[Remote] Director, UX Design (Freelance)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. VSA Partners is a strategy and design agency focused on enhancing human experiences through consumer insights and human-centered design. They are seeking a passionate Director of UX Design to lead the creation of cohesive, user-centered experiences and define design strategies for clients' global digital presence.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for project engagements including deliverables such as concepts, wireframes, interactive prototypes, specifications, engagement agreements, and timelines
• Craft user experiences alongside key product stakeholders to understand and support product business goals, advocating user centered design industry best practices and effectively managing design resources
• Design wireframes and interactive prototypes to visualize and communicate design concepts, interactions, and user flows
• Develop visually appealing and brand consistent designs, including layouts, typography, and graphics
• Work closely with cross functional teams including developers, project managers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of design solutions
• Work closely with the design team to implement enterprise level design systems similar to the Carbon Design System in all solutions

Skills

• Proven experience as a UX Director or senior level UX practitioner with a strong portfolio showcasing your work
• 8+ years leading UI and UX design for enterprise scale digital platforms
• Proficiency in design and prototyping tools, primarily Figma and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong understanding of usability principles, information architecture, and human centered design
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards WCAG and best practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship management skills
• Experience working with design systems
• Strict brand guidelines and UX best practices knowledge
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of design pattern trends and best practices
• Innovative and collaborative mindset, adaptable to fast paced, ever evolving creative environments
• Experience working with design systems such as Carbon Design System
• Experience with Adobe Experience Manager AEM and Adobe Target
• Bachelor's degree in User Experience Design, Digital Experience, Interaction Design, or related field preferred

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