Remote Junior UX/UI Designer Apprentice

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend for learning

Mentorship from experienced UX/UI team

Access to online courses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and motivated Remote Junior UX/UI Designer Apprentice to join a dynamic digital product development team. This fully remote role emphasizes learning, collaboration with product managers and developers, and hands-on project work to build a professional portfolio.

You will learn user-centered design principles, prototyping, and interaction design while contributing to web and mobile UI design across projects.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles, design thinking, and user-centered design.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing user interfaces for web and mobile applications, focusing on usability and aesthetics.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Participate in user research and usability testing to gather feedback and insights.
• Collaborate with the product team to understand user needs and translate them into design solutions.
• Apply established design systems and style guides consistently across projects.
• Work with developers to ensure accurate implementation of UI designs.
• Contribute to the improvement of existing user experiences based on feedback and analytics.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Participate in design review sessions and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain design assets and documentation for various projects.

Skills

UX principles

Design thinking

Typography

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a creative and detail-oriented Remote Junior UX/UI Designer Apprentice to join their digital product development team. This is a fully remote position, providing a unique opportunity for aspiring designers to hone their skills and build a professional portfolio. You will collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and other designers to create intuitive, engaging, and visually appealing user interfaces for web and mobile applications. The apprenticeship focuses on learning user-centered design principles, prototyping, and interaction design through practical project work. We are looking for candidates with a strong visual sense, a passion for user experience, and a desire to excel in a collaborative, remote setting. This role is crucial for enhancing our client's digital offerings and ensuring exceptional user satisfaction. You will be part of a vibrant virtual team, contributing to the design of innovative digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing user interfaces for web and mobile applications, focusing on usability and aesthetics.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes to visualize design concepts.
• Participate in user research and usability testing to gather feedback and insights.
• Collaborate with the product team to understand user needs and translate them into design solutions.
• Apply established design systems and style guides consistently across projects.
• Work with developers to ensure accurate implementation of UI designs.
• Contribute to the improvement of existing user experiences based on feedback and analytics.
• Stay updated with the latest UX/UI design trends, tools, and best practices.
• Participate in design review sessions and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain design assets and documentation for various projects.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent; a portfolio showcasing design skills (even personal projects) is highly desirable.
• Basic understanding of UX/UI principles, design thinking, and user-centered design.
• Familiarity with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• A strong visual aesthetic and a good eye for detail in typography, color, and layout.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions effectively in a remote environment.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a suitable remote workspace.
• A genuine passion for user experience and digital design.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a distributed team.
• Willingness to commit to the full duration of the apprenticeship program.

Benefits

This is a fully remote apprenticeship, offering significant flexibility and the ability to work from your preferred location. Our client provides a competitive stipend to support you during your learning and development phase. You will receive hands‑on training, mentorship from experienced UX/UI designers, and exposure to real‑world product design challenges. Opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses and design resources, will be provided. Successful apprentices may be offered full‑time positions based on performance and company needs. Join a dynamic and forward‑thinking team that values creativity and user‑centric design. Contribute to impactful digital products while building a successful career in UX/UI design from home.