Kansas Action for Children, Inc
UI Designer 2 - 14582
Kansas Action for Children, Inc, KS, United States
at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a full-time User Interface Designer 2 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for creating compelling User Interface experiences, delivering superior design solutions, and leading small to medium sized projects.
Essential Functions
- Creates compelling User Interface design options based on existing design languages
- Has thorough working knowledge of Garmin product lines and their associated technologies for projects they are assigned
- Has thorough understanding of competitive products/markets for projects assigned
- Active contributor in concepting, mockups, researching design trends, moodboards, interactive prototypes, animating storyboards, and feasibility of design
- Documents/catalogs icons, fonts, and other graphics in an organized manner for future use and continuity of design across Garmin product families
- Able to find root cause and provide solutions for moderately complex problems
- Works under general supervision of Creative Lead while managing own projects and leading small-to-medium projects
- Collaborates/provides feedback through participation in User Interface design reviews
- Good working knowledge of User Interface design process and how it fits into the overall Garmin product development process
- Presents new ideas to the Creative Lead and/or user experience teams
- Can manage basic tradeoffs on User Interface design with engineering requirements and user experience while involving the Creative Lead and/or Lead designers as needed
- Mentors User Interface Designer 1 and Production Artists and fosters a team culture of creativity, quality and dialog
- Remains current on traditional graphics design skills and has knowledge on upcoming User Interface design trends
- Good knowledge of new design tools and techniques
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communication AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule) with demonstrated ability to apply learned knowledge
- Proficient knowledge of industry and Garmin-related User Interface design standards
- Demonstrates proficiency designing for interactive/on-screen product interface
- Demonstrates strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be flexible and able to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced environment
- Must demonstrate strong organization skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Advanced knowledge of required programs: primarily Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Figma
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in Visual Communications or Graphic Design