UI Designer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented UI Designer to join our creative team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing engaging and user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications. You should be passionate about creating intuitive designs that enhance user experience and be able to work collaboratively with developers and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Translate complex ideas into simple, engaging user experiences.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to explore new design ideas.
• Work with marketing to ensure brand messaging aligns with design.
• Review and provide feedback on developers’ work to ensure design integrity.
• Conduct market research to inform design decisions.
• Collaborate with QA to resolve usability issues post-launch.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Design or related field
• Professional design certifications are advantageous

Experience

• 3-5 years of UI/UX design experience

Technical Skills

• Sketch
• InVision

Soft Skills

• Problem Solving
• Communication

Certifications

• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
• Google UX Design Certificate

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Familiarity with accessibility standards: Understanding of WCAG and implement accessibility in designs.
• Experience with animation in UI design: Capable of adding interactive elements to enhance user engagement.

Benefits

• Medical aid contributions
• Annual leave and paid time off
• Work from home options
• Employee training programs

Company Culture

• Inclusivity: We value diverse perspectives and work towards an inclusive workplace.
• Work-Life Balance: We support our employees in achieving a healthy work-life balance.
• Fun and Engaging Workplace: Our workplace is vibrant and engaging, filled with energetic people.