Studio: AWTG
Job Opening: UI/UX Designer
Location: London, Greater London, UK
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Design Creation:
- Develop high-quality UI designs for web and mobile applications using Figma.
- Create wireframes, prototypes, and user interface elements to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Ensure designs are in line with the company’s brand guidelines and design standards.
- Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with UX designers to translate user research findings into actionable design solutions.
- Partner with developers to ensure the feasibility and implementation of designs.
- Participate in design reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
- Technical Skills:
- Leverage Figma for designing, prototyping, and collaborating on design projects.
- Utilize design systems and component libraries to maintain consistency across projects.
- Implement responsive and adaptive design principles to ensure compatibility across various devices and screen sizes.
- Optimize designs for performance and accessibility, ensuring a seamless user experience.
- User-Centered Design:
- Apply user-centered design principles to create intuitive and engaging user interfaces.
- Conduct user testing and incorporate feedback into design iterations.
- Stay updated on the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies to keep our products cutting-edge.
- Documentation and Presentation:
- Prepare and present design proposals and project updates to stakeholders.
- Create and maintain comprehensive design documentation for reference throughout the project lifecycle.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for improving the user experience and propose innovative design solutions.
- Participate in design retrospectives and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and workflows.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience as a UI Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your work.
- Proficiency in Figma and other design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator).
- Solid understanding of user-centered design principles and best practices.
- Experience designing responsive and adaptive layouts for web and mobile applications.
- Strong visual design skills with a keen eye for detail and typography.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
Preferred Technical Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Figma, including components, variants, auto-layout, and design system management.
- Experience with design handoff tools like Zeplin, InVision, Framer, Theme Saturn, DesignNby, Balsamiq, Axure, or Marvel
- Familiarity with CSS frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS) and how they influence design.
- Basic understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to facilitate better communication with developers.
- Awareness of accessibility standards (WCAG) and ability to design inclusive interfaces.
