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  • $60 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (30 jobs)
    💯100% JOB Succsess 🔥TOP RATED PLUS I have 5+ years of experience in UI/UX Design. My design process is to Define Problem ➡️ Research ➡️Prototype ➡️ Test ➡️Iterate I am pixel paranoid, so everything should be pixel-perfect. I love to invent simple and elegant solutions to complex challenges. My main focus is on mobile apps, but I am passionate about expanding features to create true multi-device experiences. Areas of expertise: 🔶 UI/UX Design 🔶 Mobile Application Design 🔶 Responsive SaaS Web 🔶 Front-end web development Tools & Technologies: ✔️ Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD ✔️ Marvel, Zeplin ✔️ HTML5/CSS3 ✔️ Bootstrap, SASS ✔️ JavaScript, React.js
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    Testing
    User Interface Design
    CSS
    HTML
    User Experience Design
    Prototyping
    Competitive Analysis
    Mobile App Design
    Figma
    Information Architecture
    Interaction Design
    Wireframing
  • $70 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (145 jobs)
    As a research consultant with over 15 years of global experience, I specialize in delivering actionable insights through both qualitative and quantitative methods. I guide clients in designing effective research strategies—whether surveys or interviews—tailored to answer key business questions. From survey design (SurveyMonkey) to data analysis (SPSS/Excel for quantitative and NVivo for qualitative), I offer full-cycle research support, including strategic reporting. With expertise across multiple countries and industries, I’m here to help make your data-driven decisions smarter and faster. Background: I hold two graduate degrees in marketing and business statistics from a U.S. university and have worked across Europe, the U.S., and the Middle East.
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    Internet Survey
    Data Analysis
    SurveyMonkey
    Statistics
    Product Development
    Quantitative Analysis
    Survey
    NVivo
    Market Research
    Market Analysis
    Survey Design
    Qualitative Research
  • $100 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (70 jobs)
    Hi, I’m Tom 👋🏻 – A UX/UI designer from London, working globally. I’ve helped design products and services used by millions. Awarded ‘Expert-Vetted’ on Upwork: Representing the top 1% of freelance UX/UI designers worldwide. 🧑‍💻 10+ years of experience - Senior Lead UX/UI Designer ✅ Designed for TUI, Hasbro, Paltalk, VivaStreet, Bounce and more. ⚡️ Daily updates,⚡️Quick turnaround,⚡️Flexible Availability,⚡️Highest-Quality deliverables,⚡️Conversion increase,⚡️Individual approach to each project! I have worked with many companies, from ‘start-ups’ to global businesses. I pride myself in creating usable and beautiful digital experiences. ✅ SERVICES: • Website and App Design • Conversion Rate Optimisation • Wireframing • Prototyping • User Flow Charts • User Experience Design (UX) • User Interface Design (UI) • High and Low Fidelity Mock-ups 💡Have any questions? Feel free to contact me! ☎️
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    Prototype
    Figma
    App Design
    UX & UI
    Conversion Rate Optimization
    Mobile UI Design
    User Experience Design
  • $125 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (13 jobs)
    I am a marketing & UX researcher and strategist, with 20 years experience working on some of the biggest brands in the world. In my career, I’ve worked at ad agencies, client-side, and research-supplier side, so I really "get" marketing strategy and execution – from all angles. As a market researcher, I help companies to better understand their customers using qualitative methods like focus groups, in-depth interviews, online communities, semiotic (cultural) analysis and ethnographic research. My UX research activities include usability testing, research to support persona and journey map development, and research to support information architecture development. I deliver reports designed to create maximum organizational alignment and buy-in, and to lead to faster decision-making. I am a no-nonsense partner for my clients; my aim is always to get to the heart of the business issues and determine the appropriate process to solve them.
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    Brand Strategy
    Journey Mapping
    Persona Development
    Market Research
    Qualitative Research
    Brand Positioning
    Consumer Research
  • $40 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (38 jobs)
    I specialize in creating stunning UI designs and user-centric digital solutions. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a passion for user experience, I'm here to elevate your project to new heights. 🔍 Designing Memorable Experiences: I have extensive experience in designing engaging landing pages, websites, and cross-platform applications that captivate users right from the start. My approach is grounded in established UX/UI practices to deliver usability and satisfaction. 🖥️ Desktop and Mobile Expertise: Whether it's desktop software or mobile apps, I have a knack for creating designs that adapt perfectly to various screen sizes and platforms. Your project will look and feel fantastic on all devices. 🏆 Proven Track Record: With a portfolio you can explore at [wandascordo.com], you'll see the tangible results of my design prowess. I've successfully collaborated on projects for diverse industries, leaving clients thrilled with the outcomes. 🌟 Strengths & Skills: - Design System & UI Kit - UI/UX Design - Landing Page Creation - Web and Mobile App Design - Cross-Platform Compatibility - Prototyping & Wireframing - User-Centered Design Let's collaborate to bring your digital vision to life! Feel free to reach out, and together, we'll create something extraordinary.
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    UIKit
    Sketching
    Website
    UX Writing
    Adobe Photoshop
    Figma
    Fluid UI
    UX & UI
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe XD
  • $80 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (8 jobs)
    I am a Lead/Senior Product Designer & Researcher with experience in various industries such as cybersecurity, healthcare & logistics. I am able to demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, user research & design deliverables.
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    Wireframing
    High Fidelity Design
    UX & UI
    User Interface Design
    Usability Testing
    Journey Mapping
    GUI Design
    User Experience Design
    Design & Usability Research
    Interaction Design
    User Flow
    Service Design
    Product Design
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (71 jobs)
    👋 I’m a designer from Ukraine and I love to create designs for complex web and mobile applications to make them work simple and look perfect. Over the last years, I worked with different teams: educational startups, small agencies, SaaS projects, and almost every time it led to long-term cooperation. I have both design and development skills, it helps me to fill the gap between product design, management and development teams. 🔝Design fields: 🔹UI/UX 🔹Web 🔹Mobile (iOS, Android) 🔹SaaS / CRM platforms 🔹Prototyping 🔹Wireframes 🔹Design Systems Skills / tools: 🔸Design tools: Sketch, Invision, Zeplin, Photoshop, Illustrator, Principle 🔸Dev: HTML5/CSS3/SCSS, jQuery, Velocity, JSX, Angular 🔸Other: Git, Slack, Asana, Jira, many others...
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    Product Design
    Sass
    CSS 3
    HTML5
    UX & UI
    Figma
    GUI Design
    User Interface Design
    Prototyping
    ProtoPie
    Interaction Design
    Web Design
    Adobe Photoshop
  • $100 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (331 jobs)
    I'm a Usability and User Experience Expert. I am a Top Rated freelancer that has earned Upwork's Skill Certification in User Experience Design. My specialties include: - Usability Analysis - I can show you where your visitors are most likely to have trouble on your site, mobile site, app or SAAS - User Research - Talking to users of your product or service is the best way to get the right feedback. I can show you how or do it for you - Prototyping - Before you invest in a new site or app create a prototype and use that to get feedback BEFORE you build it. Save time and headaches (for you and your customers) - Wireframing - Wireframes are the blueprints for your site or app. I can create these for you to turn over to your developer For the past 25 years, I have been involved in many functions designed to create the best sites, mobile sites, and applications possible. I've been a writer, creative director, editor, information architect/user experience architect, and director of usability testing. I've worked for big advertising agencies on large accounts (Ford, General Motors, Dodge, Virgin Airlines, Scott's Lawn Care, Aldi, Bosch) and by myself for small clients. My passion is usability testing and UX/CRO Reviews/audits. Using several online and in-person tools, I can help you make your sites and applications perform better, look better and win you more business.
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    Design & Usability Research
    User Experience
    Conversion Rate Optimization
    Internet Marketing
    App Usability Analysis
    Advertising
    Heuristic Evaluation
    UI/UX Prototyping
    User Experience Strategy
    Web Design
    User Experience Design
    Journey Mapping
    Usability Testing
  • $40 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (23 jobs)
    There are approximately 30,000 SaaS companies worldwide and around 3.5+ million apps available for download across the App Store and google play (2023), with that being said, honestly how certain are you on a scale of 1 to 10 that your digital product would solve enough user problems and retain paying customers? If your answer is below an 8, then here’s what's causing your uncertainty: 🚩You don’t have a proper user-centric design framework to translate your idea into a product 🚩You are not conducting user research and usability tests to inform your design decisions 🚩You don't have a prototype for your product and can’t iterate on your ideas and make them more user-friendly 🚩You are unsatisfied with how your product works right now and know that it hasn’t reached its potential yet For any of these reasons, your chances of developing a high-value product with functional and appealing features can drop drastically … And here is where I can help you the most ✴️ I work with SaaS companies to: 💎Solve complex design problems (designing the right things) 💎Prototype solutions (designing things right) Using proven design frameworks like the double diamond, design thinking, and Google Sprints, we turn the ambiguous “User Experience” process into a concrete set of activities and tools to understand real user problems and come up with innovative design solutions for them. I also pride myself on my ability to take technical ideas/briefs from your team and stakeholders, and translate them into a beautiful, intuitive, and functional interface. 🎨 What do I create? - SaaS platforms UX/UI - Startups prototypes and research - Complex CRM/ERP systems designs - Management platforms (Invoices, Payments, Humans, Personnel, Fleet, etc) - Mobile Applications User flows - AI-powered platforms We may be a great fit if you are: 🔑Unclear on how to improve your app's user experience and struggling to keep users engaged 🔑Struggling to turn your vision into a high-fidelity prototype that can be used for development 🔑Need someone who can conduct user research to uncover key insights and design solutions that meet the needs of your users 🔑Want to work with someone who can design visually appealing and easy-to-use features that help drive user engagement and retention 🔑Frustrated with designers who don't take the time to understand your business’s culture, market, and user needs Working with me, you will have: ✅Someone with a Mobile-first mindset ✅Someone with the ability to solve complex design problems and come up with clever UX solutions to achieve the elimination of confusion in each use case of your product flow ✅Someone who can create both functional and appealing features that address client's needs and help grow the customer base ✅Someone who can take design requests/user feedback and come back with high-quality deliverables that require minimal revisions ✅Someone responsible for the process of improving the UI/UX early for development time ✅A skilled UX and product designer who seeks to really understand your product and user needs My Tool Stack Includes: 🛠️Hi-Fidelity UI: Figma | Ziplin ✏️Wireframing: Figma | Miro | Balsamiq 📲Prototyping: Figma | Protopie | Webflow 🧪Usability Testing: Zoom | Usertesting.com | Maze | Useberry | UXtweak 📊Behavioural Analytics: Hotjar(Partner) | Fullstory | Mixpannel | Kissmetrics | Google Analytics 🎯Project Management: Jira | Trello | Asana SOUND LIKE A FIT? NEXT STEPS: Click the green ‘Invite to Job’ button in the top right-hand corner, send me a message and let’s organize a call!
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    User-Centered Design
    Competitive Analysis
    Usability Testing
    Journey Mapping
    Wireframe
    Figma
    Web Design
    Interaction Design
    Interactive Mockup
    Prototyping
    Interactive Prototype
    UX & UI
    Software Design
    Mobile App Design
  • $75 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (9 jobs)
    ✅ Top Rated Plus with 100% Job Success ✅ UX Researcher with 8+ years of experience ✅ Friendly, fast, and detail-oriented Hey there! I am a UX Researcher with 8 years of experience in both quantitative and qualitative methodology. I can help you to craft clear and compelling surveys and discussion guides for user interviews, conduct a UX audit, or to make sense of existing data that you've collected. • I'm experienced in many popular research tools such as Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Dovetail, Lookback, UsabilityHub, Maze, UserTesting, and User Interviews (among many others) • I have a strong focus on delivering actionable insights that can help you grow your business • Whether you're looking to understand your customers, a competitor's offering, or an entire market, I can help!
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    Data Visualization
    Website Audit
    Competitor Research
    Mobile App Testing
    App Usability Analysis
    Survey Data Analysis
    User Experience
    Market Research
    Design & Usability Research
    Qualtrics
    SurveyMonkey
    Heuristic Evaluation
    Usability Testing
    Survey Design
  • $35 hourly

    • 4.6/5
    • (9 jobs)
    Your project is important to me! In over4 years of experience with Design, my approach has always been to: ✅ Work Smart ✅ Do the research ✅ Do my best work possible ✅ Treat your project as if it's my own ✅ Use the mindset of making it successful in the marketplace If you need one or more of the following, I’m here to help: ✅ Mobile App UI Design (iOS and Android) ✅ User Experience (UX) design flows ✅ SAAS Design, Simplification, Intuitive (web apps) ✅ User research ✅ Wireframe ✅ Prototyping (simple or advanced) ✅ Sleek and modern Ui ⚡️My main software superpowers: ✅ Sketch App ✅ Photoshop ✅ Figma ✅ Adobe XD ✅ Flinto ✅ Invisionapp ✅ Zeplin ✅ always learning... 💬 Let's talk about your project! ✉️ Send me an invite
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    Flinto
    Mobile UI Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Wireframing
    User Flow
    Responsive Design
    Mobile App Redesign
    Figma
    InVision
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe Photoshop
    Proto.io
    Adobe XD
  • $90 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (75 jobs)
    Hey there, I'm Dan, a UI/UX Designer based in California. Some of my clients you might know include Amazon, Henry Schein (NASDAQ: HSIC), Xponential Fitness (NYSE: XPOF), LiveEasy (Raised $13MM) and Goodhood (Raised $3MM). ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ After over $110K of design work I haven't yet received a review lower than 5 stars. This is the result of relentless commitment to my clients and their businesses. I use Figma to help businesses grow through amazing design. Specifically, I: ✴️ Design Products and Features (from discovery to wireframing to design) ✴️ Design Landing Pages (from discovery to wireframing to design) ✴️ Perform UX Audits, where I’ll find gaps in your UX and write a report with suggestions ✴️ Research and write personas, define user flows and website strategy (if needed) We'll speak the same language around your users' expectations and business growth to solve your problem. Heres a fun fact about me: I love design so much I write about it on my free time. You might see one of my articles on big design publications such as the UX Collective (>450k followers) That’s all (and too much) on my end. Please, take a look at the reviews and portfolio to see if you like my work. There's all types of projects in there, from simple mobile apps and landing pages to complex SaaS. If you like it, let's chat. We might be a fit to work together and design an amazing UX that makes your people smile and drives your business forward. PS: Take a look at my Medium page if you like product-related reads @dandemello
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    Website
    Landing Page
    Analytical Presentation
    Wireframe
    Strategic Plan
    Product Audit
    UX Wireframe
    Business
    UX Writing
    Human-Centered Design
    Competitive Analysis
    Figma
    UI/UX Prototyping
    User Experience Design
  • $110 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (39 jobs)
    Hi!✌️ Do you want to launch a SaaS or take it to the next level? So If you're looking for a top-notch UX/UI design for B2C or B2B SaaS and Webflow Expert, you are in the right place. Finding a designer with the right skill set, that is also reliable and fun to work with might be challenging. I work closely with each client of a small group to deliver the results they want and their users love. With over 8 years of experience in UX/UI Product Design and as a start-up founder, I have helped to launch several start-ups from the ground up and helped to grow MRR and DAU. My expertise in building and optimizing design systems, mobile apps, and websites, coupled with my skill in managing product development, ensures that I deliver solutions that not only look great but also drive results. ———— ✏️ But that's not all. Here's more of what I bring to the table: ✅ A deep understanding of AARRR metrics in User Interface Design, which I use to create impactful designs that drive user engagement and retention. ✅ A proven, reliable design process tailored to deliver business results, reducing your risk and ensuring a return on your investment. ✅ A love for clean, modern design aesthetics that resonates with today's users, setting your product apart in a crowded market. ✅ Mastery of modern tools such as Figma, Jitter, Zeplin, AE, Miro, Webflow Expert, and Fullstory, ensuring efficient workflows and cutting-edge designs. ✅ Proficiency in HTML5/CSS3 and the use of Webflow, allowing me to provide production-ready websites that bridge the gap between design and development. —————— If you're tired of solutions that don't quite hit the mark, let's take the next steps: 🖥️ Explore my work examples in the portfolio section. 👉 Click the green ‘Invite to Job’ button in the top right-hand corner. ✉️ Send me a personalized message explaining why you think we'd be a good fit to work together. Looking forward to connecting, Max. —————————————— Keywords to find me: UI/UX, UI Design, UX design, User Interface Design, Web design, Graphic design, Landing Pages Design, User Experience Design, Web & Mobile Design, Responsive Web Design, UI Research, User Flow, Android app design, Animations creation, Adobe Photoshop, App Design, Adaptive, Android, A/B Testing, Android Design, Android guidelines, Application, Application design, Adobe Illustrator, Axure, Art Director, Agency, Advertising, Branding, Browser, Clickable prototype, Creative, Creation, Design, Design Expert, Design Guru, Design Thinking, Desktop, Digital, Designer, Effective, eCommerce app design, eCommerce web design, Export Assets from Sketch, Experienced, Figma, Google Material Design, Google, GUI design, Graphics & UI Design, Graphics, Graphic Design, Graphic Design, Hire, Head of Design, Identity, Illustrator, InVision, Interaction Design, iPad Design, iPhone Design, iPhone, iOS app design, iOS and Android guideline, iOS guidelines, Job, Landing, Landing Page, Landing Page Design, Logo Design, Logo, Logotype, Long term, Management, Marvelapp, Mock-up, Material Design, Material Design, Mobile Design, Mobile UX Design, Mobile design, Platform design, Principle, Photoshop, Productive, Promo, Prototype design, Principle, Redesign, Responsive, Responsive Design, Responsive Design, Responsive web design, SAAS, Sketch, Search, Solutions, Team Leader, Testing, UI, UI Research, UI/UX Design, UI/UX Design, UX, UX Research, UX/UI, User Experience, User Experience Design, User interface designs, User Interface, User Interface Design, Usability, Visual Design, Web & Mobile Design, Web Design, Web-design, Webflow, Website, Website, Website Prototyping, Website Wireframing, Website design, Website Wireframing, Wireframe, Wireframing, WordPress design, wireframes design, iOS, iOS App Design.
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    SaaS
    UIKit
    User Flow
    Web Design
    Wireframing
    Mobile UI Design
    Figma
    User Interface Design
    Webflow
    UX & UI
    User Experience Design
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Mobile App
  • $75 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (2 jobs)
    As a UX Researcher with a background in psychology and entertainment, I am committed to social impact, utilizing user-centered design, engaging in strategic thinking, and focusing on customer-centricity. With my experience in the music industry, I have developed a strong sense of balance between business objectives and customer needs. I am seeking challenging opportunities to contribute to a dynamic team of professionals and leverage my diverse background to drive successful outcomes across a range of projects.
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    Interactive Prototype
    Qualitative Research
    Figma
    Heuristic Evaluation
    Observational Data Analysis
    Quantitative Research
    User Experience
    User Experience Design
    Game Testing
  • $75 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (26 jobs)
    Do you want: to take advantage of new opportunities in your market? a product that solves a real problem for your users? better customer retention and increased product usage? Then you need to create an outstanding experience across your customer journey. You have to understand your users better than anyone and help them achieve their goals with a smile on their faces. You need to give them the tools they need to be successful at every step of the way. That's where I come in: with my extensive experience in user research, innovation, and product strategy, I can help you take your experience to the next level. These are just some of the ways I can support your business: - Reframe the problems and pain points of both the customers and business - Conduct research with customers, users, and stakeholders to better understand their context - Identify opportunities for improvement from research insights - Facilitate ideation workshops to come up with unique solutions - Map systems, products, and service experiences - Create future scenarios and roadmaps to reach ideal situations while planning for and mitigating uncontrollable factors Don't hesitate to contact me to discuss your business goals and how we can work together to achieve them. "Andrea is a proactive, energetic and creative individual who is adept at evaluating and solving complex problems effectively." — Tara Mei, Founder, Hotcakes Ltd “Andrea complements our efforts beautifully. She's embedded themselves within our community and supported us through everything from equipment installations to community research. Would work with her again any day.” — Hannah M, Founder, red_medellín “I have been really amazed by Andrea and the caliber of her work. She is always so accurate with her feedback, observations and, most especially, with her recommendations. What a journey!” — Nina Araujo, Go Beyond The Classroom
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    Product Discovery
    User Experience
    SaaS
    Service Design
    Innovation Strategy
    Design Thinking
    Customer Experience Research
    Business Innovation
    User Flow
    User Experience Strategy
    Qualitative Research
  • $75 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (5 jobs)
    An exceptional creative thinker and problem solver, I excel at multiple UX disciplines. As a product designer, I have a deep passion for UX research and sharing insights through the art of storytelling. My background in marketing has molded me into an eloquent writer and communicator; understanding how to creatively share insights to advocate for the importance of research and the value of design. I have unbridled sensitivity and dedication to my work; and am especially drawn to communities that match my values and fervor for ethical design.
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    UX & UI
    UX Writing
    UX Wireframe
    UX & UI Design
    UX Copy
    UI/UX Prototyping
    Content Development
    Storytelling
    Service Design
    Research & Strategy
    User Experience Strategy
    User Experience Design
    Product Design
  • $60 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (32 jobs)
    Hi!👋 I help my clients achieve business goals by improving their customers’ experience through UX/UI best practices. I’m open for work, including lead/management positions: - 6 years of experience; - Diverse portfolio, including Machine Learning, SaaS, IoT; - Perfect knowledge of Typography & Fonts; Colors, Space & Usability; Web & Mobile Technologies. I’d be glad to help you whether you want to improve an existing UX/UI or create it from scratch. Count on me to increase conversions on your website with clean and attractive interfaces, and more: - UX & UI design; - App & Website Design; - Prototyping & Wireframes; - Building Design Systems; - Collaborating with Developers; - Assessing Accessibility. I listen to my clients and structure my work around their business goals, thus, offering detail-oriented and research-based solutions. Simplifying complex systems by deconstructing them and building intuitive interfaces is the centerpiece of my approach. By the way, did you know that every $1 invested in UX brings $100 in revenue? Let’s talk about your project over a virtual cup of coffee. Update date: 31 May 2023
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    SaaS
    User Experience
    App Design
    User Flow
    Design & Usability Research
    UX & UI
    Web Design
    User Interface Design
    Mobile UI Design
    Wireframing
    Figma
    Mobile App Design
    User Experience Design
  • $61 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (369 jobs)
    🇺🇦🇩🇪 Ukrainian-born, Germany-based Senior UX/UI Designer with 6+ years of experience in crafting intuitive digital interfaces and compelling user experiences, specializing in AI and AR product design for startups and funded projects. 🏆 Key Achievements: Top Rated Plus status on Upwork 355+ successful projects completed 7,500+ hours of design work delivered $300,000+ earned from successful projects Expertise in AI-driven and AR product design 💼 Services Offered: Complex UX Product Design: Expertise in designing intricate and sophisticated user experiences for web and mobile platforms. MVP Product Development: Specialized in creating Minimum Viable Products (MVP) to help startups quickly validate their ideas and attract investors. Client Consultations: Providing in-depth UX consultations to help clients refine their product visions and improve user engagement. Interactive Prototypes and Animations Branding and Visual Identity Design AI and AR Product Design User-Centered Design Strategies Comprehensive Design Management 🛠️ Tools and Technologies: Figma Adobe Illustrator AI Artist x OpenArt x Midjourney x Dall-E Webflow x Framer x Shopify x Wordpress Project Management: Trello, Asana, Basecamp, Jira, Monday, Slack, Notion 💡 Design Philosophy: Human-centered approach Clean, modern, and professional aesthetics Simplicity-driven solutions Seamless user experience 3-Click rule for optimal usability 🎨 Specialized Skills: Complex UX Design MVP Development User research and analysis Brand identity development AI-generated visual content integration AR Product Design Design for Funded Startups and Investment-ready Products Interactive UI Design Motion Design 🎁 Client Benefits: Proven track record of success Tailored solutions for maximum impact Deep understanding of user needs and behaviors Commitment to quality and client satisfaction 💡 Experience with Startups: I specialize in collaborating with startups and companies that have secured funding, helping them create impactful digital products that stand out in competitive markets. My expertise in AI, AR, and MVP development ensures cutting-edge design solutions that drive user engagement and product success. ⭐️ Whether you need a complete redesign or want to enhance your existing digital presence, I'm here to transform your vision into reality. Let's collaborate to create user interfaces that are not just functional, but unforgettable. Contact me today to discuss your next UI/UX design project. 📅 Last updated: Sep 30, 2024 Keywords to find me application, apps, wirefrmaing, wireframes, wireframe, ux, interaction designer, website, ui, SaaS, axure, balsamiq, startup, start-up, app, application, ecommerce, creative, needed, e-commerce, mockups, invision, justinmind, redesign, re-design, wireframe, Interface, Wireframing, Usability, mockups, informational architect, b2b, social network, required, expert, needed, experience, startup, graphic, prototype, dashboard, optimization, senior, level, consultant, enterprise, designs, vision, business, landing, user interface, ux/ui, crypto, blockchain, bitcoin, proto, b2c, front-end, artist, visual design, user experience, landing, website, development, creative, sketch, photoshop, product designer, ICO, pitch deck, presentation for investors, print, digital, illustrator, video, website, ux/ui, ux / ui, usability, style-guide, brand, a/b tests, CRO, mobile app, iOS, Android, WordPress, Startup, development, front-end, pitchdeck, investor, PowerPoint, KeyNote, Creative, experienced, webpage, online listing, freelance, modern, sales deck, User Experience Designer, graphic designer, ux designer, ux/ui designer, ui designer, ux design, pitch deck designer, logo design, dashboard design, application design, iPhone UI design, UX/UI designer, web-designer, mobile designer, product designer, digital product designer, award-winning, SaaS-designer, AR design, VR design, virtual reality design, figma, ppt, keynote, power point, slides, sales deck, google slides, Prezi, web design, layout, figma, wireframing, wireframes, wireframe, ux, website, mvp, launch, startup, start-up, ecommerce, creative, e-commerce, mockups, redesign, re-design, interface, usability, mockups, informational architect, b2b, b2c, prototype, prototyping, enterprise, business, landing, corporate website, bio website, user interface, ux/ui, visual design, user experience, landing, website, webpage, modern, required, expert, needed, experience, senior, level, creative, experienced, UX/UI designer, web designer, design support, landing page, conversion, human-centered, concept, concepts, audit, testing, mobile design, responsive, adaptive, it product, finance, consultancy, beauty, fashion, apparel, fitness, education, real estate, sport, marketing, healthcare, advertising, food, travel, law, SaaS, home services, logistics, small business, branding, logo, logotype, brand identity, presentation design, graphic design
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How to Hire Top UX Researchers

Hiring the right UX researcher can be a game changer for your business, ensuring that your products and services are not only functional but also delightfully user-friendly. UX researchers dive deep into understanding your users’ needs, behaviors, and pain points, translating those insights into actionable recommendations that enhance the overall user experience. But finding the perfect fit for your project requires more than just a quick job post; it demands a strategic approach.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essentials of hiring a top-notch UX researcher. From crafting a compelling job post to understanding the costs involved, knowing the key tools and technologies UX researchers use, and identifying which industries most frequently seek their expertise, we’ve got all the insights you need. With this information in hand, you’ll be well-equipped to make informed decisions and hire a UX researcher who can take your product from good to exceptional.

Writing a UX researcher job post

When crafting a job post for a UX researcher, clarity and specificity are key. Start with an engaging and precise job title that stands out to top-tier candidates. Follow this with a detailed project description that outlines the scope of work, leaving no room for ambiguity. Be sure to include the key responsibilities and the specific skills or qualifications required, so potential candidates can quickly determine if they’re the right fit for the role.

Job post title

Your job post title should be both informative and appealing, giving potential candidates a clear idea of what you’re looking for. Here are some examples to help you create a title that will attract the perfect UX research pro:

  • UX researcher for mobile app development. Seeking an experienced UX researcher to conduct user testing and gather insights that will inform the design of our upcoming mobile app.
  • Senior UX research specialist. Looking for a UX expert to lead research initiatives, including user interviews and usability testing, to improve our product’s user experience.
  • UX researcher with ecommerce expertise. Need a UX researcher who excels in understanding e-commerce user behavior to optimize our online shopping experience.
  • UX research lead with data analysis focus. Searching for a researcher who can combine qualitative research with data-driven insights to refine our product design strategy.
  • Global UX researcher. Seeking a UX researcher to conduct cross-cultural user studies and ensure our product meets the needs of a diverse, global audience.

Project description

An effective project description for a UX researcher should cover the following essentials:

  • Scope of work. Clearly define the tasks you expect the UX researcher to perform. Whether you need user interviews, usability testing, or competitor analysis, be specific. 
  • Project length. Specify whether the project is short-term or ongoing. Include a timeline with key milestones, such as user research completion, report submissions, or product iteration phases.
  • Background. Mention if you prefer researchers with experience in specific industries, such as healthcare, finance, or SaaS. 
  • Budget. Clearly define your budget and indicate whether you prefer hourly rates or fixed-price contracts. 

UX researcher responsibilities

Outline the daily tasks and responsibilities you expect your UX researcher to take on. Here are some examples you can customize to fit your needs:

  • User interviews and surveys. Conduct in-depth user interviews and create surveys to gather qualitative data on user needs, preferences, and pain points.
  • Usability testing. Plan and execute usability tests to evaluate the user-friendliness of our product. Analyze results and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
  • Competitor analysis. Research and analyze competitors’ user experiences to identify gaps and opportunities in our own product design.
  • Data synthesis and reporting. Compile research findings into clear, concise reports that include user personas, journey maps, and actionable insights. Present findings to stakeholders to guide product development.
  • Collaboration. Work closely with product designers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure that research findings are integrated into the design process and aligned with business goals.

UX researchers skills and qualifications

Make sure to specify the skills and qualifications you’re looking for, such as:

  • Research tools proficiency. Expertise in UX research tools like UserTesting, Optimal Workshop, and Hotjar. Ability to use these tools effectively to gather and analyze user data.
  • Data analysis skills. Strong ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights that drive product improvements.
  • Understanding of user-centered design. Deep understanding of user-centered design principles and experience in applying these to create intuitive and effective user experiences.
  • Communication skills. Excellent communication skills to clearly present research findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Empathy and adaptability. A user-first mindset with the ability to adapt research methods to different user groups and project needs, ensuring that the product meets diverse user expectations.

What to know before hiring a UX researcher

Before you dive into the world of UX research, consider several things you should know to ensure you hire the right expert for your project. In this section, we'll cover the average costs of hiring a UX researcher, so you can plan your budget effectively. We’ll also explore the key tools and technologies that UX researchers use and highlight the industries that frequently hire UX researchers.

With this knowledge, you’ll be well-equipped to find a UX researcher who can elevate your product’s user experience and drive your business forward.

How much does it cost to hire a UX researcher on Upwork?

The cost of hiring a UX researcher can vary widely depending on their expertise, location, and the scope of your project. Here’s a breakdown of what UX researchers are charging on Upwork:

  • Beginner. Typically charge under $50 per hour, ideal for smaller projects or those with a tighter budget. 
  • Intermediate. Generally fall within the $40 to $80 per hour range, offering a balance of experience and affordability.
  • Expert. Can command rates up to $300 per hour, especially for complex or large-scale projects requiring advanced skills. 

Key tools and technologies UX researchers commonly use

UX researchers rely on a variety of tools and technologies to gather insights, analyze data, and ultimately improve the user experience. Here are some of the key tools you’ll often see in a UX researcher’s toolkit:

  • UserTesting. This platform allows researchers to conduct remote usability testing, gathering real-time feedback from users as they interact with your product. It’s invaluable for identifying pain points and areas for improvement.
  • Hotjar. Hotjar combines heatmaps, session recordings, and user surveys to provide a comprehensive view of how users navigate your website. This tool helps UX researchers understand user behavior and optimize site design for better engagement.
  • Optimal Workshop. This suite of tools is designed for conducting various UX research activities, such as card sorting and tree testing, which help organize and structure content in a way that makes sense to users.
  • Lookback. Lookback offers a seamless way to conduct live interviews, moderated usability tests, and remote user testing, providing researchers with in-depth qualitative data that’s crucial for understanding user experiences.
  • SurveyMonkey. For gathering quantitative data, UX researchers often turn to SurveyMonkey to create and distribute surveys. This tool is great for collecting user feedback at scale, helping researchers identify trends and patterns in user preferences.

Industries commonly hiring UX researchers

UX researchers play a critical role across a variety of industries, helping companies create products and services that resonate with their users. Here are some of the industries where UX researchers are most in demand:

Technology

In the fast-paced world of tech, UX researchers are essential for developing user-friendly software, apps, and digital products. Companies in this industry rely on UX research to stay competitive by ensuring their products are intuitive and meet user needs.

Ecommerce

Online retailers understand the importance of a seamless shopping experience. UX researchers help optimize everything from website navigation to checkout processes, ensuring customers can easily find and purchase what they’re looking for, which ultimately drives sales.

Healthcare

In healthcare, the user experience can directly impact patient outcomes. UX researchers in this field work on creating intuitive interfaces for medical software, patient portals, and health apps, making it easier for users to access critical information and services.

Finance

The finance industry often deals with complex information and transactions. UX researchers help simplify user interfaces for banking apps, investment platforms, and financial tools, ensuring that users can manage their finances with confidence and ease.

Education

As more learning moves online, educational platforms and tools need to be user-friendly for students and educators alike. UX researchers in the education sector focus on creating engaging and accessible digital learning experiences.

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