Remote Apprentice UX/UI Designer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 45,000 - 89,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Stipend

Flexible hours

Portfolio building

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative, motivated Remote Apprentice UX/UI Designer to grow in user experience and interface design. You will collaborate with product teams to translate user needs into clean, compelling digital interfaces, while building a portfolio and gaining practical experience in a virtual, mentor-guided environment.

This apprenticeship emphasizes hands-on learning, flexible remote hours, and exposure to real-world product development.

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing design skills and creative thinking.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles and design thinking.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for digital products.
• Learn to conduct user research and usability testing.
• Support the design of intuitive user interfaces and engaging user experiences.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to implement designs.
• Maintain design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across platforms.

Skills

Portfolio

UX/UI basics

Design tools

Visual design

Remote work

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for creative and passionate individuals to join as Remote Apprentice UX/UI Designers . This fully remote role allows you to hone your design skills in user experience and user interface design from anywhere. You will work closely with product teams to translate user needs into intuitive and visually appealing digital interfaces. This is an exceptional opportunity for emerging designers to build a portfolio and gain practical experience in a collaborative, virtual environment, contributing to user-centric design solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for digital products.
• Learn to conduct user research and usability testing.
• Support the design of intuitive user interfaces and engaging user experiences.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to implement designs.
• Maintain design consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across platforms.

Requirements

• A portfolio showcasing design skills and creative thinking.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles and design thinking.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD.
• Excellent visual design skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Structured training and mentorship in UX/UI design.
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world product development.
• Stipend provided during the apprenticeship.
• Flexible remote working hours.
• Chance to build a professional portfolio and gain industry experience.