Art Director for User Experience

3 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Your Creative People Full time

Art Director for User Experience (UI/UX) As YCP's full-time Art Director for User Experience, you will lead the conception and visual design for high-end websites, mobile apps, and the fresh software platforms we develop for our clients. Your work will shine when users are engaged by the design and content and can seamlessly navigate through important paths of the interface to drive results.
Please note, we are only accepting U.S. candidates with 3 years of experience who want a full-time, in-office role.
Responsibilities Participate in interactive client brainstorming and discovery sessions to offer your ideas on the best ways to create the next generation of their websites or software platforms.
Work with our in-house software development team to wireframe and design unique interfaces for web-based platforms and mobile apps.
Create landing pages and custom website layouts for higher-end sites.
Long-term Expectations Be an expert in all things UI/UX by creating fun, simple, beautiful, and highly-engaging platforms.
Offer creative solutions based on user metrics to help multi-faceted websites get redesigned and redeployed for the most effective user experience.
Create software interfaces that audiences love using and that make their lives easier by saving time and providing a delightful online experience.
Take ownership of the user experience side of our Branding and Design team, offering best practices, advice, and coaching to other team members.
Expand our team's thinking by introducing new ways of navigation, better ways to display online content, and fun new features we can add to our projects.
Minimum Requirements 5 years or more creating custom user-focused interfaces for apps, larger websites, and digital platforms.
Understanding of how users typically react to websites and software interfaces and design thinking.
Ability to design visual interfaces for multi-page websites that drive user engagement and navigation. You must be able to show multiple, relevant portfolio samples of sites designed from the ground up - no templates.
Ability to design mobile and web-based software platform interfaces. You must be able to show a relevant portfolio sample of a custom-designed software interface you have created.
Understanding insights from website tracking metrics and heat maps to drive design.
Super-ninja Skills (Optional) Understanding of search engine tactics and how that applies to users browsing content.
Experience in HTML/CSS front-end programming of websites.
Software: Adobe CC, Sketch, and Invision.
Do you have a passion for user experience? Love creating as a part of a team? You'll fit right in.
Company Culture Our families are a big deal to us, and we know yours is too. At YCP, we enthusiastically promote investment in the people you love most with family-included company events and extra days off for special celebrations (like your birthday). From our 8 AM-5 PM schedule (yes, it's really true) to the sacredness of your weekends, our work-life balance gives you time to spend with those that are the closest to you.
Benefits Paid Absences: We know you need time for rejuvenation. Our paid absence policy protects your downtime with holidays and paid leave to cover vacation, illness, and emergencies.
Competitive Pay: Compensation is an important part of any role, and we seek to pay you fairly for the value and experience you provide.
Future Savings: Take advantage of our 401k and generous company match program to invest for retirement.
Professional & Personal Development: Growth in your knowledge and mastery of your field will be reflected in your work. We offer opportunities for our team members to develop their skills and continue their education in areas relevant to their career goals.
EXTRA PERKS: Team development activities, celebratory birthday breakfast, company cookouts, and lots of Starbucks coffee (and tea)
If you enjoy a fun and collaborative working environment, filled with people who are passionate about what they do, you'll love working here.
If you love the idea of working with exceptional clients in a culture of creative excellence, we want to hear from you
Inspire. Create. Delight. Think differently.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Senior User Experience Director

    3 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States U.S. News Full time

    As the Senior Director of User Experience & Product Design at U.S. News, you'll be responsible for driving design thinking and overseeing the user experience, design, and user research strategies for the company.We're looking for a seasoned UX professional with 7+ years of experience designing and shipping products as part of an in-house, cross-functional...

  • Art Director

    5 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States The Chronicle of Philanthropy Full time

    About Us:The Chronicle of Philanthropy, the premier source of news, analysis, and professional development for the rapidly growing nonprofit sector, has embarked on an exciting and monumental new chapter. After becoming an independent nonprofit in 2023, the Chronicle is innovating and expanding as it shines a spotlight on one of the most under-covered but...

  • User Experience Strategist

    1 day ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States U.S. News Full time

    Company Overview: U.S. News & World Report is a leading digital media company dedicated to empowering consumers with accurate and unbiased information. Our mission is to provide users with expert advice and insights that help them make informed decisions in their lives.About the Role: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Director of User Experience (UX) &...

  • User Experience Design Leader

    2 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States U.S. News Full time

    About the RoleAs a Senior Director of User Experience (UX) & Product Design, you will oversee the user experience, design, and user research strategies for U.S. News & World Report.Our ideal candidate has 7+ years of designing and shipping products as part of an in-house, cross-functional team, preferably with a major web publisher or e-commerce company....

  • Senior Art Director

    6 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States JPA Health Full time

    Senior Art Director (Full-time) Washington, DC; Boston, MA; New York, NY; Remote (Hybrid Work Schedule) JPA Health is hiring JPA Health is a fully integrated advertising, marketing, branding and creative agency for clients ranging from emerging biotech's to established pharmaceutical companies. We work exclusively within the health space. We share our...

  • Director of User-Centered Design

    4 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States U.S. News Full time

    About the Role  The Senior Director of UX and Product Design oversees user experience, design, and research strategies for our consumer products.This role requires driving design thinking through a user-centric approach that aligns business goals with user needs.Tight collaboration with cross-department stakeholders is essential, including product, tech,...

  • Art Director Lead

    2 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Ogilvy Public Relations Full time

    Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Art Director Lead to join our team. As an Art Director Lead, you will be responsible for managing and executing project assignments, collaborating with other departments, and mentoring designers and production artists.You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including film, experiential,...

  • User Experience Creator

    2 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Northern Base Full time

    **Job Purpose**: At Northern Base, we are seeking a skilled User Experience Creator to develop and maintain our product's user interface. This role is responsible for understanding user interests, creating an information architecture, and conducting usability testing to ensure a successful user experience.">The ideal candidate will have the ability to...

  • User Experience Designer

    4 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Macrosoft Full time

    Job Overview">We are seeking a skilled User Experience Designer to join our team at Macrosoft. As a Senior Product Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping the user experience of our mobile applications across various platforms.You will collaborate closely with UI/UX leads, product and motion designers, copywriters, business owners, product...

  • User Experience Designer

    1 day ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Slalom Consulting Full time

    **Job Description:**We are seeking a skilled User Experience Designer to join our team at Slalom Consulting. As a Product Design Specialist, you will play a key role in creating differentiated human-centered experiences that benefit people and businesses.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with clients and internal teams to define product visions and design...

  • Art Director Lead

    2 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Ogilvy & Mather Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Art Director Lead to join our team at Ogilvy & Mather. As a key member of our creative leadership team, you will be responsible for driving innovative ideas and solutions that exceed client expectations.The successful candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing experience in multiple mediums (print, digital, social, and...

  • User Interaction/User Experience Designer

    6 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Amentum Full time

    As a Top Secret UI/UX Designer for this program, you will be working in an organization that's mission is to develop and operate the best possible software for critical national security enterprise applications. This organization leverages SCRUM and SAFE Agile software development methodology and strong Dev Ops practices.You will be responsible for...

  • User Interaction/User Experience Designer

    6 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Amentum Full time

    As a Top Secret UI/UX Designer for this program, you will be working in an organization that's mission is to develop and operate the best possible software for critical national security enterprise applications. This organization leverages SCRUM and SAFE Agile software development methodology and strong Dev Ops practices.You will be responsible for...

  • User Interaction/User Experience Designer

    7 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Jacobs Full time

    As a Top Secret UI/UX Designer for this program, you will be working in an organization that's mission is to develop and operate the best possible software for critical national security enterprise applications. This organization leverages SCRUM and SAFE Agile software development methodology and strong Dev Ops practices.You will be responsible for...

  • User Experience Strategist

    1 day ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Slalom Consulting Full time

    **Job Description**We're looking for a talented Design Thinking Expert to join our team. As a Design Thinking Expert, you will be responsible for leading the development of human-centered experiences that meet the needs of both clients and users.About Slalom ConsultingSlalom is a purpose-led, global business and technology consulting company. Our approach is...

  • User Experience Innovator

    1 day ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Slalom Consulting Full time

    About the Role:We're seeking an experienced Product Designer to join our team. As a Product Designer, you'll collaborate with clients and internal teams to create innovative human-centered experiences that drive business value.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain differentiated product designs that meet client needsCollaborate with cross-functional...

  • Senior Art Director

    5 days ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Circa - IPG DXTRA Full time

    Freelance Senior Art Director - HealthcareAbout you:We're looking for a talented Senior Art Director who wants to make a difference on the accounts they work on and the agency they join. Healthcare creative is often seen as boring and conservative. We work every day to prove that not to be true.But it takes a special type of creative. You're someone...

  • User Experience Strategist

    1 day ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Peregrine Technologies Full time

    About Peregrine TechnologiesPeregrine Technologies is a leading provider of software solutions to public safety agencies across the country. Our mission is to empower public servants to improve operations and make better decisions in the moments that matter.Our technology is used by customers to serve more than 30 million Americans, and we're committed to...

  • User Experience Architect

    23 hours ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Slalom Consulting Full time

    About the RoleThis is a leadership role that requires prior experience in professional services/management consulting. You must have expertise in leading experience design teams and solving complex client problems. Proficiency in experience design software such as Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Framer, Sketch, and Axure is essential. Additionally, you should...

  • Immersive User Experience Specialist

    21 hours ago

    Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Palantir Full time

    About PalantirPalantir is a world-leading software company that empowers its partners to make data-driven decisions and drive meaningful impact. Our platforms bring the right data to the people who need it, enabling them to develop lifesaving drugs, forecast supply chain disruptions, locate missing children, and more.The TeamYou will join a dynamic team of...