UI Designer
JOB DETAIL
Purpose Statement
Experience
Min:
- At least 2+ years’ experience in an agency/studio environment working on multiple accounts/brands and disciplines
- 4 or more years’ experience in user interface and experience design for web applications and/or mobile devices
- A strong focus on interaction design and visual design through prototyping in an agile software development environment
- Ability to define visual elements, product elements and overall design
- The ability to work with engineering, frontend, and backend developers as needed
- Assisting with testing to ensure that UI/UX standards are adhered to
- Researching interaction design and technology trends
- Maintaining user experience and interface standards
- Ability to create wireframes as well as visual designs
- Experience with user interface design patterns and standardsIdeal:
- At least 2 years’ experience working on multiple accounts/brands and disciplines in the financial sector
- Strong creative background to support UI/UX methodologies
Qualifications (Minimum)
- Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Design or Front-End Development
Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)
Knowledge
Min:
Knowledge of:
- Sketch – digital design toolkit (prototyping software)
- Prototyping using InVision or something similar
- Solid skills in Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with Bootstrap and Google material design
- Understanding of Agile Practices
- A thorough understanding of simplified user-centered design methodologies is a must
- Technology related to the industry
- An up-to-date knowledge of best practices and latest trends in mobile and webIdeal:
- Knowledge of psychology and/or anthropology as it pertains to UI/UX principles
- Understanding of Object Orientated Languages (C Sharp; Angular; JavaScript)
- Experience in prototyping tools such as Axure, UXPin, XD, etc.
- Ability to conduct user testing of applications, software and websites
- Skills to create wireframes as well as visual designs
- Mobile experience
- Experience in HTML 5
Skills
- Communications Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Project Management Skills (Methodology Specific)
- Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
- Attention to Detail
- Problem solving skills
- Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
- Planning, organising and coordination skills
- Commercial Thinking Skills
Competencies
- Achieving Personal Work Goals and Objectives
- Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
- Working with People
Conditions of Employment
- Clear criminal and credit record
- A valid driver’s license and own vehicle is required
- Contactable via own mobile phone
Send CV by the 30th of September 2022.
Desired Skills:
- UI
Desired Work Experience:
- 2 to 5 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree