UX Designer

About

A digital agency in De Aar, Northern Cape is recruiting a UX Designer to design intuitive user experiences for web and mobile applications. You will conduct user research, create wireframes and prototypes, perform usability testing, and work with developers on implementation. A portfolio demonstrating a user-centred design approach is required.

Responsibilities

• Use industry-standard design software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to produce high-resolution artwork and prepare files for publication.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD drawings for architectural, mechanical, or interior design projects with dimensional accuracy.
• Select and specify furniture, fixtures, finishes, and materials for interior projects, sourcing from suppliers and managing procurement budgets.
• Edit and retouch photographs and digital images to enhance visual quality and meet required specifications for the output medium.
• Develop and maintain consistent brand visual identities across all platforms, ensuring typography and colour palettes adhere to brand guidelines.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks effectively to meet deadlines without compromising creative quality.

Requirements

• Excellent time management skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet multiple deadlines across various projects.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing polished, pixel-perfect work that exceeds client expectations.
• A minimum of one to three years of professional design experience supported by a strong portfolio showing creativity and technical competence.
• For interior design roles, knowledge of building regulations, space planning standards, and experience specifying materials and finishes.
• Strong understanding of design principles including colour theory, typography, layout, and composition and ability to apply them effectively.
• Good communication and presentation skills to articulate design concepts clearly to clients and team members.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communication