UI/UX Designer
Description
We are looking for a Freelance UX and UI designers for regular collaborations with 5+ years experience to be an active contributor in our design process and the creation of interactive websites and apps. You will use your analytical and creative abilities throughout the design process, creating and developing UX/UI flows, user journey maps, wireframes and mockups of high-fidelity visual designs.
Work on high profile projects for public sector clients such as Tourisme Québec, Princeton University, OCAD U, and the Government of Canada who are in need of innovative solutions. There’s a lot to learn and a lot of opportunities. If you’re up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
In your role as UI/UX Designer, you will be expected to:
- Understand client needs by participating in or conducting workshops, performing user research, and conducting usability testing
- Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of designers, developers, and strategists to understand technology requirements and business objectives
- Understand product specifications and user psychology
- Staying up to date with design/industry trends, best practices, and latest technologies
- Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with the creative team
- Produce personas, site maps, wire frames, mock-ups, and other design deliverables through user research and data
- Find creative ways to solve UX problems (e.g. usability, findability)
- Present completed ideas and prototypes to clients and team members
Requirements
What kind of skillset do you need to be successful in your role within the Evolving community?
- At least 5 years of agency experience
- A strong portfolio with examples of client work in the digital space
- Meticulous attention to detail and an expert eye for typography and visual hierarchy
- Great interpersonal and communication skills
- A passion for design and conceptual thinking
- Intimate knowledge of Figma, Sketch, or inVision and other comparable tools
- Demonstrable graphic and digital design skills, with a skill set that encompasses UI and UX design
- Solid understanding of interaction design principles, usability best practices, and responsive design
- Understanding of branding, design systems, and accessibility best practices
You'll fit in with the Evolving Web team if you are:
- Someone who feels better products come from a collaborative work process
- Not afraid to voice your opinion but open to any input
- Organized and able to work on several projects concurrently
- Creative and curious, you're not afraid of learning new tools or responsibilities
- Strong team player, problem-solving and leadership skills.
Bonus for:
- Ability to communicate in French
- Experience with motion design, photography, or video editing
- Working knowledge of HTML and CSS
- Experience writing and developing content strategies
Benefits
What you get:
- An environment that encourages continuous learning and mentorship
- A team that’s big enough that you get to work on creative, meaningful projects and small enough that you can take ownership of your work
- A collaborative, fun, and friendly environment where your input is highly valued
- Collaborations with organizations such as Princeton University, the Government of Canada
- Diverse, multilingual team members from around the world
- Remote-friendly workplace, with a beautiful office in Old Montreal