UX/UI Designer - Contract

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Friends From The City

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digital services • UX design • web development • API development • design strategist

2 - 10 employees

🏛️ Government

Description

• UX/UI Designer (Contract - 1099) • Compensation: $64.90 / hour • Location: 100% Remote - anywhere in the Continental U.S. • Timeframe: Jan 6, 2025 - March 26, 2025 • This position is contract-based (1099) and is fully remote. • We are Friends From The City, a design and tech company focused on impact... • Our approach to human-centered design and software development is pretty straightforward... • We are seeking a talented and experienced UX/UI Designer to lead the user experience and interface design for a New York State Website Redesign project.

Requirements

• 5+ years of demonstrable experience as a UX/UI Designer • A solid understanding of human-centered design methodologies and agile workflows • Design with WCAG 2.2 AA standards to ensure the website is engaging and functional for users with accessibility needs • Collaborate with developers to implement and validate accessibility features beyond automated testing • Create visually appealing, professional designs in line with the agency's branding guidelines and Drupal best practices • Develop design systems and reusable components for scalability • Prioritize mobile usability by designing responsive templates, content layouts, and interactive tools optimized for mobile devices • Proven experience as a UX/UI Designer, preferably with government or state agency projects • Proficiency in designing for Drupal platforms and knowledge of Drupal.org best practices • Strong understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2 AA) • Expertise in mobile-first and responsive design principles • Knowledge of SEO strategies and data-driven decision-making processes • Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar platforms • Strong portfolio showcasing user-centric designs, accessibility-focused projects, and mobile-friendly interfaces • Excellent communication and collaboration skills • Relevant degree in design or a related field

Benefits

• This is a contract-based role and does not include benefits. • Friends From The City is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment in ANY form. We're committed to equality for all our employees and actively provide and promote a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.