5 week Contract UI/UX Designer for Website Development Project. Start ASAP.

FourthRev

FourthRev

Design
Western Cape, South Africa · Mexico City, Mexico
Posted on Sep 12, 2023
(South Africa based candidates only)We're seeking a seasoned Contract UI/UX Designer to join our in-house team and support the rapid development of our brand-new company website. We have a "GO LIVE" date set for September 29th and need an extra pair of skilled hands to help us meet this deadline. This role will primarily focus on wireframing and prototyping and will work closely with our existing UI/UX Designer and Brand Designer. What We Offer
  • A critical role in a high-impact project
  • Opportunity to work with a talented and motivated team
  • Fast-paced and collaborative work environment
Urgent HireContract will be approximately 5 weeks long with the possibility of extension based on needs. If you're interested in taking on this urgent and exciting challenge, please hit apply. We will be doing interviews this week and looking to make a decision this week . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Responsibilities include:
  • Collaborate with our existing UI/UX Designer and Brand Designer in developing wireframes and prototypes
  • Implement best practices for UI/UX design, focusing on landing pages and user flow
  • Work closely with our content creators, SEO specialists, developers, and brand strategists to integrate various aspects of the website seamlessly
  • Assist in usability testing to gather user feedback and iteratively improve the design
  • Ensure timely delivery of design milestones to meet the 'GO LIVE' deadline
Requirements
  • 3+ years of experience in UI/UX Design
  • Proficiency in wireframing and prototyping tools like Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XD
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating experience in designing websites, specifically landing pages
  • Expert understanding of best UI/UX practices
  • Strong understanding of user flow and user-centred design
  • Excellent teamwork skills, ability to manage time effectively, and work on multiple projects concurrently
Desired Qualities
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
  • Highly motivated and able to adapt quickly to changes
  • Strong communication skills for effective team collaborations
Benefits Spend your days making a difference.FourthRev builds world class online learning programmes that lead to qualifications from leading universities, certifications from the world's best technology companies and digital technology jobs with a global network of employer partners.It’s our vision to become the world’s leading enabler of employability outcomes for students and lifelong learners. In doing so, and helping close the digital skills gap, our purpose is to create social and economic value on a global scale.In less than two years we have partnered with ten of the world's most recognized technology companies to deliver cutting edge courses with universities in Australia, the UK and the US. Our unwavering commitment to quality, student outcomes and shared value partnerships has resulted in excellent growth and investment from leading US and European EdTech VCs. We have been recognised by JISC as one of the top 20 edtech start-ups in the UK and by HolonIQ in the ANZ top-50. Why you’ll love working hereAt FourthRev, we are deeply passionate about work being a meaningful, fulfilling part of life. We are proud to be a remote first company that offers flexible working arrangements and ongoing professional growth and development. We place staff health and happiness at the core of strategy and operations as a critical component of our high performance culture. We are deeply passionate about work being a meaningful, fulfilling part of life.Get ready to:
  • You’ll tackle unique and challenging opportunities and embrace the unknown, supported by an amazing and talented team of professionals who genuinely care and want you to succeed
  • Your voice matters. We believe that people matter and that our success as an organisation is driven by the people within it
  • You’ll become part of a greater community. We’re passionate about enabling the growth of others, mentorship, lifelong learning, supporting learners in the digital economy and other causes
  • We are a globally diverse team with colleagues spanning different time zones including the U.K. Australia and South Africa. Let us know where you are, we will see if we can make it work!
Our DEI CommitmentWe value diversity, equity, and inclusion at FourthRev. We aim to continue building a team with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences. Research has shown that historically underrepresented groups, such as people with disabilities, women, and people of color, are less likely to apply for a job unless they completely match all the criteria and qualifications.If you feel that you do not meet every single requirement listed in the job description but you are excited about the opportunity and feel a connection to our vision and values we encourage you to submit your applicationIf you are not selected for this role, we will add you to our talent pool and continue to engage with you should a role arise that better aligns with your skillset and experience.