444 Media, Inc. is seeking a skilled and accomplished UX/UI Design Project Manager to join our esteemed team. This position is based in Phuket.
As a UX/UI Design Project Manager, on an operational level you will report to client-specific Marketing Managers with your direct supervisor, the Senior Marketing Manager,
Responsibilities
UX/UI Design
User Research and Personas
- Conduct thorough user research to understand user needs, behaviors, and motivations.
- Create comprehensive user personas and user journeys to inform design decisions.
Design Development
- Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs for various digital products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and product managers, to bring designs to life.
Usability Testing and Iteration
- Conduct usability testing and gather feedback to iterate on designs.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in UX/UI design, ensuring designs align with current standards.
User Advocacy
- Ensure a cohesive and consistent user experience across all digital platforms.
- Champion user-centric design principles and advocate for the user throughout the design process.
Stakeholder Collaboration
- Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and align design solutions with business goals.
- Present and communicate design concepts and rationale to both internal and external stakeholders.
Project Management
Timeline Development
- Develop and maintain project timelines for design milestones, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.
Scope Definition and Prioritization
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.
- Prioritize design tasks according to project goals and deadlines.
Progress Tracking
- Track total project progress, identifying and resolving potential roadblocks promptly.
- Ensure seamless communication and collaboration between design and development teams.
Task Assignment and Client Updates
- Assign development tasks to the web development team, tracking projects to completion.
- Keep clients updated on development progress, ensuring transparency and client satisfaction.
Web Development Project Management
- Oversee the entire website development process from initiation to completion.
- Collaborate with the Sr Web Developer for a smooth transition from design to development phases.
Graphic Design and Brand Development Multifaceted Design Support
- Provide support and insights on graphic design and brand development projects.
- Collaborate with the creative team to ensure a consistent visual identity across various projects.
Creative Collaboration
- Collaborate with graphic designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals to develop cohesive and compelling visual solutions.
- Facilitate brainstorming sessions and creative reviews to maintain high standards of design excellence.
Brand Development Strategies
- Contribute to brand development strategies, ensuring that graphic design elements align with overarching brand objectives.
- Stay informed about industry trends and emerging design practices to bring innovative ideas to the table.
*Other scope-related tasks as assigned by management.
Key Performance Indicators
- Project Efficiency
- Client Satisfaction
- Design Quality
- Team Collaboration
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a design-related field or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in UX/UI design, with a proven track record of managing design projects.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of user experience design principles and methodologies.
- Proficiency in design and prototyping software, such as Sketch, Adobe Creative Suite, and Figma.
- Demonstrated expertise in gathering and analyzing user requirements, conducting user research, and usability testing.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring timely project delivery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.