You Are a UX Designer.

Location: Toronto or Halifax, Hybrid.

Your primary role is to create amazing user experiences. You wake up feeling inspired every day, looking for opportunities to inject our clients’ brand and organizational strategy into all their digital experiences. Not afraid to evolve with technology platforms and trends. You have a good understanding of UX/UI, mobile-first and responsive design principles, with the ability to iterate design solutions efficiently and intelligently.

What We’re Looking For:

Focused on user-centered design processes, you will play a supporting role in creating intuitive and engaging experiences for our diverse range of clientele. Your role demands a high attention to detail; and a nimble, practical, entrepreneurial approach and spirit. We operate in a fast-paced environment – which means wearing many hats, being able to change direction quickly, and showing an eagerness to learn as the need arises. You must be able to prioritize, multitask, and deliver.

Finally, we expect you to live our values and role model inclusive behaviors in support of a workplace where all feel a strong sense of belonging

What Are Your Responsibilities?

• Creation of website/app user interface designs
• Ownership and organization of Figma design systems
• Creation of email templates and oversight on email best practices (dark-mode and responsive design)
• Execution of all visual design stages from concept to final hand-off, providing development with appropriate mock-ups and style guides.
• Provide support in UX research, site audits and report creation.
• Work with the UX leads to develop sitemaps and wireframes to effectively communicate proposed information architecture.
• Understand the project lifecycle, from discovery & research, through information architecture and visual design, to development, content entry, quality assurance, and deployment.
• Basic understanding of user research and how to leverage best practices in user interface design

What Type of Qualities and Qualifications Should I Have?

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a UX/UI designer using the above noted skills.
• Proficiency in UX tools (e.g., Figma), with the ability to learn new tools/software as needed
• Familiarity with WCAG accessibility guidelines and implementation of best practices in accessible design.
• Basic understanding of SEO best practices.
• Knowledge of CMS platforms (i.e. WordPress, Drupal, etc.) so you can design within the constraints of the platform and contribute to content layout and review activities.
• Basic understanding of HTML and CSS is a plus, to better understand the impact of your design choices on the development effort
• Degree or certificate in Communication Design, Information Science and/or industry recognized UX certification, Psychology/Anthropology/Sociology, or Computer science

Salary

The Canada base salary range for this position is $55,000- $70,000. Our salary ranges are determined by job and level. Within the range, individual compensation is determined by job-related skills and knowledge, relevant experience including professional and lived experience, and/or work location.

AI Use

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support our hiring process. These tools assist our hiring team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Our goal is to offer a role you love within a workplace you’re proud to contribute to each day. To learn more about who we are, visit our careers page.

We are ChangeMakers

ChangeMakers is a leading independent agency specializing in building purpose-driven brands and strategies that make a meaningful impact. With deep roots in brand strategy, creative, marketing, communications, and Indigenous engagement, our team works across Canada and beyond to help organizations grow and thrive in meaningful ways.

An equitable employer

ChangeMakers is committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in all its forms—a commitment that enriches our company culture, the ideas we generate, and the quality of service we provide our clients. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous communities, racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ people, and other historically marginalized groups.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with human rights and accessibility legislation.

At ChangeMakers, we understand that the ideal candidate may not meet every single requirement listed above. If you have relevant experience and a strong interest in the role, we encourage you to submit your application. We welcome creative thinkers and people who bring diverse lived experiences to our team.