense, user empathy, and a passion for designing intuitive digital experiences.
• Detail-oriented mindset, eagerness to learn, and a collaborative work style.
  
  

Technical Requirements

• Reliable DSL, Cable, or Fiber internet (minimum 20 Mbps, LAN connection required).
• Own laptop or PC with at least an i5 processor or its equivalent.
  
  

Why Join TalentPop App?

• 100% remote work—bring your creativity to life from anywhere.
• Paid time off so you can recharge and return refreshed.
• Health and dental benefits and/or health stipend (depending on where you are) to support your well-being.
• A fast-paced, creative culture that values design innovation, autonomy, and collaboration.
  
  

We’re not just designing screens—we’re crafting user journeys that leave a lasting impression. If you're ready to grow your design career with a brand that values bold ideas, we’d love to meet you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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