Director, UX Design (Freelance)

Description

VSA’s purpose is to design for a better human experience. As a strategy and design agency, we blend consumer insights and data with human-centered design to activate meaningful, motivating and measurable experiences in an increasingly noisy world. With offices in Chicago, New York and San Francisco, VSA offers a full range of fully integrated capabilities—branding, advertising, data science and technology—all under one roof. VSA is also a proud member of Meet The People, an international family of unified and independent agencies. For more than 40 years, we have delivered solutions for business and creative leaders at some of the world’s most respected brands and forward-thinking organizations, including Google, Nike and IBM.

Introduction

At VSA Partners, we support clients whose work is a calling to build, to design, to invent, to collaborate, and to take on challenges that push the boundaries of what is possible. If you are ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems for our partner, let us talk.

Role and Responsibilities
We are looking for a talented and passionate Director, UX Design to join our team who has a deep understanding of UX principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams. As a UX Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client’s global dot-com presence by defining design strategies and leading the creation of cohesive, end to end, human centered experiences. To be successful in this role, you should have an eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of current UX trends.

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.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise
You must bring a strong technical background, a collaborative attitude, and the ability to think strategically and holistically. If you have a passion for technology, user experience, and driving innovative solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

• 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

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
Experience working with design systems such as Carbon Design System
Experience with Adobe Experience Manager AEM and Adobe Target

Education
Bachelor’s degree in User Experience Design, Digital Experience, Interaction Design, or related field preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

VSA Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees. All employment decision.

VSA Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.