Visual Designer

Visual Designer- US/Canada RemoteWho We AreWe are 8th Light, an employee-owned, remote-first software consultancy. We consider software design and development a craft, driven by our commitment to excellence and powered by our collective knowledge and experience. Our team of expert developers and designers hold the title of "Crafter" to reflect our dedication to quality, continual learning, and the belief that software is a craft we value highly. We value colleagues who enjoy learning and teaching, creating a collaborative organization.We take a human-centered design (HCD) approach to crafting digital solutions, collaborating with those writing code and those using it. We enjoy working with empathetic, passionate collaborators who value their work. At this time, we are seeking a Visual Designer to join this emerging specialization within 8th Light.Who You AreA Visual Designer with depth of experience focusing on understanding and advocating for users. You’ve contributed to all aspects of design, iterating through potential solutions, mental models, and feature priorities through personas, user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, information architecture, and detailed design. You have:Proven experience as a Visual Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects.Extensive experience in using design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.Solid understanding of UX principles and the ability to collaborate effectively with UX designers.Strong knowledge of design systems, typography, color theory, and composition.Led design workshops (project planning, design thinking, research and synthesis activities, generative co-creation, and prioritization of design opportunities).Performed iterative design prototyping from low fidelity sketches to high-fidelity interactive experiences.Regularly sought and participated in design reviews with project teams and the broader design discipline through a lens of usability, accessibility, feasibility, and aesthetic quality.Collaborated closely with developers to ensure faithful interpretation of design through delivery.What You’ll Do At 8th LightYou’ll create user research procedures and assets (personas, journey maps, etc.) as well as user interface wireframes and prototypes, working with fellow design team members. You will also support client projects, performing user research and creating software user experiences. In unison with the design and engagement teams, you will be responsible for:Designing human-centered software solutions across a range of industries and client organizations, with 3+ years of experience.Applying the design process to solve complex problems across various software contexts (e.g., mobile, desktop, web, and hardware) with a portfolio that demonstrates your skills.Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including UX designers, developers, and product managers, to create visually stunning and user-centric design solutions.Leading the visual design phase of projects from concept to delivery, ensuring a seamless and visually cohesive user experience.Developing and maintaining design systems, guidelines, and best practices to elevate the overall quality of design deliverables.Translating complex ideas and concepts into visually engaging and compelling design solutions.High-quality presentation and writing skills.Knowledge of emerging technologies e.g., web3.Nice to HaveWe encourage anyone with the experience mentioned above to apply. We would particularly like to encourage applicants with experience in the following areas:Design consulting across a range of industries and client organizations, with a particular emphasis on enterprise environments.Integrated human-centered design and Agile delivery practices.Motion Design.How You’ll Be SupportedWe want our people to feel supported and encouraged to embrace their most authentic selves. Our wellness package at 8th Light is centered around the Whole YOU, offering:Annual budget for learning & development.L&D time allotment of 80+ hours per year.L&D Program Including MasterClass.Flexible Work Schedule.A remote-first approach including a worldwide network of coworking spaces.12 weeks of new parent leave.Fertility benefits.Semi-annual promotion and merit panel.See our full list of Benefits at 8thlight.com/benefits.Compensation:

The salary range for the role depending on years of experience and geo-location will range from $75,000-110,000 USD.Join Us – 8th Light is Fully RemoteWe recognize that creating a truly diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization is an ongoing journey, and we’re excited to share our journey with you. We have a proud tradition of hiring talented colleagues with unusual career experiences. We're more interested in your experiences, results, and impact than brand names, degrees, or keywords that may appear on your resume.8th Light currently recruits and supports a distributed team of employees in various states who work remotely. When opportunities allow we can also consider hiring talent eligible to work in the United Kingdom, Mexico, and Canada. In this new workplace landscape, it is rare that our consulting engagements require travel for current roles.We are committed to supporting, onboarding, growth, and engagement of employees who choose to work remotely on a permanent basis. For team members who seek to work in-office, where local regulations allow, we can provide an experience that supports in-person social interaction and collaboration in our hub cities of Chicago, New York, London, and Los Angeles. Learn more about our philosophy, plans, and updates by signing up for our Talent Community!

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