Senior Digital Experience Designer

Senior Digital Experience Designer

Posted 1 week ago by 1756279206

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: We are seeking a Senior Digital Experience Designer (UX) to enhance the digital presence of a non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This long-term contract role involves designing intuitive and accessible digital experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The designer will focus on improving websites and applications to support fundraising efforts and brand standards. Proficiency in design tools and a strong understanding of accessibility guidelines are essential for this strategic position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement digital design strategies that align with brand standards and accessibility guidelines.
  • Oversee the improvement of multiple websites and applications within the organization's digital ecosystem.
  • Collaborate closely with front-end and back-end developers to ensure design feasibility and functionality.
  • Create and refine information design elements, such as infographics and icons, to present data effectively.
  • Provide expert consultation on digital projects, offering clear direction and constructive feedback to enhance outcomes.
  • Design user interfaces that are intuitive and visually compelling, ensuring consistency across platforms.
  • Support digital initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and driving fundraising efforts.
  • Utilize tools like Figma and Adobe XD to create detailed wireframes and prototypes.
  • Advocate for best practices in user experience design, ensuring all digital products meet high standards of usability.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience in UX/UI design with a focus on creating seamless digital experiences.
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, and other wireframing software.
  • Use and deep understanding of designing for a technical CMS, such as Kentico, AEM, Drupal, or similar.
  • Strong understanding of accessibility guidelines and their application in digital design.
  • Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into visually engaging information designs.
  • Experience collaborating with development teams to ensure alignment between design and functionality.
  • Familiarity with designing for non-profit organizations or similar mission-driven environments.
  • Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to provide clear direction and actionable feedback.
  • Knowledge of user experience research practices and digital ecosystem management.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Chicago

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Description

We are looking for a Senior Digital Experience Designer (UX) to lead and enhance the digital presence for a non-profit organization in Chicago, Illinois. This long-term contract role focuses on leveraging brand standards and accessibility guidelines to design intuitive, engaging, and accessible digital experiences. As a strategic leader, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve websites, applications, and digital tools that drive awareness and support fundraising efforts.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement digital design strategies that align with brand standards and accessibility guidelines.

Oversee the improvement of multiple websites and applications within the organization's digital ecosystem.

Collaborate closely with front-end and back-end developers to ensure design feasibility and functionality.

Create and refine information design elements, such as infographics and icons, to present data effectively.

Provide expert consultation on digital projects, offering clear direction and constructive feedback to enhance outcomes.

Design user interfaces that are intuitive and visually compelling, ensuring consistency across platforms.

Support digital initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and driving fundraising efforts.

Utilize tools like Figma and Adobe XD to create detailed wireframes and prototypes.

Advocate for best practices in user experience design, ensuring all digital products meet high standards of usability.

Requirements

Proven experience in UX/UI design with a focus on creating seamless digital experiences.

Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, and other wireframing software.

Use and deep understanding of designing for a technical CMS, such as Kentico, AEM, Drupal, or similar.

Strong understanding of accessibility guidelines and their application in digital design.

Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into visually engaging information designs.

Experience collaborating with development teams to ensure alignment between design and functionality.

Familiarity with designing for non-profit organizations or similar mission-driven environments.

Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to provide clear direction and actionable feedback.

Knowledge of user experience research practices and digital ecosystem management.

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