We are hiring

About Us:

Your Digital Media is a dynamic European and Australian-based web design and web development agency that thrives on crafting extraordinary web and e-commerce experiences. As a close-knit team, we collaborate on various Shopify ecommerce projects, and we're passionate about the work we do.

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Position Overview:

Are you thrilled to design experiences and imagine people engaging with your designs? Do you enjoy leading a variety of different projects? Are you intrigued by the endless possibilities of the e-commerce space? Are you looking to work REMOTELY and work with colleagues from all over the world? If that sounds like you, then we are looking for you!

In this role, you'll be responsible for leading the design of websites and web applications for a wide range of clients, working closely with our project managers, developers, and other designers to create beautiful and user-centric designs. You'll have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, from early-stage concept designs to polished, high-traffic websites.The ideal candidate for this role is not just experienced but deeply familiar with the intricacies of Shopify and e-commerce.

What to Expect:

• We value you - Competitive salary based on experience, contribution, and skills
• We want you to grow - Rapid career growth and personal development opportunities
• We are flexible - Fully remote work and a flexible schedule
• We give you platform - Play a role in the continuous growth of our worldwide influence
• We work together as one: a team driven by a growth mindset and a strong desire for excellence offering various opportunities for personal growth and development
• We are dynamic and ambitious : Work with exposure to internationally recognized brands and well-established startups
• We want to make an impact : We care about our clients truly, and we work with businesses that make an impact
• We want you to rest - Mutually negotiable annual leave days
• We stick to a schedule - Standard working hours: 9 AM to 5 PM CET (GMT +2)

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage a team of UI/UX Designers, providing mentorship, guidance, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Provide strategic input and creative direction for the development of design concepts, ensuring alignment with project goals and client objectives.
• Oversee the entire design process from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality and timely project completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers and project managers, to ensure seamless integration of design into the overall project workflow.
• Present design concepts and recommendations to clients in a clear and compelling manner, incorporating feedback and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Conduct thorough design reviews to ensure the highest quality standards are maintained, addressing any issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Planning and conducting user research and competitor analysis.
• Interpreting data and qualitative feedback to create user stories, personas, and storyboards.
• Determining information architecture and creating sitemaps, prototypes and wireframes that clearly illustrate how sites function and appear.
• Turning wireframes and inspiration into unique design solutions tailored to each brand.
• Adhering to style standards on fonts, colors and images relevant to each brand.
• Creating original graphic designs (e.g. images, sketches and tables).
• Conducting usability testing and advising on technical capabilities or limitations where relevant.
• Continuously expand your knowledge and skills to be able to deliver.

Job Requirements:

• Have 5+ years of experience delivering both UX and UI design in web, mobile and e-commerce within an agency environment (multiple projects at a time).
• Have an excellent real-life portfolio made for today that you can demonstrate.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and lead a team of designers effectively.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide clear direction.
• Have a greater interest in solving UX challenges than just making aesthetically pleasing designs.
• Experience in client-facing roles, with a track record of building and maintaining positive client relationships.
• Experience in leading the design process on a project and working closely with clients.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to translate business goals into effective design solutions.
• Understand online consumer behavior and create tailored branded experiences.
• Be business minded, applying Design Thinking methods to match people’s needs with what is technically feasible, resulting in viable e-commerce designs which convert to customer value.
• Think outside the box and take your own initiative to come up with creative solutions
• Be self-managed and highly detail-oriented.
• Have well developed written and oral communication skills in English, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate design processes, ideas, and solutions to key stakeholders.
• Be a Figma expert and use advanced features like auto-layout, libraries, components etc. as part of your standard design process.
• Meet project deadlines and timelines and be able to handle multiple projects at once.

Bonus Skills:

• Shopify/ecommerce experience (project management, QA, or development).
• Design scoping and documentation.
• Presentation skills and direct stakeholder management 
• Leadership skills 

How to Apply:

If this opportunity resonates with you, please fill in the follow-up application form to be considered. Please note, only applications submitted in English will be considered for this role. We look forward to receiving your application.