Freelance UX Designer - job 1 of 3

As a Freelance UX Designer at KUBRA, you'll be responsible for managing multiple user experience projects, collaborating with various departments to develop design solutions, and utilizing research and data to create optimal user experiences. Your tasks will also include defining interaction models, creating visually appealing interfaces for mobile applications, and providing consulting services for various products.

To qualify as a Freelance UX Designer at KUBRA, candidates should have 2-3 years of UX design experience, proficiency in rapid prototyping tools such as Figma or Adobe XD, and excellent organizational skills. A strong attention to detail, knowledge of ADA compliance, and experience in a user-centered design are also critical for success in this role.

KUBRA values the professional growth of its Freelance UX Designers by offering benefits such as a free LinkedIn Learning subscription, an education reimbursement program, and performance-based bonuses. Additionally, you'll have opportunities to collaborate with varying teams, enhancing your skills and expanding your professional network.

A Freelance UX Designer at KUBRA should be familiar with rapid prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Lucidchart, and InVision. Knowledge of design standards, compliance with accessibility regulations like ADA, Section 508, and WCAG, along with an understanding of emerging design trends, is also important.

KUBRA offers a variety of benefits to Freelance UX Designers, including a paid day off for your birthday, flexible schedules, free access to an on-site fitness center, and 'Tickets at Work' membership. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities for volunteer days, a free premium membership for 'Headspace,' and a supportive work culture that prioritizes your well-being.

When discussing your design process, emphasize your ability to conduct user research, create wireframes, and test prototypes. Describe how you gather feedback from users and stakeholders to refine your designs, ensuring that each project aligns with user-centered principles and meets client requirements.

Share examples of how you’ve received feedback in the past and highlight your openness to critique. Discuss strategies you employ to separate personal feelings from professional insights, and explain how you integrate constructive criticism to improve your designs.

Select a couple of key projects that showcase your skill in user-centered design and illustrate measurable outcomes. Explain your role in each project, the challenges faced, and how your UX design contributed to the project's success, engaging the interviewer with your passion for design.

Discuss your dedication to professional growth, including regularly reading design blogs, attending webinars, and participating in design communities. Mention specific sources or influencers that inspire you and how you incorporate new trends into your projects.

Be prepared to share a specific challenge that highlights your problem-solving abilities. Discuss your approach to identifying the roots of the problem and how you engaged with the team or clients to develop effective solutions, emphasizing collaboration and adaptability.

Explain your methodology for ensuring user experience remains a top priority. Discuss your techniques for user research, usability testing, and data analysis, and how these practices inform your design decisions throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Mention the prototyping and design tools you are proficient in, such as Figma and Adobe XD. Explain how you decide which tools to use based on project needs or client requirements and highlight your adaptability in learning new tools as needed.

Select a project that involved collaboration with team members. Highlight your contribution, communication style, and how you ensured alignment in goals throughout the project. Discuss the impact of teamwork on achieving project success.

Share your methods for assessing the effectiveness of your designs, such as user testing feedback, analytics, and client satisfaction. Talk about how you set measurable goals and how you adjust your designs based on evaluation results.

Discuss your knowledge of ADA compliance, Section 508, and WCAG standards. Explain how you incorporate these guidelines into your design process to create accessible user experiences, citing specific examples from your portfolio.