Junior UX Designer - Remote Position at Verndale

About the Role

Verndale is seeking a Junior UX Designer to join our team remotely. This role is perfect for someone early in their UX career who is eager to learn and contribute to impactful digital experiences. As a Junior UX Designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping user-centered designs that enhance customer interactions across various platforms.

What You'll Do

• Create wireframes, low and mid-fidelity prototypes, and user flows under the guidance of senior UX team members.
• Translate business requirements and user needs into clear interaction patterns.
• Collaborate with UI Designers to ensure seamless handoff from wireframes to visual design.
• Partner with CMS Producers and Developers to maintain UX intent during implementation.
• Contribute to information architecture development, including sitemap creation and content hierarchy.
• Participate in internal brainstorming sessions, design critiques, and project reviews.
• Conduct QA reviews to ensure the final product aligns with UX strategy and usability best practices.
• Stay informed on emerging UX trends, digital marketing strategies, accessibility standards, and industry best practices.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of UX, digital design, or related experience, including internships.
• Proficiency in Figma.
• Understanding of UX fundamentals including usability, accessibility, and responsive design.
• Familiarity with wireframing and prototyping best practices.
• Basic understanding of information architecture principles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate UX decisions and rationale.
• Basic understanding of HTML and CSS is a plus.
• Exposure to digital marketing ecosystems is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience working with content matrix and copywriting.
• Agency experience preferred but not required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Generous paid holidays and personal time off starting from day one.
• Support for a healthy work/life balance.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible arrangements.
• Regular training and professional development opportunities.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace culture.