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1 to 3 months
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NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE ANSWER THE QUESTIONS PROVIDED THOUGHTFULLY. We are seeking a highly talented mobile game designer wit…
$10
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Intermediate
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We are seeking an experienced wireframe designer to create intuitive and user-friendly wireframes for a direct-to-consumer (D2C) Fintec…
$1,500
Fixed-price
Intermediate
Experience level
We are seeking a talented designer to create a comprehensive Figma workflow for our business headshot mobile and desktop application. T…
$300
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Intermediate
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We are seeking a talented Webflow and UI/UX designer to help bring our vision to life. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio…
$50
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Hi there! Pixl Media, a Norwegian company specializing in creative marketing solutions, is looking for a talented designer to join our…
$1,000
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Intermediate
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We're seeking a talented UI/UX designer to join our dynamic product-based startup. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio dem…
Less than 30 hrs/week
Hours needed
More than 6 months
Duration
Expert
Experience level
Job Title: UI/UX Designer Location: 3rd Floor, 301, 2/8, Vivek Khand 2, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, UP Job Type: Full Time (On Site) Company…
$30
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Intermediate
Experience level
Estoy buscando a un especialista UI/UX para implementar una interface a un MVP que estoy desarrollando. Podría ser implementar una inte…
$70
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Expert
Experience level
I need a expert UI/UX designer to design the billing software mobile app and web app in latest design trend and i need all necessary sc…
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1 to 3 months
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Expert
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We are looking for a talented UI/UX designer to create a modern and visually appealing website and mobile app design. The primary focus…
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How to Become a Freelance Mobile App Designer
If you’re fascinated with mobile applications’ details and inner workings, mobile app development may be the right career path for you. Freelance mobile app designers can make great money and get to work on any number of mobile platforms.
The most popular platforms are Android and iOS. Obtaining a bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent field, in addition to a few years of experience with a mobile app development company, can put you squarely on the path of becoming a freelance mobile app designer.
What does a mobile app designer do?
A freelance mobile app designer works with clients to create new applications or features for existing applications for mobile devices. Freelance mobile app designers typically collaborate with designers, testers, product managers, and other developers.
Mobile app designers use popular coding languages to develop mobile apps, including JavaScript, Kotlin, C++, Python, and Swift.
What skills do I need to become a mobile app designer?
In order to become a freelance mobile app designer, you need particular education and experience requirements. A bachelor’s degree in computer science or an equivalent, with at least three years of experience, will position you to become a freelance mobile app designer.
Common skills a mobile app designer should possess include:
- Knowledge of the relevant operating system and associated applications—for example, Windows as an Android developer
- Proficiency in relevant programming languages, such as Swift for iOS, and Kotlin for Android
- Ability to focus on code quality practices, such as modular design and unit testing
- Familiarity with IoT or wearable technology
Should I get a mobile app designer certification?
While getting a mobile app designer certification can’t hurt your chances of becoming a freelance mobile app designer, the best educational course of action consists of obtaining a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software development, or programming languages such as Java, CSS, JavaScript, or HTML. In addition, a number of years of hands-on experience goes a long way in proving your worth as a freelance mobile app designer.
What are the job responsibilities of a freelance mobile app designer?
A freelance mobile app designer is tasked with helping clients develop and maintain mobile applications across available mobile platforms. More specifically, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Understanding project requirements in order to identify and develop the best mobile app solutions and user interface
- Using appropriate coding languages and frameworks for targeted platforms
- Working in a collaborative environment with other developers
- Communicating with stakeholders, including engineers, programmers, software developers, product managers, product owners, marketers, and senior executives
- Overseeing design and code reviews
- Creating an excellent and user-friendly experience
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