UX Designer

 Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process — from research, concept development, and wireframing to prototyping to final visual design for web and digital platform graphical user interface.
• Develop intuitive and efficient information architecture to facilitate navigation for students, faculty, and staff.
• Design interactive elements, transitions, and animations.
• Develop and iterate on site maps, user flows, mockups, and wireframes.
• Ensure designs meet accessibility standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive web design system.
• In collaboration with the Creative Services team, design print and other digital marketing collateral and serve as a bridge between MSU’s Creative Services, Web, and Marketing teams.
• Design color schemes, typography, iconography, components, and other visual elements while adhering to university brand guidelines.
• Collaborate with writers, photographers, website developers, and other University Communications’ team members to inform design decisions.
• Present design solutions and rationale to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Partner with website developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs and provide support during the development process.
• Stay up-to-date on design trends and best practices in UX design, particularly for higher education.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects from start to finish within design specifications and time restrictions.

Key Skills:

• Research.
• Information Architecture. 
• Wireframing. 
• Prototyping. 
• Visual Communication.