UI/UX Designer

DescriptionCTG is seeking to fill a UI/UX Designer opening for our client in Webster, NY.Location: Webster, NYDuration: 1 year+Job Type: Hourly ConsultantPay: $43.49 - $50.72 BOE• *A public portfolio is MOST preferred as it is crucial for the client to assess their ability to independently handle the entire UX process from concept to final documentation.If they do not have this:If possible, ask the current employer for permission to share certain aspects of project work, anonymized or redacted versions if needed.Create Hypothetical Case Studies: Develop case studies based on similar projects or hypothetical scenarios that demonstrate his skills and thought process.**Essential Functions:• Participate in the creation, prototyping, development, and validation of human interface/systems structure, behavior, and graphic designs for digital systems and products.• Function as part of a cross-functional design team and employ a user-centered design methodology to develop new and derivative user interface designs for web based applications.• Work with product planning, end-users, and product development team members to elicit and understand user and functional system requirements.• Conduct competitive benchmarking activities to determine and provide recommendations regarding best-of-breed designs.• Perform task analyses / workflow analyses of existing and emerging user work practices.• Conduct heuristic evaluations of systems and designs.• Create flow diagrams, information architectures, screen layouts and prototypes.• Create and maintain user interface design specifications.• Plan and/or conduct usability tests on user interfaces.Skills:• Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills (written/verbal), including presentation skills.• Ability to demonstrate proven visual design /development skills and industry standard platform /OS (operating system) experience.• Demonstrate ability to create design concepts and prototypes using tools such as Axure RP, Sketch, Photoshop, and HTML/CSS.Experience:• 3-8 yrs. User Interface design experience.• Course work or experience in user interface design, visual design, test and evaluation is expected.Education:• Minimum: BA/BS in Human Factors, User Experience/User Interface Design, Multimedia Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design or a related field.• Preferred: MS/MA/MFA in Human Factors, User Experience/User Interface Design, Multimedia Design, Visual Communication Design, Graphic Design or a related field.Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.To Apply:To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link providedFor additional information, please contact krista.eckard@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!The expected base salary for this position ranges from $40/hour to $50/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offeredAbout UsCTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.