UX/UI Designer

The Christian Broadcasting Network

Full-time

Remote

Job description

The Highlights:

Reporting to the Director of Digital Experience & Analysis (DXA), the UI/UX Designer plays a pivotal role in advancing the DePaul brand by leading the design of digital interfaces and user experiences for the university's online properties. This role focuses on ensuring brand consistency and creating engaging, user-centered digital interactions across DePaul’s websites and advertising landing pages. As a subject matter expert, the UI/UX Designer contributes innovative solutions to the Branding and Marketing team, fostering excellence in digital experience design.

What You'll Do:

1. Create UI/UX Deliverables
o Assist with the launch of the new DePaul.edu and related college websites, applying a new design system in collaboration with our agency partner. This role requires a seasoned designer to take ownership of advancing and scaling the system as we migrate approximately 100 remaining sites.
o Translate creative concepts and stakeholder needs into functional specifications, interaction models, task flows, wireframes, prototypes, and polished visual designs.
o Apply a mobile-first, user-centered design methodology to create UI deliverables ready for integration into the overall design system.
o Leverage research, testing, and data analysis to inform and refine design solutions.
o Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
Collaboration & Communication
o Partner with content creators and authors to develop visually compelling and interactive designs.
o Collaborate closely with front-end and back-end developers to ensure alignment and seamless implementation throughout the design process.
o Present design concepts and rationale, incorporating UX/UI best practices, to project teams, stakeholders, and leadership.
Design System & Standards
o Define and implement design guidelines and best practices across DePaul’s digital ecosystem in coordination with the Creative Services director.
o Develop and maintain a library of brand-aligned design assets and components for depaul.edu and other digital platforms.
Research & Trend Analysis
o Stay current with advancements in web design, UX methodologies, usability standards, and U.S. Section 508 compliance.
o Conduct regular competitive analyses of digital properties in the higher education sector to inform design strategies.
Performs other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, UX Design or HCI (Human Computer Interaction) required.
Minimum of 7-10 years interactive design experience
Fluency in all major graphic and UX design programs including Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
Substantial knowledge and experience of interactive design production process and methods
Deep knowledge of UX industry standards, including knowledge of U.S. Section 508 compliance

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $86,760.00 to $111,546.00 per year.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks:

Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
Full-Time Benefits

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check:

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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