Senior UX/UI Designer: Contractor Job Ad

Teal Media is seeking a fully remote Senior UX/UI Designer for a full-time contractor position! As a collaborative member of our team, you will craft the overall visual experience of web-based projects for high-profile social impact clients tackling big challenges in health, education, climate, and social justice. Working closely under the direction of the Creative Director and Art Directors, you will produce visually engaging design deliverables to fulfill the creative vision for a project.

Responsibilities

Craft the overall visual experience of web-based projects for high-profile social impact clients; Produce design deliverables including sitemaps, wireframes, full-fidelity visual comps, UI component libraries, and custom graphics; Serve as the primary executor of design deliverables on one-off digital projects and retainers; Take the lead on digital design projects with limited input and guidance from Art Directors; Lead creation and presentation of wireframes and design concepts; Collaborate closely with developers and art directors; Mentor junior designers through collaboration and knowledge sharing; Expertly manage time and promptly meet internal and client delivery dates; Assist with discovery and client/user research on select projects; Provide accurate estimates for work

Requirements

U.S. Residents only; Proven experience managing complex projects in design, web development, or digital marketing; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Teamwork, Basecamp, Slack); Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively across teams; Be an expert in Figma with a deep understanding of prototyping, front-end animations, and design systems; Foundational knowledge of Content Management Systems (CMS), preferably WordPress; Strong understanding of complex content architectures, custom fields, taxonomy structures, and post types; Available during Teal's core working hours (9am ET - 6pm ET)

Nice to have

Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies is a plus; Agency experience is a plus