Western Governors University
UX/UI for Sales Enablement
Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
If you're passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country-and you're committed to working hard to play your part in building that future-consider WGU as the next step in your career.Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.The UX/UI Designer in the Sales Enablement departments work on multiple projects that come together into a seamless suite of sales, tech, and marketing resources for the partner sales team at WGU. The designer uses writing, design, technology, as well as relationship with consultants and vendors to complete B2B-focused sales collateral and to provide resources, sales processes, and training to the Strategic Partnership Managers, Vertical Owners, and Academy Product Owners. The designer interfaces with leaders in marketing, partnerships, regional operations, and ed Tech to deliver an engaging user experience and products. Innovation, design, communications, and functionality are key components to the success of this role.Job DescriptionEssential Functions and Responsibilities:Create visually impressive UX and UI designs for web desktop, responsive, and mobile applications.
Drive and apply design processes.
Understand the user-base who will be working on the application and design the UX and UI accordingly.
Quickly create mockups, prototypes, and wireframes that reflect the business needs.
Build finished screens using the developed prototypes that can be re-used across multiple lines of business.
Rapidly produce multiple possible approaches for internal use, usability testing, presentation to customers, and demos.
Create web and mobile optimized graphics as needed by various team members.
Lead/participate in brainstorming sessions to elicit business requirements by talking to stakeholders.
Maintain an appropriate balance between performance and content delivery.
Apply best-practice UX and UI design skills to create proof-of-concepts, mockups, and prototypes.
Work with other developers to ensure technical feasibility of designs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:In-depth understanding of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design principles
Understanding of B2B value propositions and how to write content for consultative sales
Expert in visual graphic design and proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite
Mastery over Color Theory, Typography, Layout/Composition, grid systems, animation/transitions
Very good understanding of Data Visualization and Data representation
Proven ability to artistically conceptualize a multi-product UI framework.
Ability to implement high performance and high availability web applications.
Solid communication skills, including the ability to initiate and run meetings and comfortable working with different teams within the organization.
Strong attention to detail and a feeling of pride and ownership over the quality of our product.
Proficiency in design tools such as: Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, Invision, etc.
Job Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:2+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree
2+ years of experience in B2B sales or B2B Marketing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions in English
Outstanding design shown in a portfolio that demonstrates the required skills.
Experience in UI design for high performance/high availability web and mobile applications.
Experience in designing User Interfaces for Enterprise scale products.
2+ years of experience in Project management
Preferred Qualifications:Strong portfolio work showing excellence in design and functionality; heavy consideration given to candidates showing strength in portfolio-work.
2+ years experience with Sales Training
Role can be hired at a higher level commensurate with experience, education and qualificationsPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Pay Range: $88,300.00 - $132,400.00 WGU will accept applications for this position until 12:00 AM ET, 09/17/2024
How to apply: apply onlineFull-time Regular Positions (FT classification, standard working hours = 40)This is a full-time, regular position that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
The University is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Drive and apply design processes.
Understand the user-base who will be working on the application and design the UX and UI accordingly.
Quickly create mockups, prototypes, and wireframes that reflect the business needs.
Build finished screens using the developed prototypes that can be re-used across multiple lines of business.
Rapidly produce multiple possible approaches for internal use, usability testing, presentation to customers, and demos.
Create web and mobile optimized graphics as needed by various team members.
Lead/participate in brainstorming sessions to elicit business requirements by talking to stakeholders.
Maintain an appropriate balance between performance and content delivery.
Apply best-practice UX and UI design skills to create proof-of-concepts, mockups, and prototypes.
Work with other developers to ensure technical feasibility of designs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:In-depth understanding of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design principles
Understanding of B2B value propositions and how to write content for consultative sales
Expert in visual graphic design and proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite
Mastery over Color Theory, Typography, Layout/Composition, grid systems, animation/transitions
Very good understanding of Data Visualization and Data representation
Proven ability to artistically conceptualize a multi-product UI framework.
Ability to implement high performance and high availability web applications.
Solid communication skills, including the ability to initiate and run meetings and comfortable working with different teams within the organization.
Strong attention to detail and a feeling of pride and ownership over the quality of our product.
Proficiency in design tools such as: Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, Invision, etc.
Job Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:2+ years of experience with a bachelor's degree
2+ years of experience in B2B sales or B2B Marketing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to follow oral, written and verbal instructions in English
Outstanding design shown in a portfolio that demonstrates the required skills.
Experience in UI design for high performance/high availability web and mobile applications.
Experience in designing User Interfaces for Enterprise scale products.
2+ years of experience in Project management
Preferred Qualifications:Strong portfolio work showing excellence in design and functionality; heavy consideration given to candidates showing strength in portfolio-work.
2+ years experience with Sales Training
Role can be hired at a higher level commensurate with experience, education and qualificationsPhysical Requirements:Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
Pay Range: $88,300.00 - $132,400.00 WGU will accept applications for this position until 12:00 AM ET, 09/17/2024
How to apply: apply onlineFull-time Regular Positions (FT classification, standard working hours = 40)This is a full-time, regular position that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.
The University is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.