Remote UX/UI Design Apprentice — Learn, Create, Grow

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Remote work culture

Project experience

Potential full-time

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is offering a fully remote UX/UI Design Apprenticeship, ideal for individuals in or near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will learn to create user-centered interfaces, work with senior designers, and gain hands-on project experience through mentorship and training.

The role provides a competitive stipend and exposure to real-world product development cycles within a collaborative remote environment. Full-time potential may arise based on merit and business needs.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a portfolio showcasing design work is highly recommended.
• A strong understanding of UX/UI principles and design thinking.
• Familiarity with design tools such as Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, or similar.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities in a remote setting.
• A passion for user-centered design and a desire to learn.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, ZA.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in user research to understand user needs and behaviors.
• Creating wireframes, prototypes, and mockups for web and mobile applications.
• Designing intuitive user interfaces that enhance user experience.
• Collaborating with product managers and developers to translate requirements into design solutions.
• Participating in design reviews and incorporating feedback.
• Learning and applying design thinking principles and methodologies.
• Developing visual design elements, including color palettes, typography, and iconography.
• Contributing to the creation and maintenance of design systems and style guides.
• Staying abreast of the latest UX/UI design trends and best practices.
• Testing and iterating on designs based on user feedback and usability testing.

Skills

UX/UI principles

Design thinking

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe XD

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is offering a fully remote UX/UI Design Apprenticeship, ideal for individuals in or near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. You will learn to create user-centered interfaces, work with senior designers, and gain hands-on project experience through mentorship and training.

The role provides a competitive stipend and exposure to real-world product development cycles within a collaborative remote environment. Full-time potential may arise based on merit and business needs.